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Holy grail of snares?

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From RogerSling

grrrrr ... snarl ... tinkle ... slap ... kick ... spit ... tinkle ... stomp ... sigh ... tinkle ... tinkle ... tinkle ... shake ... shake ... zip;)

Translates to....?

Mike Curotto

Posted on 12 years ago
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From Mike Curotto

Translates to....?Mike Curotto

a bit of humor ... hence the wink wink sign. Goodness knows, this thread needs a ray of sunshine. Just a bit too ... ... ... heavy, if you get my drift.

So, without further adieu ...

flowerflowerflowerflowerflowerflower

ahhhhhhh ... now isn't that just a tiny bit better???

What Would You Do
Posted on 12 years ago
#32
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I figured that was the intent...

Can you feel the love...

M 2flowers i 2kflowers k 2flowers e flowers2

Posted on 12 years ago
#33
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From DolFan54

Without collectors like Mike Curotto we would never be able to see some of these rare gems! Thanks for the book and the passion Mike!

+1..I agree.I bought the book,and I drank the koolaide.The book sits on my coffee table,and those that pick it up and just scan the photos,always comment on how beautiful the drums are.They also comment on how great it is that someone has the foresight to maintain these little pieces of history.Nice job Mike.Clapping Happy2

Steve B

Posted on 12 years ago
#34
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From tamadrm

+1..I agree.I bought the book,and I drank the koolaide.The book sits on my coffee table,and those that pick it up and just scan the photos,always comment on how beautiful the drums are.They also comment on how great it is that someone has the foresight to maintain these little pieces of history.Nice job Mike.Clapping Happy2Steve B

Thanks...this is a very fun hobby.

Mike Curotto

Posted on 12 years ago
#35
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We were talking about the used and vintage gear we get at my music store just yesterday. A guy wanted to sell a Martin to me but we just couldn't come up with a price that fit for both of us.

2 Thoughts

First- things are only worth what someone is willing to pay.

Second- when you look at an item like that Slingy BB we aren't really looking at it the same way we look at our other snare drums. We are looking at it the same way we see the Mona Lisa or the Statue of David. Or maybe even a Civil War 'Dog River' sword. It is a piece of art. It is rare. And we ask questions about all the former people who might have been involved in the item's life. Who built it- sold it- bought it- found it.

Anyway my opinion!

Kevin

1961 Ludwig Super Classic 22,13,16,18, WFL BR Snare WMP
1951-52 Slingerland Radio King Krupa Outfit 24,13,16 Champagne Sparkle
1960s/70s Polaris MIJ 20,12,16 Red Sparkle
2005 Gretsch Catalina Club WMP First Run
2008 Pearl Masters MCX 20,10,12,14f,16f & 14 Diamond Glitter
1999 Yamaha Stage Custom 22,10,12,14r,16f. Marina Green

...& many more...
Posted on 12 years ago
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From nailfoxx

We were talking about the used and vintage gear we get at my music store just yesterday. A guy wanted to sell a Martin to me but we just couldn't come up with a price that fit for both of us.2 ThoughtsFirst- things are only worth what someone is willing to pay. Second- when you look at an item like that Slingy BB we aren't really looking at it the same way we look at our other snare drums. We are looking at it the same way we see the Mona Lisa or the Statue of David. Or maybe even a Civil War 'Dog River' sword. It is a piece of art. It is rare. And we ask questions about all the former people who might have been involved in the item's life. Who built it- sold it- bought it- found it.Anyway my opinion!Kevin

Exactly. That is what adds to the provenance and vibe of the drum. Acquiring a top notch, rare snare drum is the most important part of the deal but any provenance, story etc. is always an added bonus that is fun to share.

Mike Curotto

Posted on 12 years ago
#37
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Blair lowballed me!!

Seriously, Mike is right, I sold my Slingerland Black Beauty for more than the price Blair quoted.

I consider the original Ludwig Triumphal the "holy grail" of snare drums.

It's much rarer than the Slingy BB.

Posted on 12 years ago
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OOPS!

Sorry about that..

Could have swore it said $8,500 when you showed me the check..

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 12 years ago
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From Mike Curotto

This would be depending on who your friend is...as far as I know there are only 4 examples of 6.5x14 Slingerland BBs...so now based on your post there may be 5. Without giving out names frivolously...3 are in CA (SF Bay Area) and one is in the UK....is one of these your friend's?Mike Curotto

Hi, Mike!

Yes, my friend does live in the SF Bay Area. He said someone walked into the SF Guitar Center trying to sell the drum and his friends at the store (knowing that he was interested in vintage drums) called him right away. He immediately jumped in his car and bought it from the guy selling it.

Posted on 12 years ago
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