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Radio King 3 ply and not student model ??? Last viewed: 8 hours ago

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This 40's Slingerland drum is being sold here in Japan . The seller says that it has 3 ply shell . As you can see in the photos it has engraved hoops and a 3 point with bridges . I had a look though the Slingerland Book but couldn't find a drum exactly like this . The Student Model was a 3 ply , but it didn't have bridges and had single flange hoops with clips . Can anybody identify this ? Or has it been modified somewhere along the line ? Any info appreciated . Oh - any idea what it would be worth in decent condition ?

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Posted on 18 years ago
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One more pic ...you can see it has a muffler as well .

1963 Gretsch Progressive Jazz Champagne Sparkle
1967 Ludwig Super Classic Oyster Blue Pearl
Yamaha Birch Custom Absolute Burgundy Spkl. bop
etc...
Posted on 18 years ago
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All the hardware looks to be original, it looks like the real deal to me, but I'm not an expert. A better view of the shell would help.

Its better to have people think you're an idiot, than to open your mouth and prove them wrong, unless you doubt yourself then speak away....
Posted on 18 years ago
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Take a look at this page from different catalogs. It sure looks like the Gene Krupa Radio King. The 3-ply shell and a "Radio King" can be a source of debate, since Slingerland used the name at different times and it was usually on a single ply shell. I have had 3-ply Radio Kings

in my collection. We all know inventory was not the best for Slingerland. Of course DrCJW could shed much light on that drum.

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Posted on 18 years ago
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Quoted post

All the hardware looks to be original, it looks like the real deal to me, but I'm not an expert. A better view of the shell would help.

I've emailed the seller and asked for a pic or two of the inside of the drum . Will post after receiving . Thanks guys for all your help so far . :)

1963 Gretsch Progressive Jazz Champagne Sparkle
1967 Ludwig Super Classic Oyster Blue Pearl
Yamaha Birch Custom Absolute Burgundy Spkl. bop
etc...
Posted on 18 years ago
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Here are a couple of pics of the inside . It's a maple inner ply ! Huh ? What do you think guys ?

[IMG]http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f164/sonor23/P1030325.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f164/sonor23/P1030320.jpg[/IMG]

1963 Gretsch Progressive Jazz Champagne Sparkle
1967 Ludwig Super Classic Oyster Blue Pearl
Yamaha Birch Custom Absolute Burgundy Spkl. bop
etc...
Posted on 18 years ago
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Lug mounting screws have been changed ... I wonder what else ?

1963 Gretsch Progressive Jazz Champagne Sparkle
1967 Ludwig Super Classic Oyster Blue Pearl
Yamaha Birch Custom Absolute Burgundy Spkl. bop
etc...
Posted on 18 years ago
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That looks like a maple shell a la Radio King style. Are the snare beds cut out on the bottom as well?

Its better to have people think you're an idiot, than to open your mouth and prove them wrong, unless you doubt yourself then speak away....
Posted on 18 years ago
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Quoted post

That looks like a maple shell a la Radio King style. Are the snare beds cut out on the bottom as well?

I don't know ; I didn't ask the seller .

1963 Gretsch Progressive Jazz Champagne Sparkle
1967 Ludwig Super Classic Oyster Blue Pearl
Yamaha Birch Custom Absolute Burgundy Spkl. bop
etc...
Posted on 18 years ago
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maybe its a special order radio king?

Harrison
Posted on 18 years ago
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