MEARS Auction #25, Ends April 30th, 2011, 9:00 CST, w/ 15-minute rule

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Lot #1604:

1921-26 Rare Cleveland Indians Block Letter Team Professional Model Side Written Game Used Bat (MEARS Auction LOA)

Ultra rare, first Cleveland MEARS has ever examined, is a 1921-26 Cleveland (Indians) block letter professional model team bat. Assumed to have been sent to the team for use by rookies, pitchers, and other non-contract players.

Player: Cleveland

Block/Script Name: Block Letter

Label Period: 1921-31

Year/s Used: 1921-26

Mfg: H&B

Model Number: Pre model number

Length: 34 inches

Weight: 35.75 ounces

Side Writing: B. Brooks 8-11-26

Game Use: Heavy

Ball Marks: Heavy

Swelling: Yes

Grain Separation: Yes

Cleat Marks: No

Rack Marks: No

Nails/Screws: Yes, vintage nails on barrel

Cracked: Yes, 5" crack on handle

Pine Tar: No

Handle Tape: Yes, two rings

Knob Markings: None

Barrel Markings: None

Grade: Authentic

C0498

(MEARS Auction LOA)