This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/30/2011
Final Grade with Respect to Characteristics and Game Use:
A9
Date: 10/20/2006 |
Manufacturer: Louisville Slugger |
Era: Modern Era Star |
Certification number: 304640 |
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Forensic Examination
Manufacturer Characteristics |
Stage of career: |
Player |
Center label: |
Louisville Slugger, Louisville, KY |
Label period: |
1991-97 |
Label description: |
Louisville Slugger, 125, team name under player name |
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Powerized |
Model number location: |
Appears on Barrel |
Model number: |
M110 |
Player's name: |
Block Letter First & Last Name |
Bat used during: |
Regular Season |
Year: |
N/A |
Special event/team markings: |
Pittsburgh Pirates |
Bat weight: |
30.4 ounces |
Bat length: |
33 inches |
Knob style: |
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Barrel style: |
Round |
Finish: |
Galen |
Wood: |
Professional Grade Ash |
Matches factory records: |
Yes |
Provenance |
Letter of authenticity: |
Team Letter |
Vault marked/side written: |
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Desribe if vault marked side written: |
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Player Characteristics (Positive) |
Use: |
Significant |
Ball marks: |
Heavy |
Stitch marks: |
Yes - deeply embedded |
Bat rack marks: |
Yes |
Handle condition: |
10" lifted crack |
Dead wood: |
No |
Cleat marks: |
No |
Special handle preparation: |
Unaltered |
Nails: |
No Nails present |
Pine tar: |
Heavy |
Correct uniform number: |
Yes - 18 (black, both ends) |
Grain examination: |
Professional grain |
Autographed: |
No |
Player Characteristics (Negative) |
Barrel problem: |
N/A |
Missing wood: |
N/A |
Knob: |
N/A |
Use: |
N/A |
Water damage: |
N/A |
Incorrect uniform number: |
N/A |
Screws of nails applied: |
N/A |
Crack affect stampings: |
N/A |
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Comments |
Kendall wore number 18 for the Pirates from 1996-2004. Has 1/2" brown ring attached to handle to simulate a Rawlings bat. Has Galen finish but no varnish. Exhibits most use above barrel stamp. From the collection of Brewers Visiting Clubhouse Manager, Jim Ksicinski. |