Clarke bats were listed from 1910-25 as a Spalding offering. These bats were made to players specs with a beautiful factory finish and deeply burned stamps. This example is simply stunning. Clarke is best remembered as the left fielder that played from 1894-1915 with Louisville and Pittsburgh and mirrored Honus Wagners teams and years making the Hall of Fame in 1945.
It is a signature model.
Length: 34" with Spalding logo stamped on knob.
Weight: 36 oz.
Side Writing: None.
Game Use: Bat exhibits game use with swelling and ball stitch marks on the bottom and back of the barrel. "M.Richardson" is carved into the back of barrel 1/2" x 4 1/2".
Handle: Not cracked.
Comments: Just a beautiful bat with a perfect factory finish and deep stamps.
MEARS auction LOA. 00205