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Military side drum

This instrument is associated with The Band of the King's Division. It is a military side drum with emblazoned wooden shell and chrome-plated hardware. It has 14-inch synthetic heads (Premier Percussion SD Heavy Batter), a rod-tensioning system with metal counterhoops and double-sided wall lugs (8 rods), and a parallel action snare with lever.

  • Date:
    2006–10
  • Maker:
    G. Potter & Co [Corporation]
  • Collection:
    Museum of Army Music
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  • Place of production:
    Aldershot (Timezone: Europe/London)
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  • Decorative elements:Heraldic emblazonment of the Band of The King's Division, with Royal Coat of Arms and respective badges.
  • Inscriptions:Black metal plate: George Potter & Co / PHONE ALDERSHOT 22100 (and) ALDERSHOT, ENGLAND. (and) GRAMS POTTER ALDERSHOT (and stamped: 6 95)|Metal plate on vent hole: Premier / England|Ink stamp on batter head: PREMIER/SD / Heavy Batter
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  • Repository:Museum of Army Music
  • Measurements:Height: 315mm; Diameter: 375mm