Detail 01
Seamless 1.2mm solid aluminum shell
Defines the Aviator’s shell material and thickness.

Independent shopping perspective
The Aviator is British Drum Co.’s 14 x 6.5-inch aluminum snare, made with a seamless 1.2mm solid aluminum shell. Its voice is described as dry and controlled, with enough sensitivity across a broad dynamic range to bring out quiet ghost notes as well as a forceful backbeat. The shell has an anodized finish, an inverted centre bead, and Palladium hardware, with a cherry-veneer detail built into the badge.

Strong match
What matters in use
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 01
Defines the Aviator’s shell material and thickness.
Detail 02
States the drum’s diameter and depth.
Product questions
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It is described as sensitive over a wide dynamic range.
The drum has a seamless 1.2mm solid aluminum shell.
Reference
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