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Is this a Ludwig?

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This snare does not have the original badge, strainer or butt so I'm having trouble identifying what type of drum it is. What I can tell you is that the dimensions are 14" x 6.5", it has 6 tube lugs, single flange 'stick chopper' hoops with claws, its 3-ply (mahogany I think) with reinforcing rings and takes regular 14" heads.

The bigest clue is the stamp next to the seam on the inside of the shell which has the numbers 4 4 40. Above that there's another stamp that looks like a four digit number but I can't make it out.

The shell is thin and light and it sounds great but I've never known for sure who made it and when. Any ideas?

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60s Gretsch RB 22, 13, 16
'73 Premier B303 22, 12, 14, 16
70s Ludwig Vistalite 22, 12, 13, 16
Posted on 17 years ago
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looks like an old 6.5x14 Pioneer. I can barely see the strainer, but it looks like part of the predecessor to the p-83...

Posted on 17 years ago
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Posts: 5 Threads: 2

I'm selling this drum on ebay right now so there's a few pics attached to the ad. Here's the link. Any comments?

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Vintage-Ludwig-Snare-Drum-Mahogany-Shell-14-x-6-5_W0QQitemZ270147527147QQihZ017QQcategoryZ38095QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

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60s Gretsch RB 22, 13, 16
'73 Premier B303 22, 12, 14, 16
70s Ludwig Vistalite 22, 12, 13, 16
Posted on 17 years ago
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