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@ SlingerLynn- Yes it is the current offering of Bermuda Sand from Delmar. I almost had it wrapped last year but decided to wait. I'm glad I did! The 2 samples I have (from this year and last) are different. This year is a little brighter!

@ RogerSling- Not exactly sure what I will do with the 13 to be honest. The bass never had a mount installed. This is a stand I had on hand. I'll come up with something!

1961 Ludwig Super Classic 22,13,16,18, WFL BR Snare WMP
1951-52 Slingerland Radio King Krupa Outfit 24,13,16 Champagne Sparkle
1960s/70s Polaris MIJ 20,12,16 Red Sparkle
2005 Gretsch Catalina Club WMP First Run
2008 Pearl Masters MCX 20,10,12,14f,16f & 14 Diamond Glitter
1999 Yamaha Stage Custom 22,10,12,14r,16f. Marina Green

...& many more...
Posted on 12 years ago
#11
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Really a nice job...well done!

Posted on 12 years ago
#12
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Way to bring those beauties back to life! Wonderful job!

60's Gretsch Round Badge 22/13/16
'71 Ludwig B/O Badge 20/12/13/14/16
'72 Ludwig B/O Badge Jazzette 18/12/14
'65 Rogers Holiday 20/12/16
Posted on 12 years ago
#13
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You should be happy with it! Those look awesome!

1954 Gretsch Name Band Outfit White Marine Pearl
1964 Ludwig Downbeat Kit Champagne Sparkle
1964 Ludwig Jazz Combo Kit Gold Sparkle
1964 Gretsch Jazz Progressive Jazz Progressive Kit
1965 Ludwig Club Date Kit BDP
1971 Slingerland 13,16,22 in Black Sparkle
1979 Rogers XP-8 Super Londoner Tobacco Sunburst
1982 Rogers XP-8 Black Londoner
Numerous Snare Drums
Posted on 12 years ago
#14
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Please tell me you didnt strip the original finishes from those toms and bass drum? Hurting

Posted on 12 years ago
#15
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@ Cooper- The bass drum was originally a Duco finish. Someone else had it and it was in pretty rough shape. So they wrapped it (poorly) in Green Sparkle. The 13" tom wasn't in bad shape but the finish was faded and uneven. The floor tom the finish was cracked all over. So yes I did take off the finishes that were on there- but I think it was warranted.

-Kevin

1961 Ludwig Super Classic 22,13,16,18, WFL BR Snare WMP
1951-52 Slingerland Radio King Krupa Outfit 24,13,16 Champagne Sparkle
1960s/70s Polaris MIJ 20,12,16 Red Sparkle
2005 Gretsch Catalina Club WMP First Run
2008 Pearl Masters MCX 20,10,12,14f,16f & 14 Diamond Glitter
1999 Yamaha Stage Custom 22,10,12,14r,16f. Marina Green

...& many more...
Posted on 12 years ago
#16
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Beautiful wrap! You should be proud of them.

Believe it or else!
Posted on 12 years ago
#17
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Great job, man..... !!!!

Kevin
Posted on 12 years ago
#18
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From nailfoxx

@ Cooper- The bass drum was originally a Duco finish. Someone else had it and it was in pretty rough shape. So they wrapped it (poorly) in Green Sparkle. The 13" tom wasn't in bad shape but the finish was faded and uneven. The floor tom the finish was cracked all over. So yes I did take off the finishes that were on there- but I think it was warranted.-Kevin

Sorry! When I saw that green sparkle Radio King, I thought it was original. Makes perfect sense to re-wrap them all.

Nice job on the restoration!

Posted on 12 years ago
#19
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Terrific looking kit. I bet it plays wonderfully and sounds great.

Congratulations of a job well-done.

Stephen

Vintage Drum Student
Posted on 12 years ago
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