Warranty | "gretsch drums are guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of original purchase through an authorized gretsch drum dealer. All warranty repair claims and evaluations must be directed to gretsch through an authorized dealer only. Authorized gretsch dealers are conveniently located throughout the u. S. And internationally. If a customer is unable to locate a local authorized dealer, we will advise the closest area dealer. Do not return gretsch products without going through a dealer. The dealer will receive a ""return authorization"" from us. The following conditions and limitations will apply on all gretsch percussion products: this warranty does not apply to: 1. Drums purchased from a source other than an authorized gretsch dealer. 2. Any owner other than the original purchaser. 3. Any defects caused by unreasonable use, neglect, moisture and/or temperature extremes, handling, shipping, or accidents. 4. Drums that have had any unauthorized alterations or modifications, or whose serial number has been altered or removed. 5. Natural wood finishes or normal color changes of wood or shell covering material. 6. Drum heads and sticks. 7. Incidental or consequential damages that arise as a result of or related to a defect in or failure of gretsch products. ". |