1940's Gretsch 'Broadkaster' in Midnight Blue Pearl - 9x13, 16x16, 14x24

Name: 1940's Gretsch 'Broadkaster' in Midnight Blue Pearl - 9x13, 16x16, 14x24
Brand: Nelson Drum Shop
Price: 2199.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

$2,199.99 USD

1940's Gretsch 'Broadkaster' in Midnight Blue Pearl - 9x13, 16x16, 14x24 You don't see this era of Gretsch everyday, rare occasion! If you haven't played a rocket lug gretsch kit,… Read more

You don't see this era of Gretsch everyday, rare occasion! If you haven't played a rocket lug gretsch kit, it's a shop favorite! 3ply shells - maple/poplar/maple.

9x13: All is original. All clips are OG. Original rocket lug lugs. Original badge is in good shape! Both OG internal mufflers are intact & function as should. Original diamond clip mount is still there, as well. The wrap has some heavy wear - see images - worst of it is the chunk of wrap thats no longer there. More than likely, that section of wrap is wear from rubbing against the snare or bass drum.

16x16: Two Slingerland clips that have been added to the reso side hoop. The floor tom legs are not original, as well. Original internal mufflers function smooth, no issue. Original leg mounts - thumbs screws have been replaced but all match and function well. Original badge. Original rocket lugs. The wrap has seen a lot of wear and use, lots of blemishing & scratches. There's 3 sections of the wrap on the seam that have chipped away at some point, no lift though, very snug. There's a few cigarette burns. This was somewhat common, especially in clubs...pretty awesome actually, well loved & well played.

14x24: Hoops & inlay are original but have been repainted. The gull-wing spurs were added at some point, they function as they should. The internal mufflers are Slingerland Radio king makes, super cool added feature. Original consulate, super cool! Diamond Gretsch cymbal arm mounts are original but the wings are not. Badge is OG. The wrap has heavy wear & sections where the wrap has chipped off. One section was painted i with some teal/grey paint, reso side of badge, see photo. Lots of scuffing on wrap & a section with a very thin small and stable split. T-rods and claws are all original.

See photos for further condition. Email with any questions. We ship worldwide! International buyers can email us for a quote!

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1940's Gretsch 'Broadkaster' in Midnight Blue Pearl - 9x13, 16x16, 14x24