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MAX CAREY PROFESSIONAL MODEL BAT
A Hillerich & Bradsby, Pre Model number bat dating from the 1923 labeling period with the signature Max Carey emblazoned upon the barrel. Exhibits heavy use with a handle crack repaired with five nails, some checking (grain swelling) from repeated ball contact on the back barrel repaired with two nails, a light coat of gripping substance on the handle and the remnants of a mailing label. The bat also shows evidence of having been factory side written though it is no longer legible. 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 Max Carey (1890-1976) played for the Pittsburgh Pirates from 1910-1926, during the labeling period of the offered bat. Authenticated and graded by PSA/DNA GU 7.5.
35 in.
38.6 oz.
A Hillerich & Bradsby, Pre Model number bat dating from the 1923 labeling period with the signature Max Carey emblazoned upon the barrel. Exhibits heavy use with a handle crack repaired with five nails, some checking (grain swelling) from repeated ball contact on the back barrel repaired with two nails, a light coat of gripping substance on the handle and the remnants of a mailing label. The bat also shows evidence of having been factory side written though it is no longer legible. 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 Max Carey (1890-1976) played for the Pittsburgh Pirates from 1910-1926, during the labeling period of the offered bat. Authenticated and graded by PSA/DNA GU 7.5.
35 in.
38.6 oz.