Both drums sound good. The metal one is brass confirmed by magnet test, and is heavy, the seller thought late 60s, does anyone know what model it is? Maybe a hi- Fi? The snare mechanism works quite well the whole drum I think- all original. I'm having difficulty getting pics of wood Ace. As well as a few more Detailed pics I took. will post when I can. Here is a big up to wills drum shop in Sunderland (UK).the only shop for miles that does 2nd hand. Good guy too.

Here is the wood royal ace. I've never had a birch shelled drum before - makes for slightly more cut/ bright?.[Attachment: 90163]. This has a badge of 'kitchings' music shop.

Well both badges are dated 1960-1968 and the birch/beech is defo a Royal Ace.

The COB drum is a model 37 Hifi and as they had hifi on the earlier drum badges it is probably from 1965-1968.

Nice pair and I look forward to hearing them on Wednesday.

Now all you need is a 14x4 COB Royal Ace which is my favorite for jazz.