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1920s Premier Deluxe model Snare

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Hi all,

I picked up this Premier Deluxe Model snare which I believe is 1920s / early 1930s 14" x 4"

I posted on a few forums for some help with restoration and possible valuation. A lot of people are wanting to buy it before any restoration so I wanted any advice on valuation if possible. I cannot find this model anywhere else... only the steel equivalents.

If any one has any advice / opinions I'd love to hear them.

Thank you.

Gav

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Posted on 8 years ago
#1
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That is a beautiful drum. Party

Be very careful with the resto.

Some bad moves are irreversible. DOH

www.macdrums.com
Posted on 8 years ago
#2
Posts: 5295 Threads: 226

Welcome to VDF!!

Our Premier experts will soon chime in...As mentioned, be careful and don`t be in a hurry...You have a rare snare there!! Good luck!!

Cheers

1976 Ludwig Mach 4 Thermogloss 26-18-14-14sn
1978 Ludwig Stainless 22-22-18-16-14-13-12 c/w 6-8-10-12-13-14-15-16-18-20-22-24 concert toms
1975 Sonor Phonic Centennials Metallic Pewter 22-16-13-12-14sn (D506)
1971 Ludwig Classic Bowling Ball OBP 22-16-14-13
1960's Stewart Peacock Pearl 20-16-12-14sn
1980`s Ludwig Coliseum Piano Black 8x14 snare
1973 Rogers Superten 5x14 & 6.5x14 COS snares
1970`s John Grey Capri Aquamarine Sparkle 5x14 snare
1941 Ludwig & Ludwig Super 8x14 snare
Posted on 8 years ago
#3
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Thank you

I'm in no rush so will either do a proper job with restoring or sell to the right person I promise 😁

Posted on 8 years ago
#4
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Any one have any thoughts on the value of this drum please? Thanks ����

Posted on 8 years ago
#5
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That's an absolute ripper, I love it. Can't help you with value though, sorry, but I'm sure someone here can help.

Posted on 8 years ago
#6
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From grantro

Welcome to VDF!!Our Premier experts will soon chime in...As mentioned, be careful and don`t be in a hurry...You have a rare snare there!! Good luck!!Cheers

Any one in particular I could ask? Premier expert wise?

Posted on 8 years ago
#7
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From Gavjmj

Any one in particular I could ask? Premier expert wise?

Fayray might have some info for you...

Cheers

1976 Ludwig Mach 4 Thermogloss 26-18-14-14sn
1978 Ludwig Stainless 22-22-18-16-14-13-12 c/w 6-8-10-12-13-14-15-16-18-20-22-24 concert toms
1975 Sonor Phonic Centennials Metallic Pewter 22-16-13-12-14sn (D506)
1971 Ludwig Classic Bowling Ball OBP 22-16-14-13
1960's Stewart Peacock Pearl 20-16-12-14sn
1980`s Ludwig Coliseum Piano Black 8x14 snare
1973 Rogers Superten 5x14 & 6.5x14 COS snares
1970`s John Grey Capri Aquamarine Sparkle 5x14 snare
1941 Ludwig & Ludwig Super 8x14 snare
Posted on 8 years ago
#8
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From Gavjmj

Any one in particular I could ask? Premier expert wise?

There is a gentleman in your area I just can't think of his name, I'll get back with this thread when my feeble brain can think of his name ok !? Here it is maybe contact him and ask him. http://www.siralandrums.co.uk/about.asp

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 8 years ago
#9
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It`s early 30`s. That badge was not used again. Those lugs were not used after the mid 30`s.

The two or three 20`s snare options were metal and had engraved trademarks. (no badges)

You have the first Premier badge on a drum.

There were plenty made so as far as value, you may have to set that. It has more museum value than treasure values, unless you are a Premier collector bidding for it. It`s not easy to come by and if I were you, I`d keep it. England`s and Premier`s market circle was bombed flat in the 40`s, Finding another one like that, probably wont happen.

How many people can say they have that badge on a factory Premier of the early 30`s ? You so far that I know of.

Here`s the early 30`s cat pic.

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Posted on 8 years ago
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