Drum Dial or Tension Watch

[brandonv25]

Can anyone tell me which of these is better? Or are they basically the same just made by a different company? I thought maybe some people have had better luck with one than the other. Any comments and opinions are appreciated.

[scorch whammin]

I don't think there's much difference between the two...I prefer the DD.

[late8]

Both work the same but the DrumDial provides a spacer to keep the distance between the dial and the lug equal as you're tuning the head and the Tension Watch has no spacer and some have resorted using a coin to keep the distance between lug and the dial equal. If you decide to get the DrumDial, spend a few more to get the hard plastic case which comes with a piece of glass to calibrate it. If you can't afford the case, make sure you calibrate the dial on the flattest surface you can find before each use.

[marko138]

I use the TTW, but Rich is right. There's nothing on the dial itself to keep the distance consistent. I use 2 fingers between the dial and the hoop.

[Deedubs!]

The spacer option makes it a easy choice IMHO!

[Pearl MCX Man]

I have the TTW and because I use EC2 heads this makes it easy to use the dial cause I just follow the Edge Control ring around the outside of the head which is the right distance for the TTW. Now if I was using any other head then I would difenitly have to use something.

[Scottie_Guns]

I have a DD, and I just use a quarter or nickel. Easier and faster than adjusting the spacer, IMO, and easy to store!

[2gsmackfans]

I have the TTW also. its easy to use

[Pearl MCX Man]

The TTW is the Japanese version of the DD just like the Toyota FJ is the Japanese Hummer.LOL

[Deedubs!]

I have a DD, and I just use a quarter or nickel. Easier and faster than adjusting the spacer, IMO, and easy to store!

good idea!