Got in touch with a dude on Craigslist about his "vintage 1970s" Ludwig set. Upon asking him about the badge, I discover it's a Rocker set from probably 1984. I can forgive someone's lack of knowledge.........
but then I find that he has an older Craigslist post STILL UP ON THE SITE, for the same drum set - where he states the truth - that it's from the 80s!
Hmmmm
Then, I found his name online - he's a car salesman. Figures, huh?
Here are the two posts