Because you guys asked for them, here's pics of the Ludwig Black Panther snare all assembled. It's got a few nicks and dings in the wrap, but considering it's almost 40 years old, and nobody else I know has one, I can't complain. ;)

Enjoy!

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.....and here's one with his black brother, a more modern 6.5x14" Acrolite in Black Galaxy finish:

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I've never owned a Black Beauty, but if I did, I could have a great picture of all 3 great black Ludwig snares together as one big happy family.