Looks like you've landed a very nice Festival Model, that appears to be in great condition! These were more in Slingy's Student line, but the drums actually sound really good. They're a Chrome over Steel Shell that has a really funky seam, but as stated, the drum sounds really good. As far as what you paid, I've seen them go lower and seen them go higher, meaning, if you're happy it's money well spent! The catalog price for the 8 lug model in 1973 was $85 US...$6 extra for a nice vintage snare getting close to 40 years old isn't bad my friend!

Thanks Fungus..

That's reassuring..I knew someone would give me a clue.. these long distance purchases can be a bit confronting and I only spotted the auction minutes before it went off... no time for any research in this case.

I am really on the look out for a 70's 6 1/2 Slingerland COB in half decent condition to go with the "Thunder Down Under" outfit. Don't mind having to do some work on it though..

thats the fun of it..

Cheers,

John

Check the serial number on that badge.Up untill 72 Festival model drums had brass shells,so for about 2 years they were made with the black and silver niles badge,so you may have a brass drum.More than likely though its probably steel,but thet still sound pretty good.

Steve B

John, I know a member who has a 6 1/2x14 COB snare for sale at 150.00...P/M me if you like..he may ship over seas...Mikey

Steve, Thanks..

I'll get the magnet ready.. I'm getting excited now, either way..

Mikey..

Thanks..

I've sent you an email.. sounds Good..

Cheers

John

John, looks like a nice Festival you got there! Agree with Fungus, it actually is a good sounding snare....

Enjoy.Cool1

Thanks Vipuronr,

Any pic of your Festival on the site? I really dig your Sound King..

Cheers

John

So...did the magnet stick to the shell?

Steve B

I don't know the slingy very well.

But, greate score:D