Not Walter's
This jersey was never worn by Walter Johnson, and it's surprising that Leland's would try to pass this off as one. It's certainly not from 1911, which had a large seraph "W". This "W" is close to that used in 1907-1909, but not exactly, and the piping doesn't match, either. It's instructive that Leland's couldn't find a photo, and there is no authentication. Is a good story worth 10 grand? Not so far.
Hank Thomas
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