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Jjmetatual replied to the thread Vintage 1960s Slingerland Super Gene Krupa Radio King Snare Drum 5.5x14" Solid Maple Silver Sparkle.1961. Nice.
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JYou can date it to within 6-12 months usually via serial numbers. There are 2 possible answers to your 4 digit serial number. Let's...
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Jjmetatual replied to the thread Slingerland Serial Numbers.Four digit black/silver badge would be expected for 1970. Two different black/silver badges were used in 1970, the first to roughly...
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Jjmetatual replied to the thread Suspect Slingerland Kit.FWIW, badges are black/brass with serials typically associated with '69. Snare ~'68.
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JFloor tom badge looks black / gold which would be consistent with that tom mount from around 1969. Brooks Tegler could shed some light...
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Jjmetatual replied to the thread Suspect Slingerland Kit.The pictures are inadequate, I've contacted the seller for clarification of badges and serials.
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Jjmetatual replied to the thread Slingerland Kit age..It is classic Slingerland 5-ply. Thin, thick, thin, thick, thin. The outermost thick and thin plies are partially obscured by a post...
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Jjmetatual replied to the thread Suspect Slingerland Kit.Yes, an odd listing. IF the badges are indeed black/silver those drums are 1970.
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Jjmetatual replied to the thread Slingerland Kit age..The script "Slingerland" stamp was used from '77-'79, these are most likely 5-ply.
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Jjmetatual replied to the thread Slingerland Kit age..If you are sure they are 3 ply without rings then the drums are '81 or newer. All the badge grommets have been badly tampered with so...
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Jjmetatual replied to the thread Slingerland Snare De-wrap?.Unlikely in this case. The details point to a circa '65 Artist model. Other than the removed wrap, snare beds and wires it is factory...
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J+1 on that! the pencil mark is likely factory, even if beds were recut.
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Jjmetatual replied to the thread Slingerland Modern Combo 75N - for your enjoyment!.Kstone, welcome to the forum. Could you post a picture of the 1967 date stamp? Also, what is the badge serial number with that stamp?
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JI know that I've posted this opinion before, but the question keeps on being asked ......... ! DO NOT try to use a drill bit to do...
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Jjmetatual replied to the thread Info wanted: 1961 Slingerland 8-lug wmp snare.Both models have 8 lugs.
