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George Way strainer throw off

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George Way practice pad front

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George Way prctice pad back

I have two George Way catalogs in my collection and this 6 lug drum was called the "Studio" Model.

Although the catalog shows the drum with single flange hoops and rim clips, I'm sure it had variations. I guess there is always the chance the hoops were changed, I have not seen enough George Way drums to make that determination.

The strainer looks correct, although slightly different then the catalogs I have for George Way, it does match the Camco strainers in my Camco catalog.

So It is correct and a very nice example of a George Way snare.

Price is tough since we do not see that many of these drums, even though two complete sets have recently sold on Ebay, one in black pearl and one in green sparkle. I guess any amount from $200 up is always possible even though it is a 6 lug model snare.

Thanks for the great pictures

Thanks

David

Just wondering, is it possible that it was actually made by Camco with a leftover George Way badge during the Camco takeover timeframe? Would that possibly account for hybrid hops and strainer, or would Camco have stopped using the GW badge all together? I suppose an old owner could have upgraded the hoops later for ease of maintenance and replaced the strainer with a Camco that was readily available where the George Way would not have been. Does being a six lug unit detract from desirability even on a rare piece like this?

It seems the most common George Way drums are the six lug student models. I've seen that model before with that strainer and those hoops. I suppose it's possible that Camco would have made that and useda Gwo. Way badge, but I can't imagine why...Apparantly there's a slight difference between the Way and Camco hoops, but they look the same to me. Way drums are very collectible, however duco, six lug drums are the easiest to find. I'd guess the drum would get $2-300. IF that pad says George Way on it, I think a Camco / Way collector would pay $25-100 for that, too.

Yes, the pad has a sticker on it that says Geo. Way Drums Inc. Elkhart, Indiana.

Did you ever sell the drum?