Al Bumbry LvS Bat Question

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  • BradleyERyon
    Member
    • Feb 2010
    • 75

    Al Bumbry LvS Bat Question

    I have a question regarding an Al Bumbry LvS bat. It is a C243 and is 34 inches long with a cupped end. I was told that this was bought from the Orioles many years ago. Does anyone know if Bumbry used this model bat?

    Many thanks for all of your help!

    Bradley
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  • MSpecht
    Moderator
    • Oct 2005
    • 1431

    #2
    Re: Al Bumbry LvS Bat Question

    Although we do not have Bumbry's complete records, the reference book AMERICA'S BAT shows a "Smoky" Bumbry whose most ordered H & B model was a C243 (often cupped) with dimensions of 34 inches / 32 ounces. It is likely that this is actually Al Bumbry, but I could find no reference for "Smoky" being a common nickname for Al Bumbry. His frequently cited nickname was "Bee" or "Bumblebee," although "Smoky" could have been a reference to his speed and baserunning ability.

    An interesting bit of trivia-- Al Bumbry was awarded a Bronze Star in Viet Nam.

    Mike jackitout7@aol.com

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    • ndevlin
      Senior Member
      • Mar 2008
      • 1362

      #3
      Re: Al Bumbry LvS Bat Question

      Hi Bradley, are you interested in selling this bat? I might be interested.

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      • BradleyERyon
        Member
        • Feb 2010
        • 75

        #4
        Re: Al Bumbry LvS Bat Question

        Mike-

        Thanks for your help. It is most appreciated. Bumbry is a war hero, a baseball hero, and a super nice guy all in one!!

        Nate-

        I'd like to hold on to this bat, but might be interested in a trade for other Oriole items. You can e-mail me at bradleyryon@windstream.net.


        Thanks!


        Bradley
        --------

        Looking Game-Used Items Of Oriole Greats

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        • geoff
          Senior Member
          • Nov 2005
          • 1734

          #5
          Re: Al Bumbry LvS Bat Question

          Email sent.

          geof631@yahoo.com


          Thanksd
          Geoff

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