This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/1/2015
This bat dates from approximately 1930-36 era.
Manufactured by the Hanna Batrite Company, this bat boast the collector favorite, “Bat Logo” centerbrand. This centerbrand was first introduced during 1926 and phased out by 1932. After a lawsuit with Lousville Slugger, the company begin stamping the knob’s with the 1930 patent date, which is found on this bat ("Patented July 15 1930 1770403"¬), and serves as the basis of the 1930 start of the dating.
The barrel is stamped “TA” (tempered ash), JACKON, 43 (model),4 (length). These markings were found on both professional model bats and catalog versions, thus making absolute attribution to major league use impossible.
The 34” length and 31 ounce weight is consistent with the dimensions documented as being used by Jackson when compared to his H&B Lousiville Slugger personal ordering records. It should be noted that the model 43 Jackson bat was available via the Batrite dealer catalogs, making the markings identical to the retail offerings.
The bat exhibits heavy game use, with visible ball marks and scattered cleat marks. Chipping to the knob, and some dry rotting to barrel end.
Final Grade: MEARS A5. Base grade of 5 points was assigned for bat being consistent with length, weight and model as ordred by Bottomley, 3 points for heavy game use, minus 3 points for lack of factory records/ condition issues. 74b0395