Can anyone tell us what technique the other drum manufacturers (Rogers, Gretsch, Slingerland) used in lieu of Ludwig's scarf joint procedure? I'm just curious, as I'm sure others may be also. And what technique was the best (least prone to later problems)?Thanks in advance, MB
Straight seam, fully adhered and under lugs. Ludwig did not have ovens, they used forms. Don`t quote me on that, I don`t know 100%. I do know 100% SONOR used steam ovens in the 40,`s 60`s then went to oil ovens and S jointing.
Ludwig did follow with ovens at some point.