Artisan products of the highest quality craftsmanship.
Handmade in the U.S.A.
Drums
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Loyal Drums provides handmade artisan products to premier military and civilian organizations worldwide. Our customers include military bands, pipe bands, fife and drum corps, and other professional and volunteer ensembles.
We are dedicated to the idea of American craftsmanship. Most of our products are designed and created in the U.S.A. by founder Dave Loyal and a small team of veterans. A long-time member of the traditional fife and drum community, Dave is also an alumnus of the United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, a premier band of the U.S. Military. Through extensive research and experience, Loyal Drums has built a foundation on traditional methods blended with the innovations of modern technology.
Loyal Drums is a veteran owned and operated business.
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Military Model Snare Sling
$150.00 USD
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Our Military Model Snare Sling is a custom design that incorporates a front buckle that is easily and quickly adjusted to the perfect length, even after those quick uniform changes.
This model is used extensively by the Premier Bands of the United States Military, as well as military and civilian ensembles worldwide.
All slings are lined with light colored suede that shields the wearer from the dyed face leather, helping to protect uniforms and acting as a grip to keep the sling in place. As with all natural products, the shades of dye in leather can vary slightly from product to product.
This product is handmade in the U.S.A!
Note: All of our leather products are handmade to order. Please allow 2 weeks production time.
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The slings are measured from the hook where the ring contacts the drum hardware, across the back, over the right shoulder, and to the point of origin. Our slings were measured on the inside(pictured on outside for clarity). There is an extra hole or two cut on the sling for a bit more adjustment in a pinch, but the following are the recommended adjustments.
- Small 50"-54” (127-137cm)
- Medium 53.5"-59” (136-150cm)
- Large 57.5"-63.5” (146-161cm)
- X-Large 60.5"-67.5” (154-171cm)
* For orders with the Solid 2” ring option, please subtract 2” from the listed overall measurements.
All sizes are approximate. Split sizes available upon request.
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Military Ring Carry
Carry Tab
Solid 2" Ring
Military Model Bass Harness
$225.00 USD
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Military Model Bass Drum Harnesses are made for a 2, 3, or 4 point attachment to the drum. They incorporate a wide “weight belt” that increases back support and midline stability. One belt attachment is included for use on 2 or 3 hook drums.
This model is used extensively by the Premier Bands of the United States Military, as well as military and civilian ensembles worldwide.
All slings are lined with light colored suede that shields the wearer from the dyed face leather, helping to protect uniforms and acting as a grip to keep the sling in place. As with all natural products, the shades of dye in leather can vary slightly from product to product.
This product is handmade in the U.S.A!
Note: All of our leather products are handmade to order. Please allow 2 weeks production time.
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Our Military Model Bass Drum Harness has a widely adjustable belt with a range from 30” to 46".
The shoulder straps length are sized:
- Small 32.5” (83cm)
- Medium 35” (89cm)
- Large 37.5” (95cm)
- X-Large 40” (102cm)
Shoulder measurements for the harness start from the hip, near the top of the wearer’s pants. This point is roughly 7” from the center of the lower back.
The end of the measurement is the hook, where the clip attaches to the drum. In this case, 37.5”.
Custom lengths are available based on these measuring points. You can add the waist size, and your custom shoulder measurement as a comment on your order, or send us an email, and we’ll help you get sized!
Tribute Model Snare Sling
$150.00 USD
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Our Tribute Model Snare Sling is designed to have simple clean lines. The Tribute Model is adjustable by means of a hidden buckle located on the back of the sling.
All slings are lined with light colored suede that shields the wearer from the dyed face leather, helping to protect uniforms and acting as a grip to keep the sling in place. As with all natural products, the shades of dye in leather can vary slightly from product to product.
This product is handmade in the U.S.A!
Note: All of our leather products are handmade to order. Please allow 2 weeks production time.
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The Tribute Model Snare Slings are sized in the same way as the Military Model Snare Sling. They are measured from the hook where the ring contacts the drum hardware, across the back, over the right shoulder, and to the point of origin. Our slings were measured on the inside(pictured on outside for clarity). There is an extra hole or two cut on the sling for a bit more adjustment in a pinch, but the following are the recommended adjustments.
- Small 48.5"-55” (123-140cm)
- Large 55”-63” (140-160cm)
* For orders with the Solid 2” ring option, please subtract 2” from the listed overall measurements.
All sizes are approximate. Split sizes available upon request.
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Military Ring Carry
Carry Tab
Solid 2" Ring
Highland Model Tenor Sling
$150.00 USD
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Our Highland Model Tenor Sling is a custom design that incorporates a front buckle that is easily and quickly adjusted to the perfect length, even after those quick uniform changes. The Tenor sling is similar to our Military Model Snare Sling, but is 2.5” wide instead of 3”. This provides more comfort for the visual elements of Tenor drumming. This sling is also regularly used as a snare drum sling, and may offer more comfort for smaller players.
All slings are lined with light colored suede that shields the wearer from the dyed face leather, helping to protect uniforms and acting as a grip to keep the sling in place. As with all natural products, the shades of dye in leather can vary slightly from product to product.
This product is handmade in the U.S.A!
Note: All of our leather products are handmade to order. Please allow 2 weeks production time.
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The Highland Model Snare Slings are measured in the same way as the Military Model Snare Sling (pictured). They are measured from the hook where the ring contacts the drum hardware, across the back, over the right shoulder, and to the point of origin. Our slings were measured on the inside (pictured on outside for clarity). There is an extra hole or two cut on the sling for a bit more adjustment in a pinch, but the following are the recommended adjustments.
- Small 50"-54” (127-137cm)
- Medium 53.5"-59” (136-150cm)
- Large 57.5"-63.5” (146-161cm)
- X-Large 60.5"-67.5” (154-171cm)
* For orders with the Solid 2” ring option, please subtract 2” from the listed overall measurements.
All sizes are approximate. Split sizes available upon request.
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Solid 2" Ring
Military Ring Carry
Carry Tab
Featured Testimonial
“The Loyal Drum slings are a thing of beauty! The craftsmanship is amazing and everything from the stained leather to the buckle to the hook is as good as it gets. The slings are built so well that each one will become an heirloom for several generations!”
— Dr. John Wooten, Director of Percussion Studies, University of Southern Mississippi