BASEBALL BATS
Spalding Gold Medal bat - circa 1900
$275
Vintage Spalding mushroom handle bat - circa 1900. Spalding bats were used primarily before the turn of he century. In very good condition - shows wear around knob - flat spot on back of barrel where piece of wood split off - excellent display piece. Spalding easily legible on barrel - looks to have initials MN carved above label - no major cracks - old tape in fine condition with one wear spot near base. 31 inches in length. Very heavy - approx 38 - 40 ounces.
The most common bats used by major leaguers:
Hillerich & Bradsby (Louisville Slugger),
A.G. Spalding (primarily before the turn of the century),
A.J. Reach (prominent at the beginning of the century),
Rawlings (Adirondack),
Worth (who entered the market in 1970),
Cooper (produced in Canada since 1986) &
Mizuno (made in Japan)
All store model bat prices based on Collector's Digest Sports Memorabilia - 2008 Edition. All autographed items come with a Certificate of Authenticity & Autograph Ticket from the show where the item was signed (when available).
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1937-1987 NY Yankees autographs on bat (45 signatures)
$600
This is an older model Rawlings Adirondack Big Stick bat and contains 45 autographes from former Yankees players, coaches, GMs and broadcaster. Some of the players go as far back as 1937 up to 1987. This bat will include autograph show tickets from most of the various shows at which the signatures were purchased. Some of the names include: broadcaster Mel Allen, Hank Bauer, Yogi Berra, Clete Boyer, Whitey Ford, Jim "Catfish" Hunter, Ralph Houk, Tom Tresh, Reggie Jackson, Gil McDougald, Bobby Richardson, Phil Rizzuto, Allie Reynolds, Craig Nettles, Bill "Moose" Skowron, Sparky Lyle, Don Larson, Johnny Mize, Bucky Dent and many more. The bat is a store model and in excellent condition.
REGGIE JACKSON autographed baseball bat
$350
This is an Adirondack "Big Stick" model Reggie Jackson baseball bat. It has Reggie's name on the barrel below Big Stick and is autographed by Reggie and inscribed HOF '93 - 563 HR's & Mr. October. It aslo comes with a beautiful felt bag that has Reggie jackson embroidered on it. This is a beautiful addition to any Yankee fan's collection.
Philadelphia Athletics promotional bat
$45
This is an old Philadelphia As promotional giveaway bat made by the Gold Brand Distributors of Phila, PA. 16 inches in length, labeling in excellent condition, possibly 1940's - 50's giveaway item. (Very, very light signature of Jimmie Foxx looks to be in pencil on barrel; cannot verify any authenticity of signature so being sold as if not authentic.)
CHUCK KLEIN - HOFer - player model bat
$300
Chuck Klein player model bat made by Hilerich & Bradsby (Louisville Slugger) of Louisville, KY. This 1930's Phillies slugger's name is written in script which indicates a contract between Chuck Klein and H&B. Also has "Powerized" stamped on barrel above label indicating 1932 or later. Bat is 31 inches long - weight unknown. K-55 stamped on knob. Also has Susquehanna stamped on barrel - probably ordered and used by a Susquehanna, PA team (not a factory stamp). Bat is in excellent condition. No major cracking - one or two slight nicks. Excellent display item.
REGGIE JACKSON - HOFer - store model bat
$100
This is a Reggie Jackson store model bat made by Adirondack/Rawlings Company. 34 inches long - weight unknown - approx 34- 35 oz. No major cracks - no nicks - very slight separation of layering - 155-4 stamped on knob.
BOBBY DOERR - Boston Red Sox - HOFer
$150
Bob Doerr Louisvile Slugger store model bat is 33 inches long, #33 stamped on knob. Bat is light, probably 30-34 oz. Oil Tempered stamped on barrel. No major cracks, very few, nicks from normal wear & tear, excellent condition.
LOU GEHRIG model bat - NY Yankees HOFer
$500
Lou Gehrig model Hillerich & Bradsby bat is 35 inches long - does not say "Louisvile Slugger" on the label indicating earlier version of bat model - possibly WWII era. No other stamp above the label either. The end of the barrel reads U.S. "Safe Hit." Bat is heavy (approx 38-40 oz's). No cracks, normal layer separation at end of barrel, one small flat spot on knob, overall in excellent condition.
JACKIE ROBINSON - Brooklyn Dodgers - HOFer
$150
Jackie Robinson store model Louisville Slugger. Bat is 34 inches long. "Flame Tempered" stamped above label. Gunuine R-17 stamped above player signature. JR 4 stamped on knob. Has one major large crack (repaired) on back of barrel, otherwise in great condition.
ROBERTO CLEMENTE - Pittsburgh Pirates - HOFer
$100
Roberto Clemente player model Louisville Slugger bat. "Powerized" stamped on barrel. 35 inches long, wt. unknown (approx 36-38 oz). Genuine 016 stamped above player's signature on barrel. No cracks, normal wear and tear around barrel area. RC-5 stamped on knob.
HANK AARON - Milwaukee Braves - HOFer
$100
Hank Aaron store model Louisville Slugger bat is 34 inches long. Has no cracks and shows normal wear and tear. "Flame Tempered" stamped above label. HA 4 stamped on knob.
Vintage Bats SOLD
Blackman & Birchfield model. This bat is made by Blackman & Birchfield Woodwroking Company of Belmont, NY; has "The Belmont" stamped on the barrel, 35 inches long, no cracks, many nicks from normal wear and tear.
The Soaker model made by the Edward K. Tryon Jr. Company of Philadelphia, PA. Bat is 33 inches long, very heavy with thick handle (approx 40-42 oz.) No other markings except for visible label, no cracks, just normal wear and tear, knob flattened on both sides.
Bottle Bat, so named for its odd shape, 34 inches long, cannot read labeling, coating worn, no cracks or layer separation, one small flat spot on knob, #4 stamped on knob.
1980 World Series Black Bats
$250
World Series Black Bats created by Hillerich & Bradsby in 1934 are given to participating players and dignitaries from teams in the World Series. They have facsimile autographs of the entire team in gold on a dark black ebony bat. This is the Kansas City Royals model from the 1980 World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Phillies won the World Series so this bat is stamped Kansas City Royals American League Champions 1980 (Phillies World Series bat SOLD already). This model bat price is based on Collector's Digest Sports Memorabilia - 2008 Edition.
Phila A's slugger GUS ZERNIAL Wall of Fame autographed bat
$450
TOP: This is a Gus Zernial player model bat specially ordered for the Wall of Fame ceremony in Phila on June 01, 2001. It is an official Louisville Slugger designed to the exact specifications of the bat Gus used. It can only be ordered by a written request from the player himself. It is 36 inches long. It has Gus' picture hand painted on the barrel and is autographed by Gus.
Phila A's Player/Mgr EDDIE JOOST Wall of Fame autographed bat
$450
BOTTOM: This is an Eddie Joost player model bat specially ordered for the Wall of Fame ceremony in Phila on April 04, 1996. It is an official Louisville Slugger designed to the exact specifications of the bat he used. It can only be ordered by a written request from the player himself. It is 34 inches long. It has Eddie's picture hand painted on the barrel and is autographed by him.
1980 Phillies Cooperstown autographed bat
$1,100
This bat was made by the Cooperstown Bat Company as part of their Major League Team Series; 34 inches long and signed by 33 of the 1980 Phillies players & coaches; Only missing names are coach Mike Ryan and (P) Nino Espinosa who died in 1987.
CHASE UTLEY game used autographed bat
$600
This is a Louisville Slugger Chase Utley GAME USED bat. It is autographed by Chase Utley. It has the Major League logo emblazoned on the back of the barrel as well as TPX . The handle is taped where it is cracked. The only way to get a game used bat that is cracked is by being given it by the player. The bat is 34 inches long.
PETE ROSE autographed bat
$225
TOP: This is an autographed Adirondack Pete Rose model bat signed by Pete Rose and inscribed with his major league leading 4,256 career base hits. The bat is 34 inches long.
BOBBY DOERR - Red Sox HOFer - autographed bat
$125
BOTTOM: This is a Rawlings Big Stick model bat autographed by Red Sox Hall of Famer Bobby Doerr. It is inscribed with '86 denoting his Hall of Fame induction year. The bat is 33 inches long.
WILLIE MAYS - SF Giants HOFer - autographed bat
$200
This is an Adirondack Willie Mays Personal Model bat. It is autographed by Willie Mays. It is labeled McLaughlin & Millard - Northern White Ash - Dolgeville, NY. It is also stamped "Flexible Whip Action" above the label. The bat is 34 inches long.
1964 Phillies autographed bat
$125
This is an old Hillerich & Bradsby bat signed by 13 members of the 1964 Phillies team, the team that almost won the National League pennant in 1964. The bat has no crack and some slight layering separation near the handle and the back of the barrel. It has two flat sides on the knob and a #5 stamped on the knob. The bat is 35 inches long.
1993 Phillies National League Champions autographed bat
$275
This is a Rawlings Big Stick bat autographed by 16 of the 1993 Phillies players, coaches & broadcaster. It is stamped 1993 Phillies NL Champs on the barrel below Big Stick. The bat is 34 inches long. The players who signed are: Wes Chamberlain, Darren Daulton, Mark Davis, Jim Eisenreich, Lenny Dykstra, Tommy Greene, Dave Hollins, Pete Incaviglia, Ricky Jordan, Jeff Manto, coach Denis Menke, Ben Rivera, Mickey Morandini, Milt Thompson, Paul Fletcher and broadcaster Chris Wheeler.
2008 Phillies World Series Champions autographed bat
$225
This is a Louisville Slugger 2008 World Series Champions commemorative bat specially commemorating the Phillies 2008 World Series victory. It is stamped with "Powerized" above the label as well as the Phillies logo surrounded by the World Series trophies and has 10 signatures by players, coaches and broadcaster Chris Wheeler: Pat Burrell, Greg Dobbs, Rich Dubee, Scott Eyre, J.A. Happ, Davey Lopes, Ryan Madsen, Matt Stairs, Milt Thompson, and Chris Wheeler.
Philadelphia A's Cooperstown autographed bat
$650
This bat was made by the Cooperstown Bat Company as part of their Vintage Club Series. Bat is 34 inches long and is signed by 26 of the Phila A's players from the 1940's & 50's.
