Vintage Early 1980s Premier Royale / APK 10" x 10" Rack Tom Shell
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Early 1980s (Made in England, Serial #00637)
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10" diameter x 10" depth (Power Tom size)
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Mahogany / Lauan with factory black-painted interior
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Gloss Black Wrap
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Stripped shell with original factory badge intact
Condition & History
This rare 10" x 10" tom shell is in solid shape overall. The original Premier badge (Serial #00637) is intact, and the gloss black wrap shows well. In typical early '80s Premier fashion, the factory lug hole routing isn't the prettiest, but all mounting points are original and functional. This drum came bare, but if you need a mounting bracket to get started, let me know (I may have a one floating around my shop.)
Finding these early '80s 10" add-on power toms can be next to impossible. If you’ve got a set of Premier individual lugs sitting in a parts bin (or an extra drum to rob them from) this is the ultimate chance to expand your vintage kit!
My Thoughts
These early UK-made Royale/APK mahogany shells have cool unique tone, especially with the painted interiors. If you don't have original Premier lugs, this shell is a prime candidate make a custom mini-snare.