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Old 09-11-2018, 01:50 PM
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Originally Posted by MCyganik View Post
Early to mid 60s most likely. Sears signed Ted Williams in 1962 to endorse their wide range of "outdoor sports" products after his retirement. So his name/signature is on Sears branded tents, guns, bicycles, weight sets, fishing equipment and of course, Sears model baseball equipment.

Here's a short vintage SI article about his endorsement signing:

https://www.si.com/vault/1962/03/05/...laying-manager
Seconded, definitely 60s...I have a Ted Williams workout mat that I think I've posted here before.
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