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Rare Ludwig Marine White Pearl 1955-59 17'' Marching Bass

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My Dad will be putting this drum on Ebay very soon. Most likely tomorrow.

Here is a link to pictures. Password is Ludwig

Here's his listing description.

This WFL 12x17 - (17" Diameter) marine white pearl marching Bass drum, looks so good for a 50s Drum I would consider it a museum piece. By the looks of the Drum it has been used very little. I haven't spent any time cleaning the drum because it all looked original and I wanted to keep it in the same state I bought it in. The wrap looks so good I thought it was a re-wrap (it isn't) the wrap is molded into the shell, which means its original. (Real Deal, see pics) There is a yellow spot below the Badge (see pic) the yellow is stickem from a sticker or something like that. Both seams are tight (see pic). There are 2 or 3 marks on the wrap (see pic). Bearing edges are in great shape. This is a 3 ply shell and the WFL Badge looks great, no #. (see pic) The mini Lugs have very little pitting, flaking, or scrapes on them. (see pic) The claws have WFL stamped in them (see pic) with very little pitting or rust spots. Out of all the Ludwig vintage claws I've seen I have never seen WFL stamped on them. They were only made for 2yrs or so. The rims are in good working condition. (no cracks) The inlay is in great shape with some yellowing. The shoulder strap eyelets show no wear. The chest brace is in such good shape, the WFL sticker is still intact. Most of the wool on the chest brace is gone.

THIS IS A GREAT LOOKING AND SOUNDING DRUM! - My dads description

I myself emailed Drum Appraiser and author of:

The Complete History of The Leedy Drum Company

The Rogers Book

The Slingerland Book

The Ludwig Book

George W

ay’s Little Black Book

The Rebeats Calfskin Head Book

Rob Cook said he didn't include 17'' Bass drums in his book, because he hadn't heard of them until recently himself. I myself couldn't find any info on the net due to its rarity.

You guys have been very helpful on this site, so I thought I would give ya the heads up! Good luck if anyone is after this thing.

Posted on 13 years ago
#1
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The drum is now up on ebay as of 9:00 est time.

Good luck if anyone here wants it, my dad hopes it goes to an excellent home!

Posted on 13 years ago
#2
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That's a marching tenor, not a bass.

Posted on 13 years ago
#3
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From tubelugs

That's a marching tenor, not a bass.

Thank you, I talked to my dad this morning when he woke up, he said it was a good idea and it is re-listed as Bass/Tenor now.

I myself know nothing of drums, just trying to learn a bit more so I can talk with him about them.

Posted on 13 years ago
#4
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Bump just a bump!

Posted on 13 years ago
#5
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The drum ends tomorrow. Also I saw a catalog where you could order a 17'' tenor and special order wood hoops. I believe that's exactly the case here.

Would be a nice drum for any collector!

Posted on 13 years ago
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From DrummerRoy

My Dad will be putting this drum on Ebay very soon. Most likely tomorrow.Here is a link to pictures. Password is LudwigHere's his listing description. This WFL 12x17 - (17" Diameter) marine white pearl marching Bass drum, looks so good for a 50s Drum I would consider it a museum piece. By the looks of the Drum it has been used very little. I haven't spent any time cleaning the drum because it all looked original and I wanted to keep it in the same state I bought it in. The wrap looks so good I thought it was a re-wrap (it isn't) the wrap is molded into the shell, which means its original. (Real Deal, see pics) There is a yellow spot below the Badge (see pic) the yellow is stickem from a sticker or something like that. Both seams are tight (see pic). There are 2 or 3 marks on the wrap (see pic). Bearing edges are in great shape. This is a 3 ply shell and the WFL Badge looks great, no #. (see pic) The mini Lugs have very little pitting, flaking, or scrapes on them. (see pic) The claws have WFL stamped in them (see pic) with very little pitting or rust spots. Out of all the Ludwig vintage claws I've seen I have never seen WFL stamped on them. They were only made for 2yrs or so. The rims are in good working condition. (no cracks) The inlay is in great shape with some yellowing. The shoulder strap eyelets show no wear. The chest brace is in such good shape, the WFL sticker is still intact. Most of the wool on the chest brace is gone.THIS IS A GREAT LOOKING AND SOUNDING DRUM! - My dads description I myself emailed Drum Appraiser and author of:The Complete History of The Leedy Drum CompanyThe Rogers BookThe Slingerland BookThe Ludwig BookGeorge Way’s Little Black BookThe Rebeats Calfskin Head Book Rob Cook said he didn't include 17'' Bass drums in his book, because he hadn't heard of them until recently himself. I myself couldn't find any info on the net due to its rarity.You guys have been very helpful on this site, so I thought I would give ya the heads up! Good luck if anyone is after this thing.

Cool bass drum,

I have a wfl floor tom with the same pearl 1950'a era. 'm looking to trade or sell. It would go great with this BD. Let me know if your interested. I'll post a pic. Rich

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Posted on 13 years ago
#7
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45 minutes left! Somebody bid!

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