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Gretsch Harlequins...dusty! What to clean them with?

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Hi everyone,

I have a snare and bass drum of Gretsch Harlequins (pictures coming soon) that are pretty dusty, and I was wondering what the best way to clean them would be...damp wet rag? I'd hate for any of the finish to chip off..any advice is appreciated.

Thanks!

-AP

Posted on 11 years ago
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Bump Bump..eager to get going on these!

Posted on 11 years ago
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Was hoping someone would chime in for you..............but I just use warm water on a damp rag/towel and go over the shell several times. This removes most dust, dirt and grime.

Glenn.

Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.
Posted on 11 years ago
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I would use a microfiber cloth or clean t shirt.

Posted on 11 years ago
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From Gravy

I would use a microfiber cloth or clean t shirt.

Indeed. I use blue shop towels which are nice microfiber material.

Glenn.

Not a guru just havin fun with some old dusty drums.
Posted on 11 years ago
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From FFR428

Indeed. I use blue shop towels which are nice microfiber material.

I use the blue shop towels as well...Very absorbant and easily discarded...By changing towels often during this stage of the clean up ensures that the finish/wrap is not getting scratched any further with residual dirt, dust, etc...

Cheers

1976 Ludwig Mach 4 Thermogloss 26-18-14-14sn
1978 Ludwig Stainless 22-22-18-16-14-13-12 c/w 6-8-10-12-13-14-15-16-18-20-22-24 concert toms
1975 Sonor Phonic Centennials Metallic Pewter 22-16-13-12-14sn (D506)
1971 Ludwig Classic Bowling Ball OBP 22-16-14-13
1960's Stewart Peacock Pearl 20-16-12-14sn
1980`s Ludwig Coliseum Piano Black 8x14 snare
1973 Rogers Superten 5x14 & 6.5x14 COS snares
1970`s John Grey Capri Aquamarine Sparkle 5x14 snare
1941 Ludwig & Ludwig Super 8x14 snare
Posted on 11 years ago
#6
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Thanks everyone!

Just finished cleaning the hardware as well. I'll post pics in the next couple days...

Posted on 11 years ago
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Bucket of warm water with a little mild dish-wash detergent (Dawn) and a big, soft, floppy sponge gets the initial clean-up done. Careful around badges and flakey areas.

John

Too many great drums to list here!

http://www.walbergandauge.com/VintageVenue.htm
Posted on 11 years ago
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Pardon my ignorance but , what is a Gretsch Harlequin?

Posted on 11 years ago
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Thanks for the help everyone! I finished the snare with shop towels, but ran out to start the bass...

These aren't mine, but here ya go Gerald!

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