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Kent snare drum Last viewed: 5 hours ago

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Hi, just got this snare drum, don't know much about Kent, need to clean it all up but really like the duco finish..any idea on the year please or any other information ?.The tin foil badges were white with gold lettering during the 50’s and early 60’s.. is all have found out so far...

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Posted on 12 years ago
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Be aware that if you remove the lugs & strainer they are likely to pull some chunks of the Duco off. This finish can be very fragile, & the hardware often sticks to the finish. Inspect it carefully, & decide whether you think it best to clean around, instead of removing the parts. Good luck.

http://www.coopersvintagedrums.com/kentmuseum1000.htm

Posted on 12 years ago
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"D" nice little snare you got.The snare is from mid 60's it looks to be in good condition.But the only thing i see wrong or missing on the drum is that the strainer is missing the handle...Mikey

Posted on 12 years ago
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From tdennis

Be aware that if you remove the lugs & strainer they are likely to pull some chunks of the Duco off. This finish can be very fragile, & the hardware often sticks to the finish. Inspect it carefully, & decide whether you think it best to clean around, instead of removing the parts. Good luck. http://www.coopersvintagedrums.com/kentmuseum1000.htm

many thanks mate...yeah..will be very careful..thanks for the tip off and the link too

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Posted on 12 years ago
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From MIKEY777

"D" nice little snare you got.The snare is from mid 60's it looks to be in good condition.But the only thing i see wrong or missing on the drum is that the strainer is missing the handle...Mikey

Hey Mikey..hope you ok mate...mid 60's..thought it may have been late 50's mate..you are right-the strainer is missing on the handle..havent seen many kent snares about...are they easy to find in the states??

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Posted on 12 years ago
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Hey Mikey..hope you ok mate...mid 60's..thought it may have been late 50's mate..you are right-the strainer is missing on the handle..havent seen many kent snares about...are they easy to find in the states??

Hey,Dave yes these snare are easy to come by in the states..About 1/2 of them i see have the same problem with the strainer missing the handle....Mikey

Posted on 12 years ago
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I have two kent snares, with the same throw problem, I got help from a guy named mouse here in Bflo who specializes in Kent drums. I don't know if he's on this forum. Nice drum.

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Posted on 12 years ago
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From mcdrummer

I have two kent snares, with the same throw problem, I got help from a guy named mouse here in Bflo who specializes in Kent drums. I don't know if he's on this forum. Nice drum.

many thanks for the information...what are the wraps on your Kents??..really pleased you like my new addition..thanks mate

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Posted on 12 years ago
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From mcdrummer

I have two kent snares, with the same throw problem, I got help from a guy named mouse here in Bflo who specializes in Kent drums. I don't know if he's on this forum. Nice drum.

Yes I am MC, thanks. I own about 100 Kent snares, all the strainers are fine. If you know how it works you will never break the handle, a little lube is a good thing.

Hey Diamond, I was just in London in February, we also took a train up to Liverpool for the Beatles tour, best trip of my life, must get back soon!

PM me your address and I'll send you a new Kent strainer, from one mate to another, no cost to you.

Mouse

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Posted on 12 years ago
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Your Kent drum reminds me of my Revere drum made by Kent. I also have a Kent drumset that I rescued last year.

Jeff C

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Posted on 12 years ago
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