[Rob D.]

For sale is an Anahuac model bat from the mid 1980s. Because it was used by a minor-leaguer, I'm going to assume it's a professional-model bat, but I'm no bat expert, nor was I able to research much about Anahuac bats. As you can see in the photos, all of the labeling is in Spanish.

In 1986 when I played for the Stockton Ports, the Brewers' team in the Class A California League, we signed a player named Oscar Duran out of the Mexican League. This was one of the bats he brought with him. When he cracked it, because I never had seen one like it, I asked him if I could have it. I came across it this weekend while going through some things.

The bat measures 34.5 inches in length and has a slight crack near the handle. The number "45" is stamped on the knob (see photo). Oscar wrote "O. Duran" in black marker near the end of the bat (see photo). He also slightly shaved the handle, although it's more noticeable when holding the bat than when looking at it.

If you'd like more photos or have questions, feel free to PM or e-mail me. $40 plus exact shipping.

Thanks,

Rob

wolfie51sb at aol.com