Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

[DTM5]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

So playing devils advocate of what I'm hearing from responses... GU items are no longer game used unless photomatched to gameplay? So now all PSA/DNA and Beckett COA, mears COA etc, are obsolete unless accompanied by a photomatch? So should we in the hobby go as far to say an item is not game used unless photomatched? Wow, lots of collectors better start doing their homework and learn how to photomatch and/or I just help raised stock for John Robinson at resolution photomatching!!! Should we go so far and say no one on this site can attempt to sell an item as game used unless there is a photomatch of game play? According to these responses most, if not all your items in your collection are no longer game used until photomatched to game play!!! Make sure no one purchases any upcoming items in any auction unless photomatched to game play, and auction houses should not accept your consignments or be able to sell an item with just a COA stating it's game used.

[3arod13]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

Not correct. There are many items authentic, with or without an LOA. Nobody is telling you that your bat isn’t authentic. Remember, these are opinions (things to think about and consider). Even when I looked at the cards of Griffey Jr. holding the bat, there are no fans in the stands. So I thought maybe a setup photo shoot or done much earlier before a game. It could be a GU or BP bat, who really knows. So for me, I would have passed on it (but that's me). As you can see, it could raise questions for many collectors. I posted a bat on GUU years ago, in which it was authenticated by top authenticators in the hobby and the player himself. After many OPINIONS from GUU members (yes, I initially defended my bat and would have continued until my death), but after much research, I found video of the game that showed he didn’t even use the same style bat in the game. Many purchase items, then do research, only to find the item isn’t authentic. Proceed with caution and do your homework is always preached on GUU. It has educated me to the point where I have become a hardcore researcher. Again, if you’re happy with the bat, that’s all that matters!

[truvalue123]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

Let's go off on another tangent..how/where were you able to obtain this awesome bat? It didn't seem to come from one of the major auction houses since it seems new to the market.

[swainer]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

Dude, that is one awesome bat! Take all of the comments with a grain of salt. I don't believe anyone is trying to downplay how great this bat is (and if they are, they are just jealous). I'm extremely happy for you to find this bat! I found a similar grail about 6 months ago. I'm a huge Lance Parrish collector and was contacted out of the blue asking if I had any interest in a Parrish 76 bicentennial bat. I didn't even think one existed!! Since his rookie year was 78 (he had a cup of coffee in Sept. of 77), I didn't even think to look for one. It doesn't appear to have much use if any. But you know what? Jimmy cracked corn and I don't care!!!!! Much like you, I have a bat I never thought I'd own and I'm happy as hell!!!

Thanks for sharing and congrats!

[seanbaseball]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

Its a very cool bat. Im sure it has nice value but less than a regular Griffey rookie bat. As was said the most important thing is that U like it!

[truvalue123]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

Why would it have LESS value than another Griffey rookie bat? They already have a range...Especially with use, preparation, a photo match to Griffey Jr. himself, and, a rock solid Taube letter? Are there ANY Griffey ROOKIE bats with a photo match to game play?
Look at the number of rookie bats on pricerealized.com...very few..none with photo match.

[yankees506]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

I highly doubt griffey would have grabbed a bat that he was not using for a photoshoot. Even if it is his dads bat placing it in his hands during his rookie season/ era is incredible and amazing it has survived the years. I would not care to match it to "game use" its matched period at least imo. Great bat man!

[DTM5]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

So what makes any "regular" Griffey Jr. Rookie bat more valuable than this bat? Last time I've checked, I've only seen Griffey Jr. rookie bats with same COA this bat has, besides the bat Ken Goldin pointed out that had a letter written by a fan attesting to acquiring the bat. Something is only worth what one is willing to pay for an item. Look what Arron Judge stuff is selling for...an absolute joke! This is a one-of-kind bat never seen before and photomatched to more items than any other bat. I've see a handful of black LS rookie bats and rawlings. Those are not as unique in my eyes!!

Oh wait, sorry...I said was done defending the bat!!! Haha

[seanbaseball]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

Why would it have LESS value than another Griffey rookie bat? They already have a range...Especially with use, preparation, a photo match to Griffey Jr. himself, and, a rock solid Taube letter? Are there ANY Griffey ROOKIE bats with a photo match to game play?
Look at the number of rookie bats on pricerealized.com...very few..none with photo match.

is there even a style/ model match to him using this type of bat in a game? without the Jr. if not it has to be worth less than a model that u can put in his hands in a game in his rookie season. as of now this is a photo shoot bat............are there any ball marks?

[swainer]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

is there even a style/ model match to him using this type of bat in a game? without the Jr. if not it has to be worth less than a model that u can put in his hands in a game in his rookie season. as of now this is a photo shoot bat............are there any ball marks?

He's already stated what the PSA letter states "Ken,

To answer your question the PSA/DNA COA (GU9) states "Cooper model C271 Ken Griffey Jr. professional model bat shows evidence of excellent use with handle crack. Several ball marks and ball stitch impressions are visible on the right barrel. Ball marks include blue ink transfers. Cleat marks are visible on right and left barrel......"

I also failed to mention that there is a "24" written on the top barrel in fading marker that is documented in the COA as well, that would also point in the direction of Jr. using the bat."

[yankees506]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

Can't we just let the man be happy with his photomatch? I haven't seen him claim the bat is worth any dollar amount. Are we really going to nitpick game use on the bat? Its an amazing find regardless. This thread is taking a sour feel when we should be congratulating a fellow collector on an really rare find.

[DTM5]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

Amen to that Yankees506 and those of you that have offer kind words as well.

[seanbaseball]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

Can't we just let the man be happy with his photomatch? I haven't seen him claim the bat is worth any dollar amount. Are we really going to nitpick game use on the bat? Its an amazing find regardless. This thread is taking a sour feel when we should be congratulating a fellow collector on an really rare find.

The post really took on a tone of hyping his bat........starting to seem like hyping for the purpose of future auction listing? Maybe im wrong but thats the sense i get. Its a great bat but doesnt compare to Aaron Judge items in terms of value imo.

[DTM5]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

No Mayweather vs. McGregor hype here for an upcoming auction. Just wanted
to share my find of the century and a bat that has not been seen in almost 30 years.

[seanbaseball]

Re: Rarest...most photomatched Ken Griffey Jr. Rookie bat!?!

No Mayweather vs. McGregor hype here for an upcoming auction. Just wanted
to share my find of the century and a bat that has not been seen in almost 30 years.

LOL I hear u and its VERY cool