Composed of top-quality ash, the bat displays significant use along its entire length in the form of ball marks, cleat marks, deadwood (slight grain separation), and a nine-inch wrap of vintage black tape along the handle. The name "Crawford" is stamped in block letters directly between the barrel stamp and center brand. Hillerich & Son Co., it features both a rare "Oil Tempered" barrel stamp (in stylized script lettering) and a transitional-style center brand ("125" and a "dash-dot-dash" pattern stamped, respectively, above and below the company name). The bat itself, which predates the use of model numbers, is a unique specimen from the era.
Although his great-grandfather never mentioned how he acquired the bat, it has remained in the family's sole possession for nearly 100 years.
According to our consignor, who has provided a letter detailing the bat's history, this bat originates from his great-grandfather (1892-1995), who lived in Ohio and played semipro ball in Columbus. Offered here is an incredibly rare and unique Sam Crawford pro-model bat dating from the 1911-1916 manufacturing period.
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