by MEARS | Aug 29, 2012 | archived news
Centerbrand Dating: 1917-21 circa factory center brand stamping. Actual dating 1917-19 per the remnants of side writing. Length 34 ½: According to H&B factory records, 34 ½ was the index (preferred) length of Ty Cobb bats. Weight (currently) 35.75 ounces: Although...
by MEARS | Aug 29, 2012 | archived news
Exceptionally rare Eddie Collins originally dating to the 1911-16 era. This early Collins bat would have been made during the 1911-16 era, and could have been used by Collins during any or all of those seasons. With the side written notation of “Chicago White Sox”, it...
by MEARS | Aug 28, 2012 | archived news
The greatest homerun hitter’s career wound down at Milwaukee County Stadium at the conclusion of the 1976 season. It was fitting, as 22 years earlier; a young 19 year old Henry Aaron began his career in this very stadium while playing for the Milwaukee Braves. When...
by MEARS | Aug 28, 2012 | archived news
Offered for consideration is what experts consider to be the finest Hack Wilson bat ever offered. Described at www.deadballera.com, “ He was all muscle, a barrel-chested powerhouse with blacksmith arms, and bulging thighs and calves on short legs that tapered to tiny...
by MEARS | Aug 24, 2012 | archived news
In hiding for nearly 70 years, MEARS Auctions is proud to present an item that is very special to the fansof St. Louis. With over 600+ lots, the current MEARS Auction, www.mearsonlineauctions.com runs fromAugust 24th-September 1st, 2012. Bidding begins at 8:00 CST. We...
by MEARS | Aug 22, 2012 | archived news
The first half of 2012 has been extremely busy and productive from a uniform evaluation standpoint.All of this has enabled me to continue to purchase exemplar uniforms and references to support thework I do in the manner that I feel it deserves to be done. When a...