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GROVER CLEVELAND ALEXANDER PROFESSIONAL MODEL BAT
A Hillerich & Bradsby, Pre Model number bat dating from the 1917-1921 labeling period with the name ALEXANDER emblazoned upon the barrel. Exhibits heavy use with a handle crack and checking from repeated ball contact on the barrel. The bat also shows evidence of having been factory side written, containing the letters DER and a return date of 3 14 22, as well as the letters go Nat (for Chicago National League). During the first half of the 20th Century, it was commonplace for players to send a preferred model bat back to the factory to request models of the same type. Once at the factory, it would be planed and inscribed with the length, weight, player’s name, date received and team affiliation. Hall of Famer Grover Cleveland Alexander (1887-1950) pitched for the Chicago Cubs from 1918-1926, coinciding with the specific inscription and labeling period of the offered bat. Authenticated and graded by PSA/DNA GU 10
33 in.
32.2 oz.
A Hillerich & Bradsby, Pre Model number bat dating from the 1917-1921 labeling period with the name ALEXANDER emblazoned upon the barrel. Exhibits heavy use with a handle crack and checking from repeated ball contact on the barrel. The bat also shows evidence of having been factory side written, containing the letters DER and a return date of 3 14 22, as well as the letters go Nat (for Chicago National League). During the first half of the 20th Century, it was commonplace for players to send a preferred model bat back to the factory to request models of the same type. Once at the factory, it would be planed and inscribed with the length, weight, player’s name, date received and team affiliation. Hall of Famer Grover Cleveland Alexander (1887-1950) pitched for the Chicago Cubs from 1918-1926, coinciding with the specific inscription and labeling period of the offered bat. Authenticated and graded by PSA/DNA GU 10
33 in.
32.2 oz.