Drum City Guitarland ~ Family Owned Drum & Guitar Shop Since 1965
VERY GOOD CONDITION
ALL THINGS WORKING & FUNCTIONAL
Original late-1930s Ludwig & Ludwig King Louie snare
5x14" Snare Drum
Original Green & Gold Duco lacquer finish
3-ply maple/poplar/maple shell with solid maple reinforcement rings
Original Ludwig & Ludwig oval badge
Original three-point Ludwig strainer
Original nickel-plated hardware
Factory interior ink stamp: 3801
No extra holes or major modifications
Finish shows normal cosmetic wear consistent with age
Hardware has typical vintage nickel patina
Shell and reinforcement rings are solid
8-Lug
Made January 1938
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Stick Chopper Hoops
Made in Chicago USA
A beautiful pre-war Ludwig & Ludwig snare with great vintage character. An excellent addition for collectors or players looking for the warm, classic sound of a 1930s 3-ply shell.
