Let's see some Pre-1980's gamers!

[markf31]

Some amazing collections and examples! I have not jumped into the vintage game used area of the hobby yet, but to say I'm facinated by it is an understatement, especially bats.

I'm researching and educating myself about vintage game use bats though and I hope to begin my journey into the subject in the very near future.

Great collections!

[sayhey24]

Mark,

Collecting vintage game bats puts you in touch with the actual game in a way that few other things can. It's terrific that you are not just jumping in without thinking -- education and research are the way to go. Enjoy and always feel free to ask any of us for help.

Greg

[earlywynnfan]

Originally Posted by markf31

Some amazing collections and examples! I have not jumped into the vintage game used area of the hobby yet, but to say I'm facinated by it is an understatement, especially bats.

I'm researching and educating myself about vintage game use bats though and I hope to begin my journey into the subject in the very near future.

Great collections!

I hope part of that education involves buying Vince Malta's book. I've been buying bats for almost 20 years and still refer to it regularly.

Ken

[markf31]

Thanks for the tip Ken!

I've actually spent this afternoon searching for related books for my library. I've also looked into the Mastronet Reference and Price Guide: For Collecting Game Used Baseball Bats as well as it seems to be a good reference as well.

[earlywynnfan]

Originally Posted by markf31

Thanks for the tip Ken!

I've actually spent this afternoon searching for related books for my library. I've also looked into the Mastronet Reference and Price Guide: For Collecting Game Used Baseball Bats as well as it seems to be a good reference as well.

It is, I used it well when it came out, but honestly, the Malta book beats it hands-down. Malta's book has very detailed pictures and descriptions of virtually every variation in LV labeling. Every bat I get I check out the date. Combined with the actual LV ordering records for HOFers, it's worth it's weight in gold. (Is it even available anymore??)

Ken

[earlywynnfan]

Not HOFers in SayHey or Gorilla's category, but I am happy as can be with the Travis bat. Been looking for one for years that 1) was available and 2) I could afford. I remember one selling a few years ago for twice what I got this one for.

Combined with the Satchel Paige ball I posted in the auto pickups, I've crossed two of my top-ten "dream items" off in two weeks!

Ken

[earlywynnfan]

I love the look of the old Adirondacks, like the Dark and Houk here. Also, one that may be uncommon is the Duffy Lewis bat, sitting beside one of my personal favorites, my Hank Gowdy.

Ken

[RCMcKenzie]

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Some great stuff on here. Like the Myer bat.