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Ludwig Granitone question Last viewed: 1 day ago

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Did Ludwig ever date stamp the inside of these shells? I have a kit that dates to 1976 according to the serial numbers. Thanks.

70s Slingy WMP
70s Ludwig Standard Aqua Mist
60s Ludwig Champagne Sparkle Downbeat
and a whole bunch of snares and hardware
Posted on 11 years ago
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Though I don't recall the years, I've seen granitone interiors with a date stamp. I want to say it was on Ludwig Standards.

Its better to have people think you're an idiot, than to open your mouth and prove them wrong, unless you doubt yourself then speak away....
Posted on 11 years ago
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yes but it must of been food color as it wipes off with just water

April 2nd 1969 scarfed pink champagne holly wood and 65/66 downbeat snare, and , supra same year very minty kit old pies
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp





once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
Posted on 11 years ago
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I have seen date stamps as late as April 1971 on Granitone / Lud-Cote interiors of both Standard and Blue/Olive badge drums. I have heard reports of later date stamps, but cannot personally verify these.

Collecting information about the following for ongoing research projects:
Gretsch drums with serial numbers,
Ludwig Keystone and B/O badge drums with serial numbers and date stamps,
Ludwig Standards from 1968-73, and
Ludwigs with paper labels from 1971-72
www.GretschDrumDatingGuide.com
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