Earlier today I picked up a Slingerland White Satin Flame Artist Model snare drum. Based on my limited research, I believe this particular wrap was only offered between the years of 1964 through 1969. The serial number on the Black & Brass Niles badge is 51766. I believe that this would indicate date of manufacture sometime around 1966. Am I somewhat close?
I'm also trying to obtain the correct information regarding the shell of this particular drum for cataloging purposes. I've failed miserably in my attempts to understand shell "plies" for some reason. If anyone could provide a brief tutorial ("plies for dummies"; i.e., ME!:confused:) as to how to correctly identify the number of plies and how the plies affect the value and/or sound quality of a drum I'd be eternally grateful. Hopefully, I'm not the only one who struggles with this.
Any other information that you might be able to "enlighten me" with regarding this particular snare would also be greatly appreciated.
As usual, thanks in advance for your time and your help!Bowing