well over the ditch here in New Zealand you'd expect to pay $250 - $500 depending on colour and condition of course. That's NZ$ so about $200 - $400 in Oz$.

I paid NZ$260 for the one pictured that had no snare and 2 13" rack toms, one of which was added later or as a special order as it has a different Star badge but the same wrap. I've yet to refurbish this kit but it's very clean.

Dear Fellow Member,

I know that there will be many on The Forum who will not agree with my response. So be it. We all have different ideas which should be respected by others.

I have a set of early 70's restored Stars of which I am very proud...chrome snare, two 13 inch toms, 20 inch bass, 16 inch floor tom and, a Star cocktail snare which I use as a second tom. I also have the original hardware. Because each drum was originally in such poor shape, they have been re-wrapped in turquoise sparkle, simply because I liked the colour ( many purists will not agree). Many of the drums were originally wrapped in different colours. All were ripped and bubbled.

What I'm saying is this: if you can afford it and, think that these old Stars are worth their weight in gold, then go for it! I have no regrets although my old kit is now worth several hundred dollars. I play them regularly and have been given compliments on them at every gig.

Bottom line: some things in life are hard to attach a monetary value to.

Best of luck in whatever decision you make!

Brian

I have been looking for a star kit for some time and just do'nt see any, would post on this forums wanted to buy but as a collector its seems that some thing turns up locally sooner or later. nice looking kit, where did you get the wrap?

Hello, Amigo!

A friend who helps me restore my drums got the wrap from Precision Drums in New York State. I wish I could send pictures but, I'm having trouble with this old computer. Hang in. Something will turn up!

Brian

P.S. Nice talking to a fellow Star appreciator!

I'll sell you my Majestics. All of the kit, 20-12-12-16 and matching snare, all in blue sparkle. Some fade on the bass, but in clean condition. New heads all around, no cymbal arm, but it is the straight up Slingerland type. This is a great kit in 6 and 9 ply shells, all ready to rock.

Or, look in the "For Sale", I have my early 60's WMP for sale, make a reasonable offer and off they go.