Greetings from Indy. New to the forum and was hoping I could get some help IDing / valuing my Grandfather's vintage Leedy snare. I tried to do a bit of legwork on my own and came up with the following. I'm a guitar hack not a drummer so I apologize for any lack of detailed info. I have been told however, that this snare might be of particular interest. Thanks in advance for your time and feedback.
-1920's ? 5" x 14"
- 8 lug
- black (actually more wine/purple colored) & Brass
- brass shell / engraved
- brass hrdwr
Please see photos
It looks very similar to the Black Elite I saw a photo of on this site. This drum is an original Indianapolis Leedy and is in great condition (just needs cleaned up). It also is housed in the original hard case which is pretty cool.