Ruth Store Model Bat

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Posted By: MVSNYC

i just picked up, what i'm assuming is a store model Ruth bat, at an antiques show here in NYC. it is a Louisville Slugger, that has "40 B.R" stamped into the label...i got it for $250. it has great use, alittle banged up and dirty. i plan to clean it a bit and display...i'll try to post pics monday...any ideas on value? it does not say powerized nor bone rubbed. late 20's early 30's?

thanks!
MS

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Posted By: Mike H

Please post a clear photo of label, indicate length, and describe damage so we can better judge the value. You probably did quite well at that price point. Congrats.

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Posted By: MVSNYC

thx...will post pics monday...alittle over 35" L

MS

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Posted By: Mike H

I can tell you it is pre-1932 and that is a GREAT Length.

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Posted By: MVSNYC

thanks...John Taube said the same thing, 35"-36" is most desirable for such models. apperantely it is the same exact specs as Ruth's pro-model bats, and the only difference is the "40 B.R" on the label vs. "125". he thought (depending on condition) it could potentially be worth as much as $850. i'll probably just clean it up a bit, and display it.

Regards,
MS

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Posted By: MVSNYC

i posted this in the store bat thread, and totally forgot i started this one several weeks ago...here are the pics. thanks for your help!

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Posted By: Matt Hart

That is a nice Ruth bat. Nice markings and awesome for display. Congrats!

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Posted By: E, Daniel

I've got a twin for MVSNYC's!

The engraving of Ruth's name is a little crude and 'choppy'...is that normal for this model?