A Hillerich & Bradsby, Pre Model number bat dating from the 1923-26 labeling period with the signature Ross Youngs emblazoned upon the barrel. Exhibits outstanding use with a handle crack, a small chip on the handle, ball marks and stitch impressions on the left and back barrel and cleat marks on the left and back barrel. The bat also shows evidence of having been factory side written in faint grease pencil Y____G. During the first half of the 20th Century, it was commonplace for players to send a preferred model bat back to the factory to request models of the same type. Once at the factory, it would be planed and inscribed with the length, weight, player’s name, date received and team affiliation. Hall of Famer Ross “Pep” Youngs (1897-1927) played for the New York Giants from 1917-1926, during the labeling period of the offered bat. Authenticated and graded by PSA/DNA GU 8.5.

34.75 in.
39.6 oz.