Cal Ripken Fielders Glove Bought for a "Song" on eBay

[CollectGU]

Howard,

It is the same glove, and I can simply tell you that it has been confirmed by Bob Clevenhagen, the actual maker of these gloves, that there is not a problem with the lining as was originally noted on the forum.

Regards,

Dave

[yankees159]

In my opinion, this post shows me that dealers and auction houses aren't the only entities that possibly engage in questionable ethical dealings in order to make $$$. It's sad what this industry has become. THINGS MUST CHANGE!

[sportscentury]

Just curious as to whether Heritage is auctioning the Ripken glove and, if so, would someone please provide me with the link to it (I cannot find it)?

Thank you.

[ironmanfan]

I did notice that they have pulled an image of it from their most recent auction preview advertisement in SCD...Hopefully they'll have a shred of character and not auction it...

[hblakewolf]

As an update to my previous post on this subject......

After speaking with Chris Ivie at Heritage, I understand that the glove in question was forwarded to Mr. Clevenhagen at Rawlings, in order to determine its authenticity, or lack of.

According to Chris, Mr. Clevenhagen has provided written confirmation that the glove was indeed made for Cal Ripken Jr. and shipped to him or his agent for his use on the field. Chris indicated he did not have the letter in front of him, however, provided the above summary. Likewise, he said it will be relisted for their upcoming auction, and Mr. Clevenhagen's information included.

This entire thread leaves me extremely confused. From the previous posts, one is led to believe that Dave O'Brien's glove is completely fake. Note, according to the posts, it was purchased off of Ebay as a game used glove, however, Victor at AMI would not include it in his auction, based upon glove expert Denny Eskin's opinion that it was not manufactured to Ripken's specifications, i.e, the interior lining was not correct. Dave indicated that he had since sent it to Clevenhagen, who confirmed it to be legit. After a second examination, Mr. Clevenhagen again has stated, in writing, that the glove is legit. No faults were noted.

It appears Dave O'Brien has done his homework, received written confirmation from Rawlings as to the authenticity, and is in receipt of a nice Ripken glove.

Howard Wolf
hblakewolf@patmedia.net

[allstarsplus]

As an update to my previous post on this subject......


It appears Dave O'Brien has done his homework, received written confirmation from Rawlings as to the authenticity, and is in receipt of a nice Ripken glove.

Howard Wolf
hblakewolf@patmedia.net

Howard - Thanks for the Post. That should define this glove in its worse case as "game issued" so congrats to Dave!

I for one still have doubts that Cal ever used it on the field of play due to the oil patterns, but the news is encouraging!

Andrew

[3arod13]

Cal Ripken Jr. glove sold for $2,900

http://cgi.liveauctions.ebay.com/ws/...159249676&rd=1

[allstarsplus]

Strange $ amount when the auction said $3,000 starting bid. Does anyone have the background? Bidders: 0

Bidders:0 Total Bids:1 Time Ended:Oct-27-07 12:00:04 PDT
This item has ended.

[RobSteinmetz]

Check again guys. If you are following the live auction on Heritage's site, it pretty clearly states that the glove did not sell. There is an option to buy the glove now for $3500 and change.

Rob

[allstarsplus]

Check again guys. If you are following the live auction on Heritage's site, it pretty clearly states that the glove did not sell. There is an option to buy the glove now for $3500 and change.

Rob

Rob - It shows as sold. $3,000 + 19.5% BUYER'S PREMIUM

Lot: 19658
Auction: 708 1990's Cal Ripken, Jr. Game Used Fielder's Glove. For the serious game used equipment collector, the fielder's glove is con...

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Sold for: $3,585.00 (includes BP)

Bid Source: N/A

Ended:Oct 26, 2007

Buyer's Premium:19.5% of the successful bid (minimum $9.00 per lot)

Auction Name:2007 October Signature Sports Collectibles Auction - Session II #708