I got this off my local CL a few weeks ago. Supposedly it's a 1934 Slingerland Orchestral nickel over brass, 14x5. So far I've taken it apart and cleaned the shell with Brasso, it's still a little dull but it got the grime off. The shell is a bit out of round but I did some bending and got it so a head can be seated, it's very snug but it goes on. The hoops are another story though. I bent them as well but they seem a little bit too small for a modern head. They're also pretty rusted. I was thinking about buying modern versions and throwing them on. I'm planning on making it more of a players drum than a shelf piece since it's already in rough shape. The throw-off works but is a little flimsy, any ideas on a vintage looking modern one that might work on it? Also it was missing two claws/tension rods so I got replacements from Precision Drum Co. Not exact matches but close enough to put on the snare side and not notice. So anyway what should I do about the heads and rims? I was thinking it might need oversized heads like Aquarian American Vintage. And any tips on restoring it in general would be appreciated.
Restoring a 30's Slingerland NOB snare
I'm having trouble posting more than one pic at a time so I'll have to do replies.
Catalog from 34.
Snare side.
These heads can't be original can they?
Really? 50 views and nobody has any tips for me?
Nice drum and welcome to the forum. Put the Brasso away. It will scratch the NOB. A quick guide is micro-fibre towels and mag wheel polish. A search on "polishing" will yield many other options.
Snare on the left is the budget model of your snare. Research first and then start the restore.
Per the 50 views. Folks are busy and help when they can. Heads are not original. Drum would have calf top/bottom. Which the batter appears to be.
Creighton
I sold that same model two years ago in similar condition for about $220.
Thanks for the reply Crighton. As far as heads go will I need the oversized modern heads or will regular sized work? A pinstripe fits very snugly, and then the rim seems to be too small.
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