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Lot Number: 488
Description: Rogers Hornsby professional model baseball bat c.1927-28. Louisville Slugger 125 model bat measures 35” long at a hefty weight of 40.5oz with centerbrand labeling pinpointing it to the 1927-28 period. The bat shows evidence of heavy use with numerous ball marks visible on the right and back barrel, and cleat marks on the right, left and back barrel. A handle crack has been repaired with nails. Regarded by many as the greatest right-handed hitter of all time, Rogers Hornsby took special care of his batting eyes, refusing to read newspapers or watch movies. He hit over .400 three times, won seven batting titles, and retired in 1937 with the second highest batting average in baseball history (.358). The identifiable player characteristics and great visual qualities make this a fine example of one of the more highly sought pre-war player bats. Includes LOA's from John Taube of PSA/DNA (Graded GU7) and Hunt Auctions: EX
Estimated Price: ($10,000.00-$15,000.00)
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