Rogers Hornsby Signed Bat

[Joe Hunter]

While at an antique store today I was looking at some bats and came across one that appears to be signed by Rogers Hornsby and dated 1958. It is on a 1950's Revelation Semi-Pro 35" bat. I know about Revelation bats because my parents owned a Western Auto Store in the 1950's and '60's. It looks good to me but thought I would get some other thoughts. The signature is pretty light.

[daves_resale_shop]

Looks good to me Joe, awesome bat! Hope that you scooped it up!

[Joe Hunter]

Thanks, Dave. Yes, I did purchase the bat. The dealer had 3 other bats and all were priced the same ($20), so it wasn't a tough decision!

[Duluth Eskimo]

Despite the fading I think it's good as well. The year looks like his hand as well for others I have had. Heck of a pick up

[Joe Hunter]

Thanks, Jason. It just reinforces the idea, at least in my mind, that there are still undiscovered treasures out there. For me, the "thrill of the hunt" often eclipses the find. I have to admit, however, that in this case the find was pretty sweet.

[djson1]

He had 3 other bats signed by Hornsby?? I'd say you go back there and scoop those up as well!

[Joe Hunter]

No, the other two were not signed by anyone. One was actually a softball bat. They were basically worthless.