Is this Game Used Hank Aaron Bat Real?
Thinking about making a run at it. I have done some research, but can not figure this damn thing out. Owner claims it's a 57 season bat, but a 57 season bat sold at mears and had a different number on the knob. Does anyone here have any opinions on this bat? Is this the real deal? It's not gonna be cheap but if it's authentic, I may take a stab at it.
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Here is the ebay listing with full description, if it helps anyone provide Stephen an opinion.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1950s-60s-R4...cAAOSwPK1ZUC1Z Stephen, an R43 sold at REA in 2004... http://www.robertedwardauctions.com/...game-used-bat/ |
My personal opinion is that it is a 1960 index bat.
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I would leave it alone. Condition is everything, and this bat is a mess. Plus, there's nothing to back up the sellers claim that the bat was used by Aaron. Think with your head, not you heart.
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Thanks guys this was all very informative and helpful. I'm gonna lay off it for sure. that article is a great read and definitely expanded my knowledge on this subject. Such a tough realm to fully grasp. |
Joe,
This information is gold. The Aaron bat doesn't match up at all. |
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FWIW, the seller doesn't ever put the bat into Aaron's hands. (I hate that dodge myself.) It appears to be EXACTLY what he says it is: a game used R43 Hank Aaron bat. His story could be absolutely true: somebody got this prized possession in the late 50's at a Giants game. It's just that this was probably a stock bat that some pitcher or shlub grabbed, used, cracked, and handed to a kid.
And to KCRFan: you must have finer taste than I do! If I can get a 50's or 60's (or even 70's!) REAL Aaron bat for under a grand, but it's cracked and dried some, I'm taking it!! Ken |
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Just noticed this bat is now in mears and they call it a pro model and ordered by Aaron from 1955 or 57. Feel bad for the person who’s gonna drop big bucks on this one.
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Oh my god!
Correct, 220 ebay index bat - now over 1,000 at auction Proper education is an absolute in this hobby. This post has been a prime example. Thank you to all |
This was troys reply to my email asking how he determined its a 1955/57 and not a 1959/60 bat.
"The dating is consistent with the dating that was established by MEARS back in 2004. If you are referring to the PSA system of dating, that is something that we don't adhere to and do not feel there is enough data to support those dating as absolutes. " |
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