MEARS Auction #22, Ends January 29th, 2011 - 9:00 CST, w/ 15-Minute Rule

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Lot #862:

1927 Doc Farrell H&B Louisville Slugger Professional Model Game Used Side Written Bat - New York Giants - Yankees (MEARS LOA)

Doc was a popular infielder during the 1920-30's playing for several teams. This bat was side written having been returned in July of 1927, his most productive season when he posted career-highs with a .316 batting average, 92 RBI, 57 runs, and 152 games. He played with the New York Giants from 1925-27 moving to the Braves in mid season of 1927 where he stayed until 1929 where in he jumped back to the Giants. He was also a member of the New York Yankees in 1932-33 being present at the called shot series in 1932 against the Cubs.

Block/Script Name: block letter last name only

Label Period: 21-30

Year/s Used: 1927

Teams Played During Era of Bat: Giants/Braves

Other Teams Played: New York Yankees

Majors:

Minors: 1931 Los Angeles Angels PCL

Mfg: H&B

Model Number: pre

Length: 35

Weight: 30

Side Writing: Farrell 7-30-27. also some writing on handle not readable

Vault Marks: no

Game Use: heavy

Ball Marks: heavy use on top and back of barrel

Swelling: top of barrel

Grain Separation: yes, on back

Cleat Marks: yes

Rack Marks: no

Nails/Screws: no

Cracked: yes

Pine Tar: no

Handle Tape: no

Handle Crack: 7" H style

Barrel Crack: no

Dents/Gouges: no

Autographed: no

Uniform Number: no

Knob Markings: no

Barrel Markings: no

Finish: ash

Provenance: Louisville Vaults

Factory Records: no

Player Traits: unknown

Grade: Authentic

MEARS Pop. Report:

Comments: MEARS Auction LOA. 01185