Louisville Slugger 125 model bat measures 35" long and weighs 32.7 ounces having model number A92 stamped on knob end. Barrel end of the bat displays desirable "1961 All Star Game" block-letter stamping above Maris facsimile signature and "San Francisco Boston" titling in reference to the two host cities. The bat displays evident use including stitching impressions, ball marks, and rack marks indicative of likely additional game use by Maris after the All-Star Game. By the time the first of two MLB All-Star Games was played on July 11th in San Francisco, Roger Maris had belted 33 home runs. The nation was beginning to take notice of the home run race between Maris and his teammate, Mickey Mantle, who were both on pace to eclipse Babe Ruth's single season home run mark of 60. While unclear as to whether this bat took part in hitting a home run against Maris' record setting total of 61 home runs it is decisively clear that it was used during that historic season. Includes full LOA from PSA/DNA (GU 9): EX