Lou Gehrig 125 bat

[nomarmauerfan]

Hi guys,
I just purchased a Lou Gehrig 125 store model bat (from the 1940's according to the seller). I paid $150 delivered. It came today and has a small, unnoticeable crack when you run your fingers up the back of the barrell. How does that affect the value since it is a cracked store model bat? I love the bat. But, I want to know that it is worth what I paid. I emailed the seller (it wasn't listed as cracked in the desciption), but haven't heard back. Thanks for the help.

Mike

[nomarmauerfan]

Here are some pics of the bat. Let me know what you think please. Thanks.

Mike

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb220/mikandrea/gehrigbat.jpg
http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb220/mikandrea/gehrigbatknob.jpg
http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb220/mikandrea/gehrigbatcrack2.jpg
http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb220/mikandrea/gehrigbatcrack.jpg

[mjkm90]

That isn't a crack. It is known as checking, and it results from hitting the ball. Very little affect on the value. You did fine on the price and I wouldn't worry about it at all if I were you.

[mjkm90]

FYI that is the proper dating of your bat as well.

[nomarmauerfan]

Thanks so much for taking the time to answer my question. I appreciate your knowledge and help. I love the bat and am happy to know that I made an OK deal. Thanks again and have a great day.

Mike