I know this is a loaded question, but ...
I have the opportunity to buy an 8 lug snare that is the same brand and color of a kit I'm restoring. Here's the kicker, the serial number is only 39 higher than my bass drum from the kit. I already have a 6 lug snare that came with my kit. Unfortunately, I'll probably need to pay over the current market price, because it is in original condition. I know, how can that be unfortunate. The snare and my kit were probably built on the same day and sat in the warehouse next to each other. To think after 48 years, they might have the opportunity to meet again. Man that was pathetic.
I really don't need it, but a lot of members wait forever to find matching serial number drums. Crap! I guess I know where I'm going today. Ugh!
At least I don't gamble. ;)
-Tim