Royal Cymbals 22″ Cymbal Craftsman NEFERTITI Ride Cymbal – 2471g

Here we have a Royal Cymbals – Cymbal Craftsman Nefertiti Style 22” Ride Handcrafted by Paul Francis!

Step into the lineage of legendary tone with this Cymbal Craftsman Nefertiti Style 22” Ride—a modern heir to one of jazz’s most iconic cymbal sounds. Painstakingly handcrafted by master cymbalsmith Paul Francis (formerly of Zildjian) in the USA, this cymbal pays tribute to the Tony Williams “Nefertiti” era ride that defined an entire generation of expressive jazz drumming.

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Craftsmanship & Sound

This 22” ride features a traditional, hand-lathed finish with a lightly textured surface, offering a warm, dry stick attack and a breathy, controlled wash that never overwhelms. With a buttery feel under the stick and a subtle, smoky crash when opened up, this cymbal delivers that elusive “old K” vibe—but with the integrity and consistency of modern boutique craftsmanship.

Every cymbal is individually tuned and signed by Paul Francis, ensuring each one offers a distinct voice that’s deeply musical, highly responsive, and built to age beautifully.

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Specs:

• Size: 22”

• Weight: 2471 grams

• Finish: Traditional

• Hammering: Fully hand-hammered, vintage-style profile

• Bell: Small to medium, integrated bell tone

• Timbre: Warm, articulate, dry stick with a controlled wash

• Ideal For: Jazz, fusion, singer-songwriter, acoustic, and session work

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Why Choose This Cymbal?

If you’re chasing that Tony Williams meets old Istanbul sound, this is the ride. Perfect for intimate clubs, recording sessions, and players who want depth without volume, control without dryness, and complexity without clutter.

These are made in extremely limited quantities and are rarely available used—so grab this one while it’s here.

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From the craftsman’s hands to your kit!