1950's Slingerland 5.5x14 White Marine Pearl Radio King Solid Shell Maple Snare Drum
1950's Slingerland No. 143 Gene Krupa 5.5 x14 Radio King Snare Drum
Single ply solid maple shell with 3 point strainer. All original and in very good working order.
This first edition of the black & brass Chicago oval badge dates this piece between 1956-1959
Overall this drum is in very good condition. The shell is structurally sound, free of extra holes, and in good working order.
The original white marine pearl wrap is clean and in good shape. Wrap is holding well at the seams and free of cracks. Finish shows even fading and aging around the drum along with minor scratches and scuffs.
Nickel hardware is in very good working order and appears to be all original. Drum features nickel over brass hoops, and a smooth 3 point strainer that adjusts easily and stays engaged while playing. Rims show some scratches and scuffs and the lugs and strainer show some speckled pitting and wear.
Original snare wires and screws are in place. A few strands are missing.
Maple shell is clean with original bearing edges. Edges are smooth & even with some minor but standard Slingerland re-ring separation on the bottom side. Modern remo heads fit on nicely.
Complete and ready to go.
Please examine all the photos for additional condition information. Feel free to message us if you have any questions not answered in the listing or in the photos. Sold as-is and will arrive as seen and described.
International shipping is available.
1950's Slingerland No. 143 Gene Krupa 5.5 x14 Radio King Snare Drum
Single ply solid maple shell with 3 point strainer. All original and in very good working order.
This first edition of the black & brass Chicago oval badge dates this piece between 1956-1959
Overall this drum is in very good condition. The shell is structurally sound, free of extra holes, and in good working order.
The original white marine pearl wrap is clean and in good shape. Wrap is holding well at the seams and free of cracks. Finish shows even fading and aging around the drum along with minor scratches and scuffs.
Nickel hardware is in very good working order and appears to be all original. Drum features nickel over brass hoops, and a smooth 3 point strainer that adjusts easily and stays engaged while playing. Rims show some scratches and scuffs and the lugs and strainer show some speckled pitting and wear.
Original snare wires and screws are in place. A few strands are missing.
Maple shell is clean with original bearing edges. Edges are smooth & even with some minor but standard Slingerland re-ring separation on the bottom side. Modern remo heads fit on nicely.
Complete and ready to go.
Please examine all the photos for additional condition information. Feel free to message us if you have any questions not answered in the listing or in the photos. Sold as-is and will arrive as seen and described.
International shipping is available.
1950's Slingerland No. 143 Gene Krupa 5.5 x14 Radio King Snare Drum
Single ply solid maple shell with 3 point strainer. All original and in very good working order.
This first edition of the black & brass Chicago oval badge dates this piece between 1956-1959
Overall this drum is in very good condition. The shell is structurally sound, free of extra holes, and in good working order.
The original white marine pearl wrap is clean and in good shape. Wrap is holding well at the seams and free of cracks. Finish shows even fading and aging around the drum along with minor scratches and scuffs.
Nickel hardware is in very good working order and appears to be all original. Drum features nickel over brass hoops, and a smooth 3 point strainer that adjusts easily and stays engaged while playing. Rims show some scratches and scuffs and the lugs and strainer show some speckled pitting and wear.
Original snare wires and screws are in place. A few strands are missing.
Maple shell is clean with original bearing edges. Edges are smooth & even with some minor but standard Slingerland re-ring separation on the bottom side. Modern remo heads fit on nicely.
Complete and ready to go.
Please examine all the photos for additional condition information. Feel free to message us if you have any questions not answered in the listing or in the photos. Sold as-is and will arrive as seen and described.
International shipping is available.