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Ludwig heavy brass drums from the 1910s-1930s are beloved by recording studios and top musicians worldwide. Many dream of owning one, but fear they’ll never find one in good condition. The pursuit of this era’s sound, considered the pinnacle of vintage drums, can make finding a drum in satisfactory condition feel almost impossible. These golden-age heavy brass snare drums are lauded for their superior character, looks, and shell construction. However, nearly 100 years later, finding one without deterioration of parts or shell damage is extremely difficult. Especially for models with special specifications incorporating the cutting-edge technology and craftsmanship of the time, even seeing one on the market is practically a miracle. A truly artistic piece, handcrafted with exquisite carving. This drum boasts a breathtakingly alluring and elegant appearance, with a brass shell adorned with beautifully handcrafted scroll and arabesque patterns by skilled artisans, finished with a black nickel coating. It features a 15×5 inch, 10-lug design, a turning point in history. Despite its substantial 15-inch size, it was one of the first drums to adopt the 10-lug design, introduced around 1926, to facilitate easy tuning. This transitional specification is extremely valuable as a historical document. It features luxurious original parts from that era. The strainer is the highly regarded 338. Furthermore, the head is a rare cowhide head, luxuriously crafted to fit this particular instrument. Of course, the original hard case is also included. Each part resonates like an instrument, producing a special sound. One listen will immediately reveal its distinctly different character from modern instruments. From the shell to the hoops and bolts, every part resonates organically, resulting in the ultimate heavy brass sound. A 15-inch sculpted model in such mint condition and possessing such historical artistic value may never appear on the market anywhere else in the world again. We would like to entrust this prized piece to only professionals seeking the finest recording sound, or to those with a true aesthetic sense who wish to add a historical masterpiece to their collection. We do not undervalue merchandise or mark items as gifts. And international government regulations prohibit such behavior. About Importer’s Obligation. Thank you for your understanding.

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Rare Round Bottom Vintage Brass Fire Extinguisher made by Badger Fire Extinguisher Co. It has been partially polished but could fairly easily, be completely polished if so desired. These round bottomed extinguishers were produced because they were thought to be more efficient than flat bottomed ones but gradually fell out of favor and are very scarce today. This is not to be re-used, merely to be used for display. Round bottoms do not meet code. Also missing the Bell Skirt or the stand that holds it upright. Please see all photos for fuller description.

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These very rare solid brass bottle openers were only available when each of the Original US Hard Rock Cafes opened! I used to have about 10 different cities. Maui opened in 1991 and closed in 2016. This opener weighs 4.95 ounces and is about 2 5/8 in diameter.

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Makes a great pen holder for desk and conversation piece. The object in the image appears to be a component of a rotor cannon or a similar rotary mechanism, possibly from a miniature wargame like Warhammer 40,000. The product described is an antique brass rotor of some sort, measuring 2.5″ in height and 3″ in length. The item is very heavy and hard to identify, making it a unique and rare collectible for metalware enthusiasts. Although the specific purpose of the rotor is not clear, its sturdy brass construction and historical significance make it a valuable addition to any collection.

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Rare very hard to find Odyssey 5 Patinaed Pigtail Heat Cap. Create your own masterpiece Tiffany lamp. For those of you who know, this is an incredibly hard thing to find.

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Up for your consideration comes VERY RARE MARBLE’S SAFETY CARVER ALSO KNOWN AS A FOLDING CAMP CARVER. THIS IS A HARD TO FIND KNIFE IN ANY CONDITION. Made by the Marble`s Safety Axe Co. Overall length of knife closed is just over 8 1/2″ the blade alone is 7 7/8 “. CONDITION: Not bad at all, top part of safety clip is broke off as seen in photo, other then that, just shows age and some surface stains, tip of blade on one side has a light pitting spot. Fell free to ask any questions or the need for more photos. SEE MY OTHER KNIVES. We provide description of items based on the observation, research or provided information and try to answer all questions to the best of our ability. Thank you for looking.

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EXQUISITE ANTIQUE ART DECO 1930s NUMBERED PAIR PORCELAIN FIGURINES NUDES LADIES. The photos are super enlarged, you can see details imperceptible with the human eye. This stunning Czech jewelry brooch from Neiger Brothers is a very, very rare vintage piece. With its intricate design, the brooch features 6 snake heads – two large and four smaller ones (see photos)and a central opaque glass that simulates the scaly skin of a snake. The brooch measures 2.36·(6 cm) long by 1.37(3.5 cm) making it a unique and very hard to find item. It is an original piece and has not been certified. The brooch is made of brass (bronze) and is in very good vintage condition. Always expect minimal wear that is consistent with age. PLEASE read item description and ask any questions you may have before purchasing. I do my best to honestly describe everything accurately and try and show many clear, detailed photos to aid in description. Please keep in mind that most of my items are Antique and Vintage and may show some slight normal wear characteristic of use and age. I will tell you if I find any MAJOR defects or flaws in the description.

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Very Rare and hard to find, 1920s Depose Nautilus Shell Light Clips set of three. All petals are intact, and the brass clips and in good condition for their age. Two of them have the depose name engraved, and one does not. They all three do match, though. This is your chance to own a small piece of designer history. You better get them now before they’re gone. Once they are, you will be hard pressed to find them again. I dare you to try to find them elsewhere.

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In great condition, has some small dings, see pictures. Comes with all seen in pictures. Not sure the origin of the saxophone. Any questions please ask. Check out my other items. Be sure to add me to your favorites list.

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In great condition, has some small dings, see pictures. Comes with all seen in pictures. Not sure the origin of the saxophone. Any questions please ask. Check out my other items. Be sure to add me to your favorites list.

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