Oct 20 1961 Ludwig ‘Pioneer’ 14x5” in Sky Blue Pearl
Pre-Serial Keystone badge with date stamp: Oct 20 1961
Legendary 3-ply shell - maple (inner), poplar, mahogany (outer) with maple reinforcing rings and white interior coating.
6 lug design
Original chrome over brass hardware including original first generation P83 strainer, internal dampener, butt end, bow tie lugs, tension rods and chrome over brass hoops!
The batter side hoop has a crack in it but is still holding up well. These chrome over brass hoops don’t often crop up, so for what it’s worth, I’ve not changed it out as they sound great. There is also some tarnishing on this hoop.
Original Sky Blue Pearl wrap is in great condition.
See all photos for condition.
Freshly cleaned in my workshop April 2026.
Fitted with used Remo Vintage Ambassador and Ambassador Snare Side and Puresound Custom Pro wires.
Oct 20 1961 Ludwig ‘Pioneer’ 14x5” in Sky Blue Pearl
Pre-Serial Keystone badge with date stamp: Oct 20 1961
Legendary 3-ply shell - maple (inner), poplar, mahogany (outer) with maple reinforcing rings and white interior coating.
6 lug design
Original chrome over brass hardware including original first generation P83 strainer, internal dampener, butt end, bow tie lugs, tension rods and chrome over brass hoops!
The batter side hoop has a crack in it but is still holding up well. These chrome over brass hoops don’t often crop up, so for what it’s worth, I’ve not changed it out as they sound great. There is also some tarnishing on this hoop.
Original Sky Blue Pearl wrap is in great condition.
See all photos for condition.
Freshly cleaned in my workshop April 2026.
Fitted with used Remo Vintage Ambassador and Ambassador Snare Side and Puresound Custom Pro wires.
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