Only Admins can see this message.
Data Transition still in progress. Some functionality may be limited until the process is complete.
Processing Attachment, Gallery - 137.48643%

Camco

Loading...

I'm thinking about taking the plunge into my first Camco kit. How does this one look? As far as I know it's all original with no real issues.

Thanks.

8x12,14x14,14x20

Posted on 4 years ago
#1
Posts: 2753 Threads: 132
Loading...

Naaaaaah! You won't like them. Those drums are too small, They aren't shiny enough. Those lugs are copies of DW. The tom mount is too flimsy. There's a hole in the bass drum head. Leave 'em alone. Some fool will overpay for them. (sarcasm alert)

No matter how far you push the envelope, it is still stationery.
Posted on 4 years ago
#2
Loading...

I can't say I'm a fan of there lugs. I like more traditional style lugs, but that's just me.

Those shells look to be in great shape though, but that tom mount is really rusty, which seems strange given the condition of the drums overall. The matte finish is ok, but I like my cars, guitars and drums to shine.

Do we dare ask how much? Camco's can be really expensive! Eye Ball

Posted on 4 years ago
#3
Loading...

a few things don't look right.

Bottom rims look non original.

Finish looks like it has been redone.

White painted interior is usually a wrapped kit.

Bass drum hoops with inlay (WMP) are suspect.

Claws and tension rods on bass are not correct.

Floor tom legs are not Camco.

Should be a nice sounding player kit for sure.

Are they Oaklawn? can't tell by the pictures but looks to be. (USA)

Wayne

Posted on 4 years ago
#4
Loading...

It's an Oaklawn kit, I'll have to ask the owner about all the issues you pointed out.

Btw, he wants $1,500.

Posted on 4 years ago
#5
Posts: 350 Threads: 33
Loading...

I agree with DRUM69's analysis.

Tension rods also seem to be only on the reso head and they look like ludwigs.

1974-75 Rogers Starlighter IV New England White 13/16/22 (w/Dyna)
1964-67 Rogers Blue Glass Glitter 12/14/16/20
early Oaklawn Camco Blue Moire 12/14/20
1926 Super Ludwig 5x14
1960-ish Ludwig COB 5x14 Super Sensitive
1960-ish Ludwig COB 6.5x14 Super Sensitive
1970 Ludwig COB Cut-Badge 5x14 Supra Phonic

Looking for a Camco Aristocrat SD in Blue Moire!!
Posted on 4 years ago
#6
Posts: 2753 Threads: 132
Loading...

That looks like a nice players drum set--a ten footer to people who know what that means.

No matter how far you push the envelope, it is still stationery.
Posted on 4 years ago
#7
Loading...

So, $1,500 is probably too high?

Posted on 4 years ago
#8
Posts: 2753 Threads: 132
Loading...

Yes it is.

No matter how far you push the envelope, it is still stationery.
Posted on 4 years ago
#9
Posts: 5550 Threads: 576
Loading...

I’m no expert 750 I think

April 2nd 1969 scarfed pink champagne holly wood and 65/66 downbeat snare, and , supra same year very minty kit old pies
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp





once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
Posted on 4 years ago
#10
  • Share
  • Report
Action Another action Something else here