Drum guys, what is this snare worth?

[yumdrum]

I believe it to be a 70's b/o badge 6.5" bronze or brass supraphonic, but not sure which. I have a chance to get it for $150. Have not yet seen it in person as it is a little drive for me.

Anyone know what they are worth?

Thanks!

http://www.gearslutz.com/board/attac...1&d=1239225332

[chrisso]

$150 is a STEAL for any Ludwig 6.5" metal shell drum.
Looks like a 70's Bronze to me.
I probably prefer the hammered version, but no mistake this is a quality drum.
I haven't followed Ludwig prices for a couple of years, but my uneducated guess is that this is worth minimum $250, probably more likely $300-$350. More importantly I think it's going to be a great sounding drum...... a keeper.

[yumdrum]

Originally Posted by chrisso

$150 is a STEAL for any Ludwig 6.5" metal shell drum.
Looks like a 70's Bronze to me.
I probably prefer the hammered version, but no mistake this is a quality drum.
I haven't followed Ludwig prices for a couple of years, but my uneducated guess is that this is worth minimum $250, probably more likely $300-$350. More importantly I think it's going to be a great sounding drum...... a keeper.

Thanks Chris, I had a feeling it may be a pretty good deal, but nice to confirm this.

I read somewhere the way to tell if it's bronze is there is a "BZ" stamped on the shell interior and a brass would be stamped with a "BR".

Either way, like you said.

I just acquired a b/o acrolyte for $100 and am really liking that too.

Thanks again,
Dave

[chrisso]

Originally Posted by yumdrum

I read somewhere the way to tell if it's bronze is there is a "BZ" stamped on the shell interior and a brass would be stamped with a "BR".

I think that's right. There may even be something on the badge.
Either way, a brass Supra or a bronze Ludwig are both very nice drums, especially for $150.
Caveat: Unless the drum has a problem of some kind.

[JQ127]

I'd jump on this in a heartbeat. That's a damn good deal. Way to go!

[biggator6]

That's a bronze. And $150 is a terrible deal - give me that guy's number and I'll tell him so myself.. seriously, what's his number? GIVE ME HIS NUMBER!

(run.. don't walk.. and get that drum)
"-)

[Jax]

Yeah, I'd snag that in a hummingbird heartbeat!

[Jimbo]

Are those die-cast hoops? They don't look like standard triple-flange.

If so, you're getting an even better deal (as long as you like die-cast).

I use a die-cast hoop on the batter side of my 5" supra, and love the punch.

[biggator6]

Originally Posted by Jimbo

Are those die-cast hoops? They don't look like standard triple-flange.

If so, you're getting an even better deal (as long as you like die-cast).

I use a die-cast hoop on the batter side of my 5" supra, and love the punch.

Good eye - I didn't even notice that!

[dan_zero]

$150?

Grab it!!!