This set is made from different premier kits all from the same era, then rewrapped by an expert drum maker and refurbisher Eddie Ryan (Please look him up if you need to) in February 2010. The wrap is Delmar red Sparkle in new condition, not a scratch on it the hardware varies in condition but all very good. The kit has hardly been played since Eddie rewrapped and refurbished it as the heads were put on at the end of the refurb.
The iconic 2x 22” bass drums, 4x 16” floor toms and 4x14” toms with a 14x5 Snare.
The set is Birch with beech re-rings, Two of the 14” toms are Mahogany with beech re-rings and so are the 22” bass drums.
To make the kit as original to Keith's some of the toms have been re-mounted meaning the tom mounts have been moved to another position and holes have been filled. This is also applicable to the air vents to make the badges on the outward face of each tom.
All have the correct fittings and badges, slotted heads and diecast hoops.
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Snare 14x5 - Original Royal Ace internal strainer system has been taken out and replaced with a much easier to use throw system. 8 Lug, holes have then been filled (very well done by Eddie). Eddie Label present 12/02/2010.
14x8, 8 lug Toms also known as tuna can toms. Some of the drums have been adapted so the tom mount is in the correct place, Some have a badge move see description below.
14x8 - Birch shell, Grey double tone control. A few scratches on the chrome. Wrap is mint, badge is clean. Eddie sticker 08/2/2010
14x8 - Mahogany shell beech rings, double tone control, One small hole from the previous air vent has been filled. Scratch on the bearing edge re-ring. Eddie Label 10/02/2010,
14x8 Mahogany shell Beech rings, single tone control. Three holes filled from the tom holder move and a refilled hole from air vent, Eddie label 10,02,2010
14x8 Birch shell, Single tone control, holes filled from previous badge holes and tom holder plate. Eddie label 10/02/2010
22x14 Mahogany bass drums - Both have felt over the resonant heads. They have the connecting tom arms (which work well) slightly difficult to get the angle.
The ‘The’ Bass drum - Mahogany shells with beech rings. Spurs have been moved from the back of the kit to the front then the holes from the spurs have been filled. Eddie Sticker 12/02/2010. Bearing edges are good.
The ‘Who’ Bass drum - Eddie sticker 15/02/2010 Birch shell beech rings. Few marks on the inside of the kit.
Original spurs that work smoothly in nice condition.
The Floor toms are all pre international sizes. All with 10 lugs. Cast hoops slotted rods with good condition bearing edges.
16x15 - 10 Lug Birchshell, Double Grey tone control, some wear and rusting the leg mounts. Missing 7x original bottom lug screws. Eddie label 12/02/2010 present but faded.
16x18 - Birch shell Single tone control, 10 Lug. better condition on mounts. Eddie Label 11/02/2010 (My Birthday!). Faded Red on the Premier badge and some scratches.
16x15 - Birch shell, single tone dampener, pitting on one of the lugs. Eddie label 11/02/2010.
16x18 - Birch shell, some double tone control scratching on premier badge.
Tom arms work well, mostly original wing nuts 2 are different but still work. Bass drum connection mounts are the same as tom mounts.
It's a great kit and you won't be disappointed! As a drum restorer myself this kit is very well done and holds are homage to the craftsmanship Eddie Ryan was renowned for.
At this moment due to the size of the kit its collection is only from Bridgenorth West Midlands. If you are interested internationally please send a message we could possibly arrange postage.
Many thanks for reading all that,
Ellis at Conundrum.
Any questions or other photos please ask.