Restored Marching Brass Snare Drum - 1940s - Messing

If you are looking for a unique snare drum with a distinctive appearance and love that unforgettable vintage sound, this restored brass-shell snare from the 1940s is exactly what you need.

The beautifully preserved brass shell, featuring a unique patina, is perfectly complemented by added copper-colored lugs and 1960s-era Sonor hoops. The shell has a diameter of approximately 36 cm, to which modern synthetic drumheads fit perfectly. Because the Sonor hoops from that period were slightly oversized, an additional ring has been placed between the hoop and the drumhead, ensuring an optimal fit for both the heads and the shell. Gleaming gold-toned tension hardware, along with a vintage-style strainer and butt end, not only complete the look but also deliver that signature vintage sound and an ultimate playing experience with a touch of nostalgic charm.

The shell features additional holes drilled to accommodate the vintage strainer and lugs. The lugs and hoops may show minor paint chips, indentations, or variations in the finish—but it is precisely these signs of wear that give the snare its cohesive visual character. They allow this nearly century-old shell to shine with an authentic, sophisticated "aged" aesthetic. The photos and the YouTube video speak for themselves. A new 12-strand Dixon snare wire set fits perfectly into the original, narrow snare bed.

The snare is ready to play immediately.