These are my three kits as of Dec 22 09 with the new addition of the 1958 Gretsch 4pc in Gold Sparkle wrap. I tucked Calf hide onto custom fitted wood flesh-hoops (toms both heads - snare batter only). BD heads are Evans EMAD & Gretsch Ebony Logo as you can see - in the dark) - daytime photo in my signature.
Complete set of Valje congas including bongos - bought new in 1977
6pc Gretsch Renown Purewood African Mahogany shellpack (issued in 2007)
AND - my dream kit! 1958 Gretsch 4pc in Gold Sparkle - these were horribly neglected when I bought them locally Sept 09. I finished the restore just before Christmas.
Complete set of Valje congas including bongos - bought new in 1977
6pc Gretsch Renown Purewood African Mahogany shellpack (issued in 2007)
AND - my dream kit! 1958 Gretsch 4pc in Gold Sparkle - these were horribly neglected when I bought them locally Sept 09. I finished the restore just before Christmas.