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Slingerland kit on Craingslist - value? Last viewed: 3 hours ago

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Hello everyone - I'm kinda new here so I'll do a little intro before I get to the point of this thread.

My name's Luke, I'm 15 and I've been drumming for almost 8 years. I've got two kits at the moment: a 1980 Corder maple kit, and a 1965 Cleveland Rogers Holiday kit w a matching Dynasonic snare. I really love classic rock and the great musicians that came along with that music. I'm always on the hunt for a real nice old kit to get my hands on, and this kit came up on Craigslist.

http://cleveland.craigslist.org/msg/4854510918.html

It's an old Slingerland kit that is from the 50s and looks pretty rough, but a little elbow grease could fix that up a bit Cool Dude I messaged the owner and haven't gotten a response about prices or sizes of drums. They appear to be a 16x26 bass, 9x13 tom, and a 5x14 snare. I'm just wondering if any of the Slingerland pros out here could help me a bit and tell me what a good range of price would be for this little kit. Thanks for the help in advance and I look forward to knowing everyone a little bit better soon!

IN SEARCH OF:
  • 1964-1966 Rogers 9x13 rack tom in silver sparkle. Beavertail lugs, flat grey Cleveland tag interior
  • 1964-1966 Rogers 22 OR 24x14 bass drum in silver sparkle. Beavertail lugs, flat grey Cleveland tag interior
  • 1959 Rogers Holiday 5x14 snare drum in blue sparkle. Serial number #13382. Large double sided bread and butter lugs. Part of my kit that was split up before I purchased it. Bring the snare home!
Posted on 10 years ago
#1
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Luke if this kit isn't that far away go get it these are radio kings with a radio king snare drum. the cymbals could also be vintage zildjians, ask the seller what he is looking to get if he isn't sure. try 400.00 first.

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 10 years ago
#2
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Luke, nice to meet you! I cant give a value of the kit as I am not an expert in any way. I just want to welcome you and commend you on a very appropriate introduction. I think it is real cool that you are a fan of classic rock and vintage drums. The seller had a very good intelligent Craigs list add and sounds like a good person to deal with. The drum look to be complete, I would grab them if I were you. Slingerland drums are awesome! Best of luck to you!


Thank you!
Jeff C

"Enjoy every sandwich" Warren Zevon
Posted on 10 years ago
#3
Posts: 1537 Threads: 117

Buy that kit. Drop dead killer original. Offer $500. With the pies I would go $1200. It is early 50's. Will clean up to near mint. If you are not interested please let me know. I am.

Thanks!

Creighton

Nothing special here but I like them.
Posted on 10 years ago
#4
Posts: 184 Threads: 36

From vintagemore2000

Luke if this kit isn't that far away go get it these are radio kings with a radio king snare drum. the cymbals could also be vintage zildjians, ask the seller what he is looking to get if he isn't sure. try 400.00 first.

Thanks for the quick replies, guys! I was wondering if that was a real Radio King set or if it just had a head with the RK stamp on it. I'll send him another message and ask him what he's looking to get outta it. For sure, it's about 45 minutes away if I'm not mistaken, so he's very close! I'll definitely make sure to ask him again.

IN SEARCH OF:
  • 1964-1966 Rogers 9x13 rack tom in silver sparkle. Beavertail lugs, flat grey Cleveland tag interior
  • 1964-1966 Rogers 22 OR 24x14 bass drum in silver sparkle. Beavertail lugs, flat grey Cleveland tag interior
  • 1959 Rogers Holiday 5x14 snare drum in blue sparkle. Serial number #13382. Large double sided bread and butter lugs. Part of my kit that was split up before I purchased it. Bring the snare home!
Posted on 10 years ago
#5
Posts: 184 Threads: 36

From Creighton

Buy that kit. Drop dead killer original. Offer $500. With the pies I would go $1200. It is early 50's. Will clean up to near mint. If you are not interested please let me know. I am.Thanks!Creighton

I'll keep you updated with what happens with this kit, next time he replies to me I'll let you know. If what he wants is out of my price range, you'll be the first to know!

IN SEARCH OF:
  • 1964-1966 Rogers 9x13 rack tom in silver sparkle. Beavertail lugs, flat grey Cleveland tag interior
  • 1964-1966 Rogers 22 OR 24x14 bass drum in silver sparkle. Beavertail lugs, flat grey Cleveland tag interior
  • 1959 Rogers Holiday 5x14 snare drum in blue sparkle. Serial number #13382. Large double sided bread and butter lugs. Part of my kit that was split up before I purchased it. Bring the snare home!
Posted on 10 years ago
#6
Posts: 1537 Threads: 117

Thanks! That is very kind.

Creighton

Nothing special here but I like them.
Posted on 10 years ago
#7
Posts: 2264 Threads: 83

Every vintage drum lover has got to own a Slingerland. Good luck.

The greatest gift you can give your family and the world is a healthy you. - Joyce Meyer
Posted on 10 years ago
#8
Posts: 184 Threads: 36

From Creighton

Thanks! That is very kind.Creighton

Creighton, I've got an update. I finally got ahold of the owner and what he's asking is fairly reasonable; he also said he's willing to negotiate. We're going to arrange a meeting tomorrow so I can look at them in person and negotiate a price.

IN SEARCH OF:
  • 1964-1966 Rogers 9x13 rack tom in silver sparkle. Beavertail lugs, flat grey Cleveland tag interior
  • 1964-1966 Rogers 22 OR 24x14 bass drum in silver sparkle. Beavertail lugs, flat grey Cleveland tag interior
  • 1959 Rogers Holiday 5x14 snare drum in blue sparkle. Serial number #13382. Large double sided bread and butter lugs. Part of my kit that was split up before I purchased it. Bring the snare home!
Posted on 10 years ago
#9
Posts: 1537 Threads: 117

Hope it goes well.

Creighton

Nothing special here but I like them.
Posted on 10 years ago
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