Ludwig 3pc Downbeat Drum Set Transition Badge Sky Blue Pearl Vintage 1950's

Description

Based out of Minneapolis, we tour the country looking for new vintage gear to sell online!
We specialize in anything drum related from the early 1900's to the 1980's
We sell drums, hardware, parts, cymbals etc.
We take pride in making sure all items are cleaned and restored to as close to their original condition as possible before selling. We make our descriptions as accurate as possible. If there is an issue or concern, please contact us before purchasing. If you require additional photos, we will do our best to accommodate.
From the late 1950's this is a Ludwig 3 piece Downbeat drum set in a sky blue pearl wrap! Transition badge! Nickel over brass hoops. Mahogany/poplar/mahogany shells with maple reinforcement rings and a clear interior. Comes with an 8 (deep) x 12 rack tom, 14x14 floor tom, and 14 (deep) x 20 bass drum. These show signs of use with scratches, scuffs, and some yellowing or fading of the wrap. Most of the yellowing is noticeable on the bass drum. Wrap is also cracked on the bass drum. Seams look ok, but like they've maybe been reglued at some point. There's many extra holes in the bass drum as well as some on the rack tom. Metal hoops and hardware have pitting and rust. Batter side hoops on toms are a bit warped. Heads still seem to tune up fine. Parts are all original aside from the heads. Tom mounts, spurs, and leg brackets are 100% functioning. Interiors are a bit scratched up, but bearing edges are clean. Bass drum hoops have minor chips and scratches in black painted areas. Looks like they've possibly been repainted. Inlay is missing completely on one side, and is only partially there on the other. Heads have minor wear, and tons of use left! See the pictures for more details!
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