This drum was acquired through a trade-in and remains in original, unmodified condition.

  • Original shell
  • Original hardware
  • Original Blue & Olive badge
  • Original P85 throw-off
  • Original Ludwig butt plate
  • Original internal tone control muffler
  • No cracks observed
  • No spider-web stress fractures observed
  • Fully functional and ready to play

Please note: This drum has not been cleaned, polished, restored, refinished, or modified for sale.

The original hardware shows honest age-related wear throughout, including:

  • Pitting on various chrome components
  • Surface oxidation on hardware
  • Areas of rust present on the hoops
  • Areas of rust present on the P85 strainer
  • General aging consistent with a nearly 50-year-old vintage drum

The visible wear has been intentionally left untouched to preserve originality and allow the next owner to decide whether to conserve, clean, or restore the drum.

The shell remains structurally sound and presents very well overall.

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ConditionVery Good (Used)
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Brand
  • Vintage 1970s Ludwig Vistalite Smoke Black Snare Drum 14x6.5 Blue Olive Badge All Original
Model
  • Acrylic
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