Paiste Stambul NiS 24" Thin Ride (2475g)-1957/58-RARE

RARE-Vintage 1957/58 Paiste Stambul 24" Thin Ride Cymbal - 2475g - 12mm Player's Hole - Unpolished

Overview

For sale is an incredibly rare, first-generation 1957/1958 Paiste Stambul 24" Thin Ride weighing in at a crashable 2475 grams. Made in Switzerland during Paiste's iconic Nickel-Silver (NiS) era, this massive 24-inch ride is a true survivor. To preserve its unique acoustic properties, this cymbal has been left completely unpolished and as-found, showcasing an authentic, beautiful 70-year patina. The mounting hole has been cleanly widened to 12mm (approx 15/32") to accept modern cymbal stands. The vibrant bell tone is completely unaffected from this minor adjustment. I purchased this cymbal primarily for studio work. It produces a stunning track. As I am now semi-retired from gigging and recording and have significantly scaled back my musical commitments, this cymbal has become somewhat of a luxury and now spends most of it's time stored in a cymbal vault in my temperature and humidity controlled studio. It's time to hand it off to someone who will enjoy it as much or more than I have.

Features & Details

• Brand: Paiste
• Series: Stambul (First-Generation, Swiss Production)
• Year: c. 1957 / 1958
• Size: 24" (Extremely rare size for this era)
• Weight: 2475g (Thin profile for a 24" ride)
• Alloy: Nickel-Silver (NiS / NS12)
• Stamp: Features the iconic late-1950s embossed Paiste "Wide Stamp" (Crescent Moon & Stars / Swiss Made) crisp and fully legible.

Condition Report (Please Read)This cymbal is in Very Good Vintage Player's Condition with zero structural damage.

• Mounting Hole: The original small 1950s bell hole has been cleanly and professionally widened to a modern 12mm standard. It is perfectly round, smooth, and fits modern cymbal stands. It has absolutely no keyholing or spider cracking.
• Cracks/Fleabites: Absolutely NO cracks, flea bites, or edge damage. The edges are smooth to the touch.
• Finish & Patina: 100% original, unpolished condition. It features a deep, honest patina, minor stick marks, and a couple of small, stable vintage corrosion spots (pictured). There are no harsh chemical cleanings or abrasive scratch marks.