Frankie Frisch Bat

[murphusa]

unless the R is part of a model number "R36" as an example, then it could be a factory reject as H&B placed R's on the knob of bats that did not meet quality control at final inspection

[rand1com]

Sounds like a reasonable explanation but likely means it was never used by Frisch even if a professional model. Post a picture of the center brand and at least we can determine if it is indeed a professional game model bat even if it was a reject. It would still have decent value.

[eastonfalcon19]

It's a 40K model and will post a pic when I get home.

[rand1com]

OK. Thanks

[rand1com]

Originally Posted by eastonfalcon19

It's a 40K model and will post a pic when I get home.

The 40K would represent a cork grip on the bat. It could be retail or professional as far as I know. Frisch was known to use the cork grip bat during his career. The center brand label will give more info.

[eastonfalcon19]

Here's the center brand.

[rand1com]

Does the bat have any residue of the cork on the handle?

Does it have the Kork Grip Patented date Sept. 16, 1914 imprinted on the bat near the center brand?

[eastonfalcon19]

There's nothing left on the handle.