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5x14 Ludwig 10 Lug Acrolite

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Hello All,

I have an interesting one that I'm hoping someone can shed some light on. It's a 5x14 Silver Acrolite, 10 Imperial Lugs, Large Keystone, P85, Round Muffler, and it's stamped "490" inside. The hoops are also interesting. At first I thought someone refinished a supra, but when I took it apart, the shell is consistent inside and out. Doesn't appear to be tampered with. This drum was found in North Carolina... maybe a Ludwig employee made something fun one day? I know all about the NYS Dept of Education 70's 6.5's, but this appears to be a late 90's 5x14. Let me know what you guys think!

Thanks!

Andrew

Posted on 11 years ago
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Don't think I've seen one of these before. Looks pristine! Similar to the 10-lug blacros. Hoops are cool--same treatment as the shell, & dropped gates. All topped off with Imperials---very cool.....marko

Posted on 11 years ago
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The hoops are a bit different. Maybe powder coat. When I found it, it was quite dirty, but she cleaned up nicely. Also think they may be the original heads.

Posted on 11 years ago
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Andrew, I am from Nc and live close too the factory, this is a new one too me also. awesome drum.

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 11 years ago
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never seen this before...

nice drum and photography Walking

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Posted on 11 years ago
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