Pre-Owned K Zildjian & Cie Constantinople 11.5" Crash – c.1940s–1950s – Vent-Hole Modified – 400 g

Vintage K Zildjian & Cie Constantinople crash from the Turkish era, later modified with vent holes for a faster, drier response. At 400 g, it behaves like a thin crash/trash-splash with gritty old-K complexity—great as a stack topper, aux hi-hat top, or character FX for recording.

Key Features

• Old K Constantinople stamp (Made in Turkey) — pre-1957 era

• 11.5" / 400 g thin plate: quick attack, short decay

• Vent/EFX holes around the cup for a trashier bite and reduced sustain

• Distinct, complex timbre typical of vintage Turkish Ks

• Works beautifully as a stack component or mini-hats top

Why Choose

Looking for a compact cymbal with true vintage K character but tailored for modern FX roles? This one delivers crisp attack, fast decay, and a gritty shimmer that sits neatly in a mix—ideal for producers and drummers building creative stacks or quiet auxiliary setups.

Specifications

• Type: Crash / Effects Cymbal (Vintage)

• Series / Era: K. Zildjian & Cie Constantinople (Old Turkish K)

• Approx. Date: c.1940s–1950s

• Diameter: 11.5"

• Weight: 400 g

• Alloy: Cast bronze (B20)

• Profile: Traditional bell (see photos)

• Finish: Traditional, vintage patina and lathing

• Modifications: Eight vent/EFX holes around the cup

• Country of origin: Turkey

• Condition: Pre-owned, fair — small edge split and short hairline at the center hole/bell; cosmetic marks consistent with age. Priced/sold as a player’s FX cymbal. Fully playable in stack/aux roles.

• Included: Cymbal only