MEARS Auction #78, Ends May 30th, 9:00 CST W/ 15-Minute Per Lot Rule

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Lot #59:

1921-27 Heinie Groh Red, Giants, Pirates H&B Louisville Slugger Professional Model Game Used Bat (MEARS 7.5) “From the Era of the 1922 New York Giants World Championship Team”

Henry Knight “Heinie” Groh (1889-1968) played third base, mainly with the Reds and Giants before finishing up with the Pirates in 1927. Member of the Championship 1919 Reds and 1922 Giants. Renowned for his "bottle bat", he was an effective leadoff hitter, batting .300 four times and leading the league in doubles twice and in hits, runs and walks once each.

Professionally examined by the expert staff of MEARS, the details of the bat are listed as:

Dating (1921-27): Per the MEARS Centerbrand Bat Labeling Index, the centerbrand of this bat was manufactured by Louisville Slugger during the 1921-1931 era. Groh played until 1927, thus the dating of the bat.

Length (33”): Measuring 33”, the bat is consistent with examples of Heinie Groh bats that have entered the hobby and is correct for the era.

Weight (32 ounces): Weighing 32 ounces, this bat is consistent with other Groh bats that have entered the hobby and is correct for the era.

Game Use: Bat exhibits heavy game use. A crack no the upper handle has been repaired.

Final Grade (MEARS A7.5): 5 base points was awarded for the bat being consistent with Groh length, weight, and model (bottle) for the era. 3 points for heavy game use. Minus ½ for repaired upper handle crack. (78F0410)

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