I have tracked the prices of these old snares over the years, because I have a few. They are historically interesting, & great artifacts, but they are very disappointing sellers, & do not command much attention or $$. Guitar Center is very often Out of their Minds ! !

Yeah I was thinking the same thing. It uses those thick metal snare wires. Does pure sound make a replacement wire for these? Or should I stick with the original wires? How should I approach tuning it? Thanks!!