How many holes and what is the pattern shape look like of the holes?

Well, I will be re-building the area where the strainer mounts with new plys of poplar and mahogany so all of the old nasty holes will be gone. So I can really use any strainer, a period correct strainer is my first thought but I want it to work easy too, so maybe a zoomatic? I have never used a Radio King strainer or "three point strainer" are these any good?

The Radio King three-point strainer would be correct, but possibly quite expensive.

That's what my Concert King from '59 has installed.

if you don't go towards that, I would think a Rapid Strainer would be the next appropriate choice....also the darn Zoomatics are pretty finicky, though having a very "Retro-Matic" eye appeal....:)

BTW, mine is an 8x15.....perhaps yours is too...?

Here's a pic of mine....

Thanks Kevin,

My drum shell is 7 x 15. You have a nice one, how do you like it?

Jeff,

Gibraltar offers a 3-point strainer, which you can see here... https://www.interstatemusic.com/918704-Gibraltar-Vintage-Style-Throw-Off-SCGVSTO.aspx?sku=PA273GVSTO&source=Google+Base_CASCIO&source=Google+Base_Cascio&utm_source=google&utm_medium=product&utm_campaign=gbase&gclid=CPCMvKKazdMCFQxofgodwd4Bgw

I also have a very nice Zoomatic that I repaired with the use of the large tone control knob. It won't come off! I'm currently not at home, so can't attach pictures. Let me know if you're interested.

-Mark

Mark, thanks for the tip, I never considered a new one. That one would be perfect, thanks! Think I will go with the new one.

I think it will look great on your drum! While looking very vintage, it uses drum key bolts for the snare string/tape. Looking forward to your completed drum! May we all assume that the shell will receive a beautiful outer veneer?!!

-Mark

Thanks Mark I agree 100%

Yes, new veneer. The original mahogany exterior ply is gone, I stripped it off. I am thinking about replacing part of the center poplar ply as well as a section of the inside ply. Might be more work than what the drum is worth but what the hay.

Jeff!

We've all had our projects that we question whether it is/was worth it. However, it's the final result that matters! And, I've learned my lesson to NEVER add up what it costs! So, yeah, "what the hay"! LOL

-Mark