MEARS Auction #24, Ends March 26th, 2011, 9:00 CST, w/ 15-Minute Rule

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Lot #954:

1951-57 Del Crandall Adirondack Professional Model Game Used Team Index Bat - Milwaukee Braves Worlds Champions (MEARS A6.5)

Del was the perennial All Star back stop for the Braves during the golden four year run for the roses from 1956-59, an era that included two World Series appearances and one World Championship against the most feared team in baseball, the New York Yankees. Although considered a team index bat, the "D.C." (Del Crandall?) written on the knob appears vintage and authentic to the bat.

Title: 1951-57 Del Crandall Adirondack Professional Model Game Used Bat

Player: Del Crandall

Block/Script Name: Script

Label Period: 1951-57

Year/s Used: 1951-57

Mfg: Adirondack

Model Number: 24D

Length: 34 inches

Weight: 33 ounces

Game Use: Moderate

Ball Marks: Moderate

Swelling: Yes

Grain Separation: No

Cleat Marks: No

Rack Marks: Yes

Cracked: 8" crack with 3 vintage nails

Pine Tar: No

Handle Tape: No

Dents/Gouges: No

Autographed: No

Knob Markings: D.C. in black marker

Barrel Markings: No

Grade: MEARS A6.5, 5 base points, 3 use points, -1 Mounting holes, -1/2 repaired crack

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