I own a Ludwig '66 Super Classic kit and a '71 Rogers Londoner kit and I love them both. The Big R kits w/o serial #'s are American made as long as it states Made in USA on the badges......as for the original question of the better deal, my response was based on price vs sound and thats why the lean towards the Big R and I do like their sound.

But as we all know, personal preference differs...

As for Bonham, there is no greater fan of his style and sound than me.......and tens of thousands of other drummers I am sure,,,,,,,,,,,

So,,,now Prostix...are you more confused than when you first asked the question lol............