Dating a pre-WWI bat, ball and catcher's mitt

[BrandonG]

Looking at the type of thread used to stitch it (braided), and the size of the stitch, yes I think it's safe to say it dates between 1910-1920. Also looks like red/green? stitching? Possibly a Harwood ball, they sold a lot of recreational type of baseballs during that time period.

[Runscott]

Originally Posted by BrandonG

Looking at the type of thread used to stitch it (braided), and the size of the stitch, yes I think it's safe to say it dates between 1910-1920. Also looks like red/green? stitching? Possibly a Harwood ball, they sold a lot of recreational type of baseballs during that time period.

Thanks Brandon. It's actually blue stitching. The original owner played in games against the 1911 Kansas City Giants and Leland's Chicago Giants, and I'm guessing he saved this ball because it was from an important moment in a game he played in. He died in '83, so he held onto it for a long time.

[mr2686]

Runscott, do you know the name of the original owner?

[Runscott]

Originally Posted by mr2686

Runscott, do you know the name of the original owner?

Yes, there was supporting documentation - local semi-pro player, no one famous. I have written an article about the equipment - just finalizing some photographs prior to publication.

[Runscott]

Can anyone validate the bat date, by the label?

Never mind, found it: 1911-15