We have all had similar experiences with auctions. When you want something and bid, it always seems to go for double retail.
I know the collector that got the REA Banana Bat. He was shocked at how low it went. I think highly of him as a collector and historian. He has impeccable research skills. He advised me on the purchase. That is another reason why I made an offer.
I have always appreciated the book "A Century Of Baseball Inventions Banana Bats and Ding-Dong Balls" by Gutman. I am very happy to own the bat in any condition.
Anyone have a Ding-Dong ball they want to sell?
What about a Dead Red ball? Seamless ball? How about a double seam Spalding ball?
It can't hurt to ask...
John
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