This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/14/2024
This Rawlings Rickey Henderson professional model model 513B bat hails from the Stolen Base King's final MLB season in 2003 as a member of the L.A. Dodgers. It exhibits evidence of outstanding use with a slight handle crack. Numerous ball marks and ball stitch impressions are visible on the right and back barrel. Ball marks include blue ink transfers. Cleat marks can be seen on the left and back barrel. Also visible on the barrel are blue and green bat rack streaks. The lower handle and knob have been taped in a spiral pattern and there is a heavy coat of pine tar on the handle. The model number (513B), order number (666) and year (03) are stamped into the knob. Also on the knob is Henderson's player number (25), model number, length, weight and 'Rawlings' written in black marker and the weight (31) and 'Henderson" written in black pen. A Rickey Henderson autograph with the added notation "Gamer" is on the front barrel in blue marker.
Manufacturer: Rawlings
Model Number: 513B
Labeling Period: 2003
Length: 34.0 inches
Weight: 31.2 ounces
Grade: PSA/DNA GU 9.5
Autograph Authenticity: Beckett LOA
Provenance: Man of Steal Sports letter signed by Rickey Henderson