Vintage 1960s Gretsch RB Drum Set Blue Sparkle All original! Wow! Start Price USD 2,995.00 Current Price USD 2,995.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, September 04, 2008 End Time Thursday, September 11, 2008 Location Denver, CO See more about 'Vintage 1960s Gretsch RB Drum Set Blue Sparkle ' Description Here's a vintage 1960s Gretsch Blue Sparkle kit in excellent condition. Round badges; 13/16/22 sizes with matching 5x14 snare; 6-ply shells. All original. Chrome is in excellent condition; snare and toms have original Gretsch diecast rims top and bottom. All wraps are original and all seams are nice and tight (I repaired some loose seams; see below). Bearing edges are all in excellent shape. Here's what you get: 5x14 snare drum: No inner label or serial number. Micro strainer is in perfect working condition. Snares are original. Muffler felts are the rectangular type. Seam had a couple loose spots but has been repaired. Gretsch drum key included. 9x13 tom: No inner label or serial number. Has several minor scuffs between the muffler knobs, as shown in photo. That is the most serious and visible damage of the entire kit. Muffler felts are the rounded type. No loose spots, dings, or cracks. Batter head is an original Gretsch Broadkaster calfskin head in excellent condition. 16x16 floor tom: Orange paper tag says model # 4418; Serial Number 40478. Excellent condition. Has a few very minor scuffs and scratches consistent with gentle use. Seam had a couple loose spots but has been repaired. No dings or cracks. Muffler felts are the rectangular ype. Batter head is an original Gretsch coated head; reso head is a clear Remo Ambassador. Original Gretsch legs included. 14x22 bass drum: No inner label or serial number. Excellent condition. Has a few very minor scuffs and scratches consistent with gentle use.  No loose spots, dings, or cracks. Original rail mount and telescoping spurs included. Hoops have been repainted. The inlay on the batter hoop has a gap of approximately 3/8 inch, but can be completely hidden behind a claw. See closeup. Seams had a couple loose spots but have been repaired. Batter head is a clear Powerstroke-type head with Gretsch logo. The reso head is a brand-new Remo Powerstroke with Gretsch logo sticker. Gretsch Floating Action bass drum pedal Gretsch hi-hat stand (missing clutch) Gretsch hex key for tightening the rail mount. Terms of Sale: By bidding on this item you accept the following terms: Item sold strictly as-is. All sales are final. No refunds, returns, or exchanges. I will combine shipping for multiple purchases. Winning bidder must contact me within 3 days of end of auction. I must receive payment within 7 days of end of auction or you forfeit the deal. No exceptions. This kit will be shipped in two packages. No exceptions. Shipping and handling to the Continental US will range between $55.00 and $75.00, depending on your proximity to Denver, via FedEx Ground. Alaska and Hawaii will be higher. I accept PayPal and US Postal money orders. Shipping to Canada will range between $75.00 and $125 per FedEx. I require payment of the FedEx customs/duty fees in advance of shipment; I will provide an estimate of that fee upon request. International transactions are welcome, but the package size exceeds US Postal Service size limitations. I will ship international by private carrier, but that will cost you approximately $500.00, maybe more. Please contact me for a shipping quote. Please contact me if you have any questions. Happy bidding and good luck! Place a Bid!