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Vintage Stick Thread! Last viewed: 3 hours ago

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I know there are (were) lots of vintage stick sizes and styles. A buddy of mine has a whole bag of vintage sticks that he got with a vintage kit. He was kind enough to let me grab a few a pairs. I pulled out two "Ludwig Pencil Models", a "Ludwig Joe Morello Model" and a "Ludwig Jo Jones 12A Model".

I love these sticks! They were a little blemished and the tips just needed some light sanding to firm them back up, but I really love these sticks! The Jo Jones models were actually split near the tips on both. I put a bunch of woodworker's glue in the split and left clamps on them overnight, then sanded away the rest of the glue with some 220 grit. Not perfect, but serviceable! Much lighter and shorter than today's models (except Bopworks....see below). The Jo Jones sticks clock in at just over 14 inches long!

I am familiar with Bopworks sticks and own numerous pairs, luckily there is a dealer 4 miles from my house! These remind me a lot of Bopworks (which makes sense, because Bopworks was inspired by vintage sticks), but these are even cooler, because they have serious mojo! What are some of your favorite vintage stick models? I know there is a pretty comprehensive list on the Bopworks website of vintage stick models, but I am not too familiar with this subject. Any of them have a "cult" like following (like an Old K does for cymbals)?

I remember back in the late 80's I had a few pair of a Ludwig Roy Haynes model with a nylon tip. I remember the Ludwig logo and the lettering on the stick was a really shiny, almost electric looking, blue. Darn, I wish I still had some of those!

Anyways, please share your favorite vintage sticks, stories, good finds, fond memories etc.

P.S. Anyone know what the deal is with Bopworks status now? I had heard that they had gotten sued over something and had to shut down for awhile. My guess is that it was over the Gene Krupa signature model, because now on the Bopworks website, the name of the stick is now the "40's Swing Classic" model. According to their my space blog, they are back up and running, producing one model at a time. I had also heard that they were going to introduce an Art Blakey signature model. Anyone have any inside scoop on Bopworks?

Thanks!

Posted on 14 years ago
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One more thing:

At the risk of sounding like Jerry Seinfeld: "What's The Deal With Ridiculous Pricing on ebay for Vintage Sticks?"

I recently saw 6 pair of unused/sealed bag Buddy Rich Model Slingerland sticks (in the Slingerland factory box) on ebay and they Buy It Now price was $989.00. Yes, $989!! For that price, I better SOUND like Buddy for as long as I play those sticks!

I know there are always vintage sticks on ebay, but never less than $20 a pair (or so it seems). Hey, I love vintage sticks, but certainly not THAT much!

Posted on 14 years ago
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There`s a sucker born every day !!

It`s a drum,.....Hit It !!

.....76/#XK9207 Phonic Sound Machine D454/D-505 snares !i
Posted on 14 years ago
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NOS buddy Rich sticks bring big bucks, but not that big of bucks, that seller has been running that price for a long time! but vintage rosewood sticks bring big bucks also, I was lucky to get a pair of Barrett Deems sticks on the cheap but they usually sale for good money also any real NOS especially unopened in the bag stick will set you back a few dollars.

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 14 years ago
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ive started accumulating vintage sticks and brushes myself. didnt really mean to. just found a deal a few times and got them. i bought a package deal last week that had a ludwig and ludwig stick in it. ive got maybe 25 pairs of vintage sticks. i too love the way they play. i noodle around with them sometimes. just dont wanna break them. i have one pair that i need to try to find a modern relacement for. they are that good! i use my wife's hair ties to double tie the matching pairs together.

mike

Posted on 14 years ago
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I have an old pair of Ludwig Ray Baudic sticks.They came with a 1965 Supraphonc I found on Craigslist

Posted on 14 years ago
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When I buy a pair of new sticks, I am very careful to make sure the are straight ( I roll them around on a flat surface) and to make sure they are the same pitch by knocking them together (preferably high - more dense)

How do you make sure the vintage sticks you purchase are playable?

50's Gretsch RB 13/16/20 w/Matching Snare Midnight Blue Pearl
60's Gretsch Jasper RB Progressive Jazz Silver Sparkle
Rogers Dayton Top Hat Silver Glass Glitter w/Powertone
'65 Ludwig Super Classic 12/13/16/16/22 Blue Sparkle with Supraphonic 400 Rescue Kit
Slingerland Pre-Badge/Pre-Vent Hole 12/14/18 Blue Agate Pearl w/Matching Snare
No-name MIJ 12/16/20 Red Sparkle Rescue Kit
Tama Starclassic Birch 6-piece Red Aztec Fade w/Matching Snare
Posted on 14 years ago
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I don't play or use My vintage sticks to valuable as History artifacts and cost wise.

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 14 years ago
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I have a few....

One stick from Todd Trent that was given to him by Alex Van Halen

A drumstick from "The Chief" that I got from David (Webmaster)

2 pairs of Bermuda Schwartz personal sticks

WFL "Barrett Deems" 3A

Gretsch 7A Nylon tip and butt

Ludwig Metal tip

Bun E. Carlos person sticks

Ludwig 11A ( in wrapper )

Ludwig Dino Danelli 2A (in wrapper )

Slingerland 19A Barrett Deems

Roger Earl (Foghat) personal sticks (Pro-Marks. Given to my by my cousin)

Ludwig Ed Thigpen 8A

I didn't set out to collect, it just started.

Its better to have people think you're an idiot, than to open your mouth and prove them wrong, unless you doubt yourself then speak away....
Posted on 14 years ago
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ive been looking for some old ludwig 8a's for a long time. if you ever run across another set, please keep me in mind. thanks!

mike

Posted on 14 years ago
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