From the collection of Jeff Bernhardt of

Arlington, OH

 

	Here we have a beautiful 1978/1979  3-ply (with reinforcing rings) Maple Cortex kit.
	Another view.
	Close-up of the finish.  Remember this is a wrap.  Today they would just finish the top veneer.  In the 70s they used wood grained wraps.  There is actually a good reason for this.  Most natural finish wood drums don't gig well. They scratch and gouge too easily.  The wood wraps are much more durable.  The serial number gives a good idea as to the year.  It looks like 17472xx which would be approximately 1978/1979.
	Here's the snare with this kit.  Slightly different era.  Notice its the rounded B/O badge from the 80s.
	An updated picture of the kit under natural lighting while relaxing on the lawn.