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FRED MERKLE PROFESSIONAL MODEL BAT
An un-cracked, Spalding, Pre Model bat dating from the 1911-15 labeling period with the name MERKLE emblazoned upon the barrel. Exhibits heavy use with many ball marks on the left and back barrel, cleat marks on the left barrel, a paint ring is visible on the upper handle and a letter E is carved into the knob. Fred Merkle (1888-1956) known for his infamous base running ‘boner’ in 1908, played for the New York Giants from (1907-16) coinciding with the labeling period of the offered bat. Authenticated and graded by PSA/DNA GU 8.
35 in.
40 oz.
An un-cracked, Spalding, Pre Model bat dating from the 1911-15 labeling period with the name MERKLE emblazoned upon the barrel. Exhibits heavy use with many ball marks on the left and back barrel, cleat marks on the left barrel, a paint ring is visible on the upper handle and a letter E is carved into the knob. Fred Merkle (1888-1956) known for his infamous base running ‘boner’ in 1908, played for the New York Giants from (1907-16) coinciding with the labeling period of the offered bat. Authenticated and graded by PSA/DNA GU 8.
35 in.
40 oz.