Thanks for the info. I thought the lugs looked kinda Exportish. World Series, eh?

I don't know if you're even on the forum anymore but I'm giving it a shot. I just got this steel snare drum and can't find anything like it anywhere. NO info on age or model. Made in Japan and...

Thanks TM. I've taken it apart and thoroughly cleaned the hoops and hardware. The shell is getting a "rust" patina thanks to my business, CopperState Drums. I'm going for a real industrial look. ...

I'm guessing no one knows.

They are from a Premier model 2000. The Royal Ace clips on with no screw holes at all.

Thanks for the feedback. Because it was made in Japan I was thinking it may be older than you estimate. I'll take some pics of the throw and butt and post them. Reason I bought it was to rust it...

I've searched all over and can't find one like it. Was it only available outside the U.S.? I bought it to refurbish and would like to know more about what it is. Thanks. JW

It's steel and made in Japan. Have searched and can't find one like it anywhere. Any idea on model? Year?