1965 Ludwig Downbeat Snare

$650.00

  • Year: 1965
  • Manufacturer: Ludwig
  • Model: Downbeat Snare
  • Case: None
  • Color: Black Diamond Pearl
  • Condition: Very Good
  • Description: This 4" X 14" snare with black diamond pearl finish is in excellent condition. It has the date Aug 14, 1965 stamped on the interior. The snare wires and Ludwig WeatherMaster snare side head both appear to be original. One of the snare wires is slightly bent. The batter side head is a Remo Sound Master, probably added in the 70s. The chrome P-80 Pioneer downbeat throwoff is in excellent condition and works perfectly. The snare features eight horizontal piccolo or "Be-Bop" lug tension casings and triple-flanged hoops. The original damper is missing. The keystone badge is engraved with the serial number, 195150.