This is a Ludwig "Pioneer" snare dating from 1962. A previous owner had done a not very good refinishing job on it (see the "before" pictures; I stripped it to the bare wood and had it rewrapped (by Tom Wells of Wells Custom Drums) with a replica of the "Blue Oyster Pearl" wrap that was one of the options Ludwig had for this snare in the early 1960's. These drums have a 3 ply shell with re-rings. Hardware appears to be all original with the exception of the batter side hoop.

Available through Dave's Drum Shop in Ottawa - www.davesdrumshop.com