Thanks for all the comments fellas.
Ryan & Slingalud, I thought about a replica but even doing that, wouldn't be easy and will never be cheap. Where on earth will I find a candidate for a decent price? I also have serious doubts about the color match. Those AC Camco's are notorious for their fading. I bet that even on this one, you would be amazed when you remove one of the lugs.
In my book, a 1300$ snare drum is never a no-brainer but I can say that I'm in contact with the seller and I'm working on it.
Keep the reactions coming, I need all the mental support that I can get,...;)
Stef