I've a Ludwig "New Classic" snare. The wires attach with 3 screws: 1 on the throw and 2 on the butt plate (made from '48-'52). I am attempting to finish restoring it with its original parts. All I now need is the correct [COLOR="Red"]nickel[/COLOR] butt plate.
PROBLEM: The P87 throw I stuck on works great. It lays the snares flat against the bottom head. Now, I finally find a 2-screw-mounting buttplate, attach it, and the thing extends way too far below, close to 1 inch!!
QUESTION: [COLOR="Red"]Did Ludwig make this type of butt plate in different lengths, AND, does anyone know where I can find one?[/COLOR] Granted, the one that's too long here IS chrome-plated, but I'm guessing it doesn't make a difference.