Early 1950's.

The value is hard to quantify because its pretty darned heavy. My guess is that it would this one wouldn't be too much in demand.

[COLOR="DarkRed"]I agree...that's the heaviest Trans-Stamp I have ever seen actually....Probably only in the $175 range or so......[/COLOR]

Thank you sirs. So is the sound indicative of the weight? In other words, does it sound bad to you?

I thought it was on the lighter side of a medium weight ride, myself - the feel of it, the way it wobbles, etc.

to me it doesn't sound good. typical heavy cymbal sound.

I think it's medium or mid heavy for the 18". around 1400g would be the best weight for me. I like mid thin cymbals in any sizes.

[COLOR="DarkRed"]Guess it depends on where you are comin' from - If you are used to pingier stickier cymbals it might sound more complex - but to me having had about 20 Trans-stamps come thru here - it's too bright and pingy. It's not terrible and probably a lot of that weight's in the bell area if it actually has some edge wobble - but I agree that for a nice 18" the weight usually is below 1500g. If you dig it - cool ! If not - you'll get a better price for it considering the size - than for a regular later Avedis of same size.[/COLOR]