I have a 1966 Ludwig Hollywood drum set in champagne sparkle 22/16/12/12 (and an extra 13") in good condition. (It has scuffs, marks, etc.. but overall it is in good shape.) Looks like just about everything is original. (Not sure about the hoops/tension rods.) Almost forgot, the 13" has an extra hole and is a 1964 model.
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I have a 1971 Ludwig Standard in blue strata. I am the second owner of this kit and it is in very good shape. I have the 22/16/13 and 14 snare, plus I have all the original hardware! The kit has a few scuffs and the snare has a ding in the top hoop, but everything else is in very good shape. As far as I can tell, everything is original.
What I want:
I am on the prowl for a 1969- 1973 Ludwig drum set in gold sparkle. It must be a 22/16/13 (or 12 tom). I am also wanting the bass to have curved spurs. I'm not looking for a museum piece, but I do want it to be in good condition- no wrap lifting, no re-wraps, original pieces, for example.
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A 1969-1973 Ludwig drum set in burgundy sparkle - 22/16/13 or 12. Same description as above.
So, to review...you get NINE drums while just giving up three or four. What a deal!!