How did you stumble onto this 6 years later? Just curious.-Mark

That is probably a late 30's pedal. WFL started making drums in 1937 and production on this pedal was halted when the war started(as was mentioned previously). After the war though WFL started up again making zephyr lugs and regular sets again but it was within a years time that WFL senior designed the classic lug and shortly after the next speed king design that also included the hi-hat. I would guess 1947-48 is when the next design came out. I think that beater is original. I have one like it with lambs wool. It's hard to put a value on them though as it's not something I would most likely bring to a gig. Maybe 75-100 bucks?

Hi,I collect Ludwig & Ludwig, Ludwig, WFL, Leedy & Ludwig and Ghost bass drum pedals from 1909 through 1969. Always searching for pedals that fit the bill! I found this post in that search. If its available I'd love to know. Other pedals I'm looking for are attached! Please let me know if you have a lead for me ladies and gents!SAZ