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LEFTY GROVE PROFESSIONAL MODEL BAT
A Hillerich & Bradsby, Pre Model number bat dating from the 1931 labeling period with the signature Lefty Grove emblazoned upon the barrel. Exhibits tremendous use with a crack in the center brand leading to the front barrel (which has been repaired with seven nails), checking (grain swelling) from repeated ball contact on the back barrel, ball marks and deep stitch impressions on the right, left and back of the barrel, cleat impressions and blue and red bat rack streaks. There is also a light coat of pine tar on the handle. Hall of Famer Lefty Grove (1900-1975) played for the Philadelphia Athletics from 1925-1933, during the labeling period of the offered bat. Authenticated and graded by PSA/DNA GU 9.
35 in.
37 oz.
A Hillerich & Bradsby, Pre Model number bat dating from the 1931 labeling period with the signature Lefty Grove emblazoned upon the barrel. Exhibits tremendous use with a crack in the center brand leading to the front barrel (which has been repaired with seven nails), checking (grain swelling) from repeated ball contact on the back barrel, ball marks and deep stitch impressions on the right, left and back of the barrel, cleat impressions and blue and red bat rack streaks. There is also a light coat of pine tar on the handle. Hall of Famer Lefty Grove (1900-1975) played for the Philadelphia Athletics from 1925-1933, during the labeling period of the offered bat. Authenticated and graded by PSA/DNA GU 9.
35 in.
37 oz.