1941 Slingerland Radio King

—New or used :     Used 

—Make :       Slingerland Snare Drum 

—Model :       Radio King 

—Serial Number :      Before serial numbers

—YEAR :        1941 

—Are you confident of the production year :     Yes – cloud badge indicates 1930-1940

—Place of origin :      Chicago, Ill. U.S.A. 

—Overall condition 1 THRU 10 :         9 

—Drum size :          8 X 14

—Number of lugs per hoop :   8 

—Describe overall condition in detail :           Excellent condition, very clean, original gold sparkle wrap, clean interior, Clean nickel  hardware, No extra holes on shell, Original snare wires,  tarnish on all nickel plating,  tight wrap small gap at seam 

—Material of Shell :           One piece steam bent solid maple shell  with maple reinforcing rings 

—Color:        Gold sparkle 

—Condition of Lacquer/Finish :      VERY GOOD/ NEAR MINT, ORIG.FINISH, NO EXTRA HOLES, small gap at seam.

—Repairs previously done :              None – Only cleaned and replaced snare side head with Remo brand. 

—Repairs needed :         None 

—Describe any non-original or replaced parts:          REMO brand snare side head. 

—List any missing pieces:             No missing parts 

—Other features/info:     Clam shell strainer,  Engraved top hoop, Radio King top head with logo,  Unbelievable classic sounding wood 68 YEAR OLD snare drum. 

—Describe any accessories or extras included:       None