MEARS Auction #41, Ends September 1st, 2012, 9:00 CST

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Lot #240:

1987-89 Gary Carter New York Mets Autographed Rawlings Adirondack Professional Model Game Bat (JSA/MEARS A5)

Featured is an autographed Gary Carter professional model Adirondack game bat from his time with the New York Mets at the close of the 1980's. Model number 113A is stamped on the knob along with Carter's uniform number 8 written in black marker. The Kid has also signed the barrel and added the inscription "1986 World Champs." JSA sticker H44409 can be found on the knob to authenticate the signature.

This ash bat currently weighs 34 ounces, measures 35" in length and matches known player factory records with a regular knob and round barrel. Scattered signs of use can be found throughout the bat which otherwise presents in pristine condition. Handle remains uncracked.

Bat receives 5 points for matching known player factory records resulting in a final grade of MEARS A5.

LOA Troy R. Kinunen / MEARS Auctions

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