Early bat?

Archive · #1 09-01-2008, 06:31 PM

Posted By: Alan Elefson

Hi-
I apologize in advance if the bat scanned below is just some 1930s or later child's bat that is better used for firewood then kept for a collection (that is my current assumption). I did not pay much for it (a dollar) but it struck me because of the knob and the appearence of a flat part of the barrel (I tried to scan it below). Could any one please help me with the following questions?
1. Approximately how old is this bat?
2. What are the telling signs?
3. Is this a child's model?
4. What is the purpose of the flat side of the barrel?
5. Any other information would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
Alan Elefson
aelefson@hotmail.com

Archive · #2 09-03-2008, 10:41 AM

Posted By: Mark

a flat side could mean that it's a fungo bat or some kind of training bat. What is the length? Approx. weight?

Archive · #3 09-03-2008, 05:17 PM

Posted By: Alan Elefson

Mark-
It is fairly light (in my opinion) and is 25.5 inches long (approximately), I will try to post a picture of it in the next couple of days. I really appreciate the assistance.
Thanks,
Alan Elefson
aelefson@hotmail.com

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