Any expert opinions on this Big Mac bat?
McGwire bat
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Re: McGwire bat
A few of us were discussing this bat offline. The description from the seller sounds great but I have a hard time seeing the use that he describes on the bat.
I would need to see a better picture of the knob to see the batch number but it looks like a legit Mac bat based on what I can see. You are probably making sure that it is a legit game used vs a legit game issued.
Not sure if the flash on the camera drowned out the color but the pine tar looked too light in color to me compared to the Mac's that I own and generally see, but again, could be from the camera flash. I also like to see the lathe striations but again they can be there and just don't see it due to the camera work.
Prices are definitely increasing on McGwire again.
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Re: McGwire bat
I am the one offering the bat for sale. I purchased from Art Jaffe back in 2000. Here is a better picture of the knob. I also added a picture of the best seam mark on the bat. There are 5-6 good marks. I believe Mark stopped using this bat due to one slight grain separation on the backside of the barrel. If it had more use, it would be more than a $1000 bat (in my opinion).
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Re: McGwire bat
I am the one offering the bat for sale. I purchased from Art Jaffe back in 2000. Here is a better picture of the knob. I also added a picture of the best seam mark on the bat. There are 5-6 good marks. I believe Mark stopped using this bat due to one slight grain separation on the backside of the barrel. If it had more use, it would be more than a $1000 bat (in my opinion).
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Re: McGwire bat
Bonds' memorabilia was never really in demand. even in his peak, there was always more of a demand for mac stuff then bonds.Comment
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Re: McGwire bat
I appreciate all your feedback guys. I took in your comments and conducted additional research (mcgwire.com, getty images, former auctions, previous forum topics, etc...) and pulled the trigger with a high comfort level. I've always wanted a 1998 McGwire, and am looking forward to finally scratching that goal off my list and getting this bat in hand.Comment
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