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This category is for questions relating to the equipment used in baseball such as the gloves/mitts, the bats, all of the safety gear the catchers and umpires wear as well anything else that you can think of which includes the evaluation equipment that evaluates the umpires' performances as well as the instant replay equipment.

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What did a baseball glove cost in 1950?

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a baseball glove in 1932 cost just about 37 CENT

What is the rules on size of bats used in Alabama middle school division?

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Tempe Arizona schools say -5 is the maximum weight to length ratio for 7th grade. However Gilbert Public Schools say that 7th graders can use any bat! Hmmmm

What is the date of a Louisville Slugger with the number 40 in the emblem?

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The 40 model bat can date as far back as the 1920's.and was only second to the 125 bat in quality.

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.

For example: a bat made between 1916 - 1929 will have HILLERERICH & BRADSBY Co in the center label as opposed to J.F. HILLERERICH & SON Co as the bats made before. TRADE MARK REG US PAT OFF appears below the oval and changed to TRADE MARK REG in 1930.

"Bone Rubbed" is a process to harden the surface of the bat and appears on bats made in the 1920s The "Powerized"process was first used, and patented by the Hillerich & Bradsby Co. in 1931 and has pat. pending beneath the stamp. Powerized and Bone Rubbed" logo is used during the 1932 season. In 1933 and 1934 you will see it stamped "Powerized and Oil Tempered" which usually is a very light heat foil type print. in 1935 until present, they go with just "Powerized"

I will leave a link below to help you date your Louisville Slugger bat.

What does the number 125 mean on a Louisville Slugger?

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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 125 is not the Model number. Louisville slugger began using model numbers on the knob in 1943 then moving the model number to the barrel in 1977.

Flame Tempered is a process of drying and hardening the wood with lower grade baseball bats. If your bat reads "Flame tempered it is a store model bat. "Powerized" is used on higher grade bats, and professional models. "Bone Rubbed"the same process for hardening the wood appears on bats made in the 1920s

How many Baseballs are made a day?

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There are about 2 million baseballs made each year by the Rawlings company. This means that there are about 5,480 baseballs made each day.

Why does Sonic wear gloves?

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that's the way the sonic artists drew him.

What is the value and age of a Louisville Slugger Nelson Fox model 9 Leader bat with the HB logo Made in USA Hillerich Bradsby co 'R' center label?

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The H&B brand 9 model denotes a lower grade and is a inexpensive retail bat as opposed to the highest grade 125 bats that read HILLERERICH & BRADSBY Co. in the center label. The H&B labeled bats were produced from the 1920's through the 1970's, and the "R" registered trade mark would date the bat to the mid to late 1960's

A 1960's H&B 9 Nelson Fox Leader baseball bat is worth about $25. -$50. in excellent used but not abused condition - excellent unused condition. A near mint bat will sell fore more. The size of the bat will be a factor in value with Little League sized bats selling for less.

See Related Links below for similar bats with the H&B logo (77 Team Leader bats) and a Louisville Slugger Bat dating chart.

What is the value of a hillerich and bradsby NO-200C softball bat?

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The bulk of the value on most collectible baseball bats relies on player endorsements. Without a player endorsement, the value will rely on vintage baseball bat features such as a decal, or special features such as a mushroom knob, a ring bat, ornate engraving, etc. At the present time softball bats have very little collectible value if any. The age of your bat could give it some value if the bat is in good contion.

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 baseball bat dating guide located 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.

Does someone make a baseball glove to fit either hand?

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You can buy left or right handed gloves. But you can not buy a single glove to suit both right and left hands.

I don't know if anyone currently makes one, but I own a Louisville Slugger 1st base mitt that can be worn on either hand. I purchased it in the '70s.

What is Ted Williams model Wilson baseball glove worth?

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Sears partnered up with, and introduced the Ted Williams brand of sporting and recreation goods in 1961. Sears distributed over one million gloves between 1960, and 1980. A Ted Williams Sears Roebuck glove is worth about about $40.-$75. in excellent -near/mint condition. A Glove in mint condition will sell for more. Most common flaws with Gloves are: loose or broken lacing/webbing, Dry or cracking leather, ripped Manufacturer label on back, printing on glove worn out, and the person who owned of the glove, name on it.

What is the hardest wood baseball bat?

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I have had many wood bats but out of all of them either the maple or bamboo was the hardest. As long as you hit the ball on the barrel of the bat you should be just fine with any kind

How much should you spend on a baseball glove?

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The value of a game used glove will vary depending on the player that used the glove. A Mickey Mantle Game Used glove sold for $239,000 to comedian Billy Crystal in 1995. The key to the value of any game used glove is the provenance that accompanies it.

Provenance is the documentation of the history of ownership of a particular item. It allows the buyer to secure additional insight as to the origin or chain of custody of the item. the provenance must come from a verifiable source. For example, a letter that comes from a source like a player, team executive, family member could have great impact while gloves that originate from a particular collection or gloves that come with letters from a spectator may not be given much, if any weight.

What is the value of a 1931 World Series souvenir pennant and miniature bat?

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== == The 1946 World Series featured the St. Louis Cardinals beating the Boston Red Sox. A 1946 World Series souvenir baseball bat is worth about $75.-$150. in excellent to near/mint condition. Some souvenir bats came with a mini pennant attached to it and with the pennant could sell as high as $300.

Is there a 1950's al kaline hillerich and bradsby bat?

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Al Kaline Louisville Slugger store model baseball batIn general an Al Kaline Hillerich and Bradsby Louisville Slugger store model baseball bat is worth about $30. -$50. in excellent condition. Size, model, Age, and condition will all effect the value. A baseball bat closest to the one Al Kaline used will sell at the highest value. Little league bats will sell for less. Mint condition bats will sell at a higher value.

If the bat is from the 1950's it might sell for a little more. 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.

Do anyone know anything about a hillerich and bradsby no 52 us army softball bat?

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Armed Forces Softball bat

In general Softball bats have a low collectors value. The bat you have with the US Army Stamping was made by Hillerich and Bradsby for the armed forces. The bulk of a collectible Baseball bat relies on the player that endorsed the bat. Without a player endorsement it will have a low value and the value will rely on vintage bat features if any.

How much is a Reach Official American League Baseball worth?

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Spalding along with the Reach label was producing Major league baseball for about 100 years until Rawlings took over in 1977. To find a value for your baseball you must narrow down the era the baseball is from. The age of the baseball can be found by the stamp of the League predident that appears on the ball.

Foe example Ban Johnson baseballs were made from 1901-1927 and could be worth about $1,200. more or less depending on the condition of the baseball. Joe Cronin baseballs were made from 1959 - 1973 and have a value in the $200. price range.

See related links below for an Official Baseball Dating guide that also features the estimated market value.

What is the age of a Louisville Slugger marked 125 in the trademark oval Larry Berra model?

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Louisville Slugger bat dating guide

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. See Related Links below, and visit the Louisville Slugger bat dating guide. You can match the markings on your bat with the easy to use bat dating chart to get an approximate date for your Yogi Berra bat.

How do you shrink a baseball cap?

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If the cap is made of wool, you can soak it in warm water and then place it on your head. The cap will begin to form to your head as it shrinks.

What type of wood is the louisville slugger bat made of?

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Louisville Slugger bats have been made with a variety of different wood types since the first one was made in 1884. The most popular variety throughout the years has been northern white ash, but today the preference of Major League Baseball players is split primarily between ash and maple.

How much would a 1941 jc Higgins baseball glove worth?

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1941 Wilson Glove

You did not mention the model of the glove, and if it had a player endorsement. The bulk of the value of a collectible glove relies on the player that endorsed it. Without one it will have a low collectors value, and rely on vintage baseball glove features, web style etc. Most likely the glove being from 1941 it is a split finger, and would sell below $30.

How do you repair a baseball glove that has been chewed by your dog?

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You can use a hairdryer or set it on a windowsill. The window magnifies the sun's light and heat so it will dry it quick without using electricity. It will work even better if you have a wooden windowsill that is brown or black. They have a lower albedo, (reflection of heat). I personally suggest the windowsill because it is eco-friendly!

What is the value of a Richie Ashburn Macgregor baseball glove?

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A Richie Ashburn Baseball glove in general is worth about $30.-$75. in excellent - near mint condition. A glove in exceptional mint condition will sell for more. condition is important.

Common flaws with baseball gloves are: loose or broken lacing/webbing, Dry or cracking leather, ripped Manufacturer label on back, printing on glove worn out, and the person who owned the glove, name on it. All or any flaws could bring the price down significantly.

Richie Ashburn a Hall of famer played for the Phillies from 1948-1959, the Cubs in 1960, 1962, and finished his career in 1962 with the Mets. The make, model, and age of the glove will be a factor on value. Manufactures of Richie Ashburn gloves include: Draper and Maynard, MacGregor, and Hutch. Youth Models will sell for less.

I will leave a link below for more information on baseball glove dating, and glove grading guides.

Who has the right of way on the base path in Major league baseball?

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A player can run out of the path (for instance, while rounding the bases) as long as there is not a possible play. Once there is a possible play, the runner must be within 3-4 feet of the base path.

Why is the first base mans glove different?

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The main objective of the first baseman is to catch the ball. A larger glove or mitt, would be an advantage. Infielders need to catch the ball and quickly transfer the baseball from glove to hand, to make a throw. A smaller glove has an advantage.

The infielder also needs to have a feel for the ball to help grab the ball or handle tough ground balls. The first baseman's glove or mitt has extra padding and leather to protect the hand from hard throws.