Description:Johnny Bench autographed professional model baseball bat c.1969-1972. Louisville Slugger 125 model bat with Bench facsimile signature burned into the barrel end measures 35.5" long and weighs 32oz. Model number "B278" is stamped in the knob end which has roman numeral (5) written in black marker. Bench has signed the barrel in marker rating 9 out of 10 and the bar retains outstanding display value as an early career example with minimal use. Obtained by a Phillies news photographer in the 1970s and will include signed letter of provenance along with additional LOAs from Hunt Auctions and SCD Authentic (A5.5): Bat EX/MT, Sig. NM-MT