The reason I ask is because I have a set of 8 mid 70's double ended snare lugs that came off of a COS shell. I also have the rapid strainer, butt plate, COS hoops and muffler (all in killer shape).
I am currently debating if I should try to find a cool 3 ply shell from the 60's or 70's to throw this hardware on or if I should get a Keller Vintage Mahogany shell and make a "custom" snare with 70's Slingy hardware. This is why I am curious if all the shells have the same 2.25 center to center lug holes or if my only option is to go with a new shell.
If I go with the 60's/70's shell my main problem is if the lugs fit, but second...will be considered an era correct wood shell drum if I have the cup washers on the inside of the lugs....I assume those were only used on metal shelled drums.
This leads me to the next question: Should I just build up a vintage shell with these lugs because who cares if it has the cup washers or not or should I buy some lugs off of a wood shell drum for a rebuild and then use these cup washer lugs for a "custom" drum with newer hoops, Dunnett strainer and butt I have laying around....because then it won't matter if it is "correct"?
Sorry for thinking out loud here! Violin
Does this seem like a plan:
1. Vintage Mahogany 6.5x14 shell wrapped in Green Sparkle with these COS shell Slingerland Lugs, triple flanged hoops (new), and the Dunnett swivel strainer/butt.
2. Yet to be found 60's or 70's Slingy 3 ply shell with yet to be found lugs, and the Slingerland muffler, strainer, butt plate that I have already.
Thougts?
Next logical question: Who has a nice shell and some good looking lugs for me?