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Used Calf Skin Heads

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Been playing drums for 50 plus years, but have just now jumped into the vintage parade drums. Some of the ones I purchased have calf skins. Some are in pretty bad shape but some are playable, especially the BD heads. Don't really want them, do they have value? Thanks for any response.

Posted on 6 years ago
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On more than one occasion, people have asked what to do when the one drum they finally got has ripped heads.Then get a new calf head and try to age it to match the rest of the drums. Or, a collector would like original period correct heads.

I see a use. I would not trash them. it`s the ONLY way someone can get a period correct head.

It`s a drum,.....Hit It !!

.....76/#XK9207 Phonic Sound Machine D454/D-505 snares !i
Posted on 6 years ago
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I always save them, also never know when you may need to cut one down and use it for a vintage restoration.

18 Kits & 40+ snares..
Not a Guru, just addicted to drums

- Jay
Posted on 6 years ago
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I am in need of some calf skin heads. Will send you a pm to get a list from you

Michael

No Guru - I just love collecting & learning about vintage drums!

Some of my favorites from the kits in the collection
58 WFL New Yorker Blue Sparkle
67 Ludwig Hollywood Red Psychedelic
69 Ludwig Standard Red Ruby Strata
70's Ludwig BOP "Ringo" Kit

A few of my favorite snares
20's Leedy Black Elite
51 Leedy & Ludwig Knob Tension
58 WFL Buddy Rich Classic Blue Sparkle
63 Walberg & Auge Sea Blue Agave Green Pearl
66 Leedy Shelly Manne Blue Agate Pearl
Posted on 6 years ago
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Depending on the sizes, vintage calf heads certainly have value. I much prefer them to newly-made ones.

Posted on 6 years ago
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