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Some of the Baseball bats Mickey Mantle used included Louisville Slugger Models M110, K55, and P72. Hillerich & Bradsby began making K55 bats in the 1950's.The earlier H&B professional K55 Bats had K55 written on the knob. Louisville Slugger started putting model numbers on the end of the knob in 1943. If you have a Mickey Mantle Bat with K55 on the barrel you have a store model bat.
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Did mickey mantle ever use a bat with his initials engraved on the knob of the bat?
Mickey Mantle Store Model Bat MM KnobNo. If your bat has the initials MM followed by a number this would indicate the size of the bat. This is placed there on store model bats, to help the buyer identify the size of the bat.Examples of this would be number like; 4, 04, 34, and in this case MM4 (for example). These markings will indicate a 34 inch bat. When letters proceed the number like MM4 it is indicating the player model initials followed by the size, MM4 Mickey Mantle 34 inch.Mickey Mantle was known to use Models M110, K55, and P72. Louisville slugger began using model numbers on the knob in 1943 then moving the model number to the barrel in 1977. For example a K55 Mickey Mantle pro model would have K55 on the knob as opposed to the store model bat with K55 appearing on the barrel.
What is the value of a Mickey Mantle Louisville Slugger 125S 31 bat?
A Mickey Mantle Louisville Slugger 125S Special, 31 inch store model bat in unused excellent -near/mint condition is worth about $75.-$100. in used but not abused excellent condition about $50.-$75. The bulk of the value will be determined by the condition, and the age of the bat. Longer, older and higher grade bats will sell for more. See Related links for more information on Mickey Mantle baseball bats, and a guide to help you date the bat.
What is the value of a Ed Matthews bat?
In general an Ed Mathews store model bat is worth about $80. -$110. in excellent condition. A bat in unused mint condition will sell for more. There are many other factors besides condition, on putting a value on your bat. Size, brand, age, and if it is a store model, or pro model bat will or factor into value. The size, and model number closest to the bat the player used will be of the most value. Little league bats will sell for less. A Louisville Slugger would be of the highest value. Hillerich & Bradsby Co. Louisville Slugger has used different oval center brands in their history. By identifying the center label, trade marks, and patens you can narrow down the year to what era the bat was made. Visit the Louisville Slugger bat dating guide below (Related Links). You can match the markings on your bat with the easy to use bat dating chart to get an approximate date for your Louisville Slugger bat. I will also leave a link to a Adirondack bat dating guide. With Louisville slugger, and Adirondack bats in short, if your bat has the size stamped into the knob it is a store model bat. This is placed there to help the buyer identify the size of the bat. Examples of this would be number like; 6, 06 036, 36, EM6. These marking will indicate a 36 inch bat. When letters proceed the number like EM6 it is indicating the player model initials followed by the size, In this case EM6 Eddie Mathews 36 inch. Game used, and Professional model bats are two different animals. A game used bat would have to come with the proper paper work, or a letter of provenance showing the chain of custody from the player that used the bat to the person that currently owns the bat. Without this you just have a pro model bat. It would otherwise be difficult to prove that the bat was actually used by the player. Adirondack Professional model bats will typically have the model number on the knob followed by a Letter. for example Hank Aaron used a 63 A, Mickey Mantle used a 288 D. Louisville slugger began using model numbers on the knob in 1943 then moving the model number to the barrel in 1977. For example a K55 Mickey Mantle pro model would have K55 on the knob as opposed to the store model bat with K55 appearing on the barrel.
What is an authentic Tris Speaker baseball bat worth?
There are many questions that must be answered before determining the value of your bat. If its a store model bat, the value is going to be a few hundred plus/minus based on condition, manufacturing era, length, weight, etc. If its a professional model bat, the value is many thousand dollars.
How can you tell if you have a game-used Ted Williams bat?
Specific factory identifiers can easily determine the difference between "game-used" bats - those actually used by ballplayers in a major league game - and more common "store-model" bats; those available at retail stores and outlets. Size, model and stamping on knob are the most reliable indicators.Identifying a Game Used BatWith Louisville slugger, and Adirondack bats in short, if your bat has the size stamped into the knob it is a store model bat. This is placed there to help the buyer identify the size of the bat. Examples of this would be number like; 6, 06 036, 36, MM6, PR6. These marking will indicate a 36 inch bat. When letters proceed the number like TW6 or PR6 it is indicating the player model initials followed by the size, In this case TW6 Ted Williams 36 inch, and PR6 Pete Rose 36 inch. Game used, and Professional model bats are two different animals. A game used bat would have to come with the proper paper work, or a letter of provenance showing the chain of custody from the player that used the bat to the person that currently owns the bat. Without this you might just have a pro model bat. It would otherwise be difficult to prove that the bat was actually used by the player.Without provenance a professional authenticator will have to use player Characteristic, and company shipping records to identify a game issued bat.Ted Williams player Characteristics would include a scored handle that he would sometimes do for grip. The knob on Ted Williams bats would have the number 9 with a line under it painted on by the Bat boy. If your bat doesn't have these distinguishing marks, no need to worry but it is common features on many of his authentic gamers. Williams used H&B bats exclusively even though he did order a few Adirondacks Bats.Adirondack Professional model bats will typically have the model number on the knob followed by a Letter. for example Hank Aaron used a 63 A, Mickey Mantle used a 288 D. Louisville slugger began using model numbers on the knob in 1943 then moving the model number to the barrel in 1977. For example a K55 Ted Williams pro model would have K55 on the knob as opposed to the store model bat with K55 appearing on the barrel.Ted Williams Preferred model Bat was a Blond Hillerich & Bradsby W166 he also Ordered Models: H117, H117L, K55, O1, S15, U1, W148, W153, W155, W165, W166, W167, W176, W183, W197.I will leave links below to help you identify and date your bat.
How heavy was mickey mantles bat?
33 oz.
What is the value of spalding mickey mantel special model bat?
Did you ever get an answer? I can't seem to find any info on this bat.
Did mickey mantle ever use a bat with his initials engraved on the knob of the bat?
Mickey Mantle Store Model Bat MM KnobNo. If your bat has the initials MM followed by a number this would indicate the size of the bat. This is placed there on store model bats, to help the buyer identify the size of the bat.Examples of this would be number like; 4, 04, 34, and in this case MM4 (for example). These markings will indicate a 34 inch bat. When letters proceed the number like MM4 it is indicating the player model initials followed by the size, MM4 Mickey Mantle 34 inch.Mickey Mantle was known to use Models M110, K55, and P72. Louisville slugger began using model numbers on the knob in 1943 then moving the model number to the barrel in 1977. For example a K55 Mickey Mantle pro model would have K55 on the knob as opposed to the store model bat with K55 appearing on the barrel.
What is the value of a Mickey Mantle bat piece card worth?
2000 Mickey Mantle Bat Card
When was the Hillerich and Bradsby number 9 Mickey Mantle bat made?
The number 9 bat is an older inexpensive store model bat but I have never seen one endorsed by Mickey Mantle. A Mickey Mantle Store Model bat will sell in the $40.-$100. price range. There are many factors that could effect the value more or less. As with all Collectible condition is important. Used and abused, bats with chips, faded printing,or split wood, will sell for far less than bats that are in used but excellent condition, to unused mint condition. The size and model number of the bat is important as well. A bat closer to the size, and model the ballplayer used during his career will be of higher value. Little league bats, 31 inches or shorter will be of less value. The date the bat was made. Older bats will sell at a higher price. To find out how old your Mickey Mantle Hillerich and Bradsby bat is and other information on Mickey Mantle bats, visit the link below. Louisville Slugger Bat Dating.
What is the value of a Mickey Mantle 125 Louisville Slugger bat with MM three on the knob?
As with everything in collecting Condition is everything. The 225LL Mickey Mantle Little league store model bat could sell from anywhere between $20.00 -$75.00 depending on Year Issued, and condition. I will include links to help you in dating your bat, and a page with other Mickey Mantle Little league Bats. I will also up date that page soon and include the 225LL. You would not believe how many different Mickey Mantle endorsed bats are out there.
What is the value of a Hillerich and Bradsby official Mickey Mantle 250 baseball bat?
Mickey Mantle H&B 250 BatA Mickey Mantle H&B 250 baseball bat is worth about $50. to $100. in Excellent - Near Mint condition. If the bat show use it could sell for under $50. The 250 designation was applied to the model of bats offered by Louisville Slugger that for a time, was the highest price bat in their lineup selling for more money then their pro model 125 signature series.
How much is a cracked Mickey Mantle bat worth?
If the bat is a store model it will have little collectors value if any. Store model bats typically have the size stamped into the knob. For example a "3" would mean it is a 33 inch bat. If the bat is a game used bat used by Mantle it will have value but, you would need proper provenance to accompany the bat. More information would be needed to determine this.
What is the Value of Mickey Mantle Grand Slam model Louisville Slugger with 3 stamped on the knob?
Mickey Mantle Louisville Slugger 33 inch Grand Slam BatIn general a Mickey Mantle Louisville Slugger Grand Slam 33 inch store model bat in unused excellent -near/mint condition is worth about $50.-$75. in used but not abused excellent condition about $35.-$50. The bulk of the value will be determined by the condition, age, and model of the bat. Longer, older and higher grade bats will sell for more. With Louisville slugger bats in short, if your bat has the size stamped into the knob it is a store model bat. This is placed there to help the buyer identify the size of the bat. Examples of this would be number like; 3, 03, 33, or MM3. These markings will indicate a 33 inch bat.
How do you determine if a baseball bat is game used?
Game used - Game Issued With Louisville slugger, and Adirondack bats in short, if your bat has the size stamped into the knob it is a store model bat. This is placed there to help the buyer identify the size of the bat. Examples of this would be number like; 6, 06 036, 36, MM6, PR6. These marking will indicate a 36 inch bat. When letters proceed the number like MM6 or PR6 it is indicating the player model initials followed by the size, In this case MM6 Mickey Mantle 36 inch, and PR6 Pete Rose 36 inch. Game used, and Professional model bats are two different animals. A game used bat would have to come with the proper paperwork, or a letter of provenance showing the chain of custody from the player that used the bat to the person that currently owns the bat. Without this you just have a pro model bat. It would otherwise be difficult to prove that the bat was actually used by the player. Adirondack Professional model bats will typically have the model number on the knob followed by a Letter. for example Hank Aaron used a 63 A, Mickey Mantle used a 288 D. Louisville slugger began using model numbers on the knob in 1943 then moving the model number to the barrel in 1977. For example a K55 Mickey Mantle pro model would have K55 on the knob as opposed to the store model bat with K55 appearing on the barrel. Dating the bat could be important.
When was Mickey Leon born?
Mickey Leon was born in 1973, in Bat Yam, Israel.
How much is a Mickey Mantle K55 worth?
Mickey Mantle Louisville Slugger K55 Store Model BatIn general a Mickey Mantle Louisville Slugger 125 K55 full size, store model bat in unused excellent -near/mint condition is worth about $75.-$150. in used but not abused excellent condition about $50.-$100. The bulk of the value will be determined by the condition, and age. Longer, older and higher grade bats will sell for more.With Louisville slugger bats in short, if your bat has the size stamped into the knob it is a store model bat. This is placed there to help the buyer identify the size of the bat. Examples of this would be number like; 4, 04, 34, and in this case MM4. These markings will indicate a 34 inch bat. When letters proceed the number like MM4 it is indicating the player model initials followed by the size, In this case MM4 Mickey Mantle 34 inch. This number as the 125 in the center brand is not a model number. A bat closest in size, and mode to the bat a player used during his career will have a higher value.Mickey Mantle was known to use Models M110, K55, and P72. Louisville slugger began using model numbers on the knob in 1943 then moving the model number to the barrel in 1977. For example a K55 Mickey Mantle pro model would have K55 on the knob as opposed to the store model bat with K55 appearing on the barrel. The "125" refers to the grade of wood used to make the bat. "125" is the highest grade and is reserved for all pro level bats. The "125" bats are also used for the highest quality store model bats.The dating of the bat is one of the most important factors on value along with condition. Hillerich & Bradsby Co. Louisville Slugger has used different oval center brands in their history. By identifying the center label, trade marks, and patens you can narrow down the year to what era the bat was made.
