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NEWT ALLEN PROFESSIONAL MODEL BAT
A Hillerich & Bradsby, Oil Tempered bat dating from the 1916-1922 labeling period with Schmelzer Arms Co. stamped in the knob. Exhibits heavy use with a nail-repaired handle crack, checking and ball marks. The bat also shows evidence of having been factory side written, containing the name Newton Allen in grease pencil, as well as written on the back barrel in ink. 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. Negro League great Newt Allen (1901-1988) played for the Schmelzer’s All Nations in 1922-23, coinciding with the specific inscription and labeling period of the offered bat. Authenticated by PSA/DNA.
34 in.
31.3 oz.
A Hillerich & Bradsby, Oil Tempered bat dating from the 1916-1922 labeling period with Schmelzer Arms Co. stamped in the knob. Exhibits heavy use with a nail-repaired handle crack, checking and ball marks. The bat also shows evidence of having been factory side written, containing the name Newton Allen in grease pencil, as well as written on the back barrel in ink. 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. Negro League great Newt Allen (1901-1988) played for the Schmelzer’s All Nations in 1922-23, coinciding with the specific inscription and labeling period of the offered bat. Authenticated by PSA/DNA.
34 in.
31.3 oz.