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FRANK “HOME RUN” BAKER PROFESSIONAL MODEL BAT
An un-cracked, Hillerich & Bradsby, World Championship Model bat dating from the 1917-21 labeling period with the signature Frank Baker emblazoned upon the barrel. Exhibits heavy use with ball marks and stitch impressions on the right and left barrel, a light coat of gripping substance on the handle, and lathe marks visible on the knob and top barrel. The ‘World Championship’ brand appears on the right barrel, a brand that is unique to Baker bats. Hall of Famer Frank “Home Run” Baker (1886-1963) played for the New York Yankees from (1916-1922) during the labeling period of the offered bat. A letter of provenance from a member of the Baker family accompanies the lot. Authenticated and graded by PSA/DNA GU 10.
34.5 in.
36.5 oz.
An un-cracked, Hillerich & Bradsby, World Championship Model bat dating from the 1917-21 labeling period with the signature Frank Baker emblazoned upon the barrel. Exhibits heavy use with ball marks and stitch impressions on the right and left barrel, a light coat of gripping substance on the handle, and lathe marks visible on the knob and top barrel. The ‘World Championship’ brand appears on the right barrel, a brand that is unique to Baker bats. Hall of Famer Frank “Home Run” Baker (1886-1963) played for the New York Yankees from (1916-1922) during the labeling period of the offered bat. A letter of provenance from a member of the Baker family accompanies the lot. Authenticated and graded by PSA/DNA GU 10.
34.5 in.
36.5 oz.