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Leedy & Ludwig Bdp Snare

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I just picked this one up today. From what I can tell its all original and the BDP wrap is in really nice shape, although still filthy since I haven't had the time to polish it up. Any suggestions as to what products or processes would be most effective on the nickel hardware would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Posted on 12 years ago
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Very cool old drum my friend, congrats!

Nev-R-Dull (wadding) or Cape Cod Cloths will do the trick on the nickel.

John

Too many great drums to list here!

http://www.walbergandauge.com/VintageVenue.htm
Posted on 12 years ago
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From Purdie Shuffle

Very cool old drum my friend, congrats!Nev-R-Dull (wadding) or Cape Cod Cloths will do the trick on the nickel.John

THANKS for the kind words, John, as well as the recommendations. I appreciate your time and your help!

Posted on 12 years ago
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From OldSchool

I just picked this one up today. From what I can tell its all original and the BDP wrap is in really nice shape, although still filthy since I haven't had the time to polish it up. Any suggestions as to what products or processes would be most effective on the nickel hardware would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Sharp looking drum..

t-rods are non original.........

L and L made some GREAT looking BDP..........40's version of Leedy pretty much.......

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 12 years ago
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From blairndrums

Sharp looking drum..t-rods are non original.........L and L made some GREAT looking BDP..........40's version of Leedy pretty much.......

Thanks, Blair.

Just wondering....How can you tell that the t-rods on this drum are non-original?

Posted on 12 years ago
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LOL - They're shiny chrome! The rest of the hardware is nickel over brass. Much more mellow look to the nickel. I prefer NOB as opposed to COB. Nickel looks richer!

Get some nickel tension rods and the drum will match up nicely.

John

Too many great drums to list here!

http://www.walbergandauge.com/VintageVenue.htm
Posted on 12 years ago
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From Purdie Shuffle

LOL - They're shiny chrome! The rest of the hardware is nickel over brass. Much more mellow look to the nickel. I prefer NOB as opposed to COB. Nickel looks richer!Get some nickel tension rods and the drum will match up nicely.John

I guess this is another case where my one "functioning" eye failed me (lol). Now that I've actually taken a closer look it certainly is obvious.DOH I'll definitely search for some NOB rods to match the rest of the hardware. I really do like the looks of this drum!

Posted on 12 years ago
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It's a bona-fide classic!

John

Too many great drums to list here!

http://www.walbergandauge.com/VintageVenue.htm
Posted on 12 years ago
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From OldSchool

I guess this is another case where my one "functioning" eye failed me (lol). Now that I've actually taken a closer look it certainly is obvious.DOH I'll definitely search for some NOB rods to match the rest of the hardware. I really do like the looks of this drum!

I have LOTS of nickel t-rods.....

if anyone has a pic of 1,with a ruler by it to show me exact dimensions,I may have 16 of them.

Some Cape Cod pads/Novus 2/elbow grease,you will be good to go!

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 12 years ago
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From blairndrums

I have LOTS of nickel t-rods.....if anyone has a pic of 1,with a ruler by it to show me exact dimensions,I may have 16 of them.Some Cape Cod pads/Novus 2/elbow grease,you will be good to go!

I'll get a pic of one and some measurements for you tomorrow morning, Blair.

Posted on 12 years ago
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