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Slingerland RK snare question

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Just picked up a 1960 Radio King (aka Super Gene Krupa) with Clamshell throw off. My question is did Slingerland lacquer the inside of these shells? Because I drum I just acquired is lacquered inside.

Posted on 11 years ago
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I have a 1957 version of the same drum and I will have to check on that. Get back to ya tomorrow.

Which wrap does yours have? Mine is black diamond pearl.

- EMD
Posted on 11 years ago
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From ElMoonlightDrummer

I have a 1957 version of the same drum and I will have to check on that. Get back to ya tomorrow.Which wrap does yours have? Mine is black diamond pearl.

BDP as well

Posted on 11 years ago
#3
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I just checked on my '57 and it is not lacquered.

- EMD
Posted on 11 years ago
#4
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Those were unfinished inside.

Steve

1967 Slingerland 12,13,16,20 White Satin Flame
1968 Slingerland 12,14,16,20 Light Blue Pearl
Posted on 11 years ago
#5
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Ive got a few of them and neither of them are lacquered. They were raw on the inside from the factory..

Posted on 11 years ago
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For what it's worth, I have a 1962, WMP, three point strainer that I purchased from the original owner recently. I am confident that it is unmodified; it has a lacquer finish on the interior.

Posted on 11 years ago
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I wonder if lacquer was a factory option of some kind? Mine is a 56-59 Chicago badge drum. No ink date stamp inside just the beautiful bare maple shell. Can you guys post a pic of the lacquer finish on yours? Would like to see it. Interesting thread too.

Glenn.

Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.
Posted on 11 years ago
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I purchased this recently from the original owner, along with the rest of his kit. He purchased the snare in the spring of 1962, so this could be a 1961 or 1962. There is no date stamp. The drum has a lacquer finish inside. It has not been modified, inside or out.

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Posted on 11 years ago
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Really nice snare thanks for the pics.

Glenn.

Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.
Posted on 11 years ago
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