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Here is a 1946 Gretsch Broadkaster 13x9 rack tom in a white marine pearl finish. This was an upgraded finish back in the day and after a polish came out really good. Fresh heads on it and all original parts. I also have the kick drum to match in another listing $250 + $40 Shipping

Here is a project drum I was always hoping to get around to and don’t think I ever will. 1946 Gretsch 22x14 kick drum in white marine pearl (which was an upgraded finish back then). It’s missing the front hoop, tension rods and claws, and one tension rod on the batter side. I have a regular...

Thanks wflkurt! I always hoped to restore it but had to look in the mirror and realize the truth on that project.

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This is the original sales ad for the drum

I bought this 3 years ago with plans to restore it and now its just taking up space and i dont think im gonna give it the love it deserves. I did start to clean the stand because it was cover in cigarette tar and funk and i got most of it off but it could use a little more cleaning. Only one...

That you would be willing to sell me?

I guarantee this forum is LOADED with help on this topic, but what do you recommend to really get the smoke out? These were pulled from a place that had at least a pack a day smoked right next to them, in a room with a fireplace, covered in cobwebs. Also, how do i clean in inside of the shells...

Well that makes a lot of sense! The dude also gave me this crazy floor tom stand, kick pedal, and hi hat stand (all match whats in the picture). Thank you!!

Here is the rest of the kit I got in the deal. Like I said, the snare is in another post already and sounds amazing. Here is the kick and a floor tom I cant identify. I think its a WFL from googling pictures, but i really dont know. Again, you guys are amazing, thank you for all the help...

I do i took them all off to clean the drum and put them in a mason jar.

Hey guys! Admitted guitar player here, trying to get my feet wet with drums and restoring them. Here is my first project. I found a "1940s Gretsch Kit) on craigslist for $300. Kick, snare, and rack tom. I already got the snare up and running and now i want to work on the tom. I would like to...

Moved to the Vintage forum. Tried to delete but it wouldnt work.

You guys are unreal! Thank you so much.