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Ludwig 15x6.5"Uncatalogued Symphonic Snare Drum 3Ply Vintage 60s Brass NOB/COB*
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Description
Ludwig Snare Drum
15" Diameter x 6.5" Deep
Rare Uncatalogued 1-Off Symphonic Model with Buddy Rich P87 Throw-Off - this model was only available as 14" diameter
3 Ply African Mahogany (Exterior) / Poplar / Maple Shell with Solid 1-Ply Maple re-rings
Ludwig Chicago Brass Keystone Badge Serial: 231347
Era: 1965
Original Natural Mahogany Clear Coat Lacquer
Mix of Nickel and Chrome Hardware with Nickel over Brass Batter Rim, Chrome over Brass Resonant Rim, Small Nickel Super Classic Lugs, Nickel Knob Black-Felt Muffler, and Chrome P87 Throw-Off, Ludwig Block Logo Butt Plate
Upgrades: Remo Weather King Emperor Heavy Duty Coated Batter Head, Remo Ambassador Snare Clear Resonant Head, Generic Snare Wires
Fully Functional and Ready to play
US Shipping is $29
International Airmail is $95
Canada is $85, Australia $105
Condition Description: VG - Snare is in very good condition with no damages, extra holes, or modifications. Very unusual drum that by all indications appears original and factory not cut down or modified, but it is an uncatalogued configuration and has a mix of nickel and chrome hardware. Shell has original natural mahogany finish that looks nice but has some minor surface scratches. Hardware is mix of chrome and nickel plating but mostly shiny clean plating with no rust or corrosion. Vintage batter head and like new resonant head and snare wires, all usable with lots of life left in them. Bearing edges are clean with no damages, re-rings are tight, and shell has no cracks. Complete, fully functional, and ready to play out of the box.