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Lot 141:
Description
Offered here is a Harvey Kuenn Adirondack professional model 143S “Special Order” game-used baseball bat dating to his Philadelphia Phillies tenure, circa 1966–1968. The bat measures 33 inches in length and weighs approximately 32 ounces.The bat is factory stamped with the Adirondack professional center brand and model number 143S. The “S” designation indicates a special order shorter model, reflecting player-specific ordering preferences beyond standard catalog specifications. At 33", this example represents a custom length variation consistent with the special-order suffix, paired with a substantial 32 oz. weight.The bat exhibits strong and convincing professional game use, including visible ball marks, stitch impressions, rack marks, finish wear, and general handling consistent with on-field play. The overall wear patterns align with a veteran contact hitter’s use during the later stages of his career.Harvey Kuenn was the 1953 American League Rookie of the Year and a perennial .300 hitter across a 15-year Major League career. During his time with the Philadelphia Phillies (1966–1968), Kuenn served as a respected veteran presence and versatile contributor, adding to an already distinguished career that included multiple All-Star selections and a 1959 AL batting title.Professional Adirondack special-order bats from Kuenn’s late-career Phillies period are scarce and highly desirable, particularly examples displaying clear factory markings and strong game-use characteristics.A desirable and seldom-seen special-order gamer from one of baseball’s most consistent hitters of the 1950s and 1960s—an excellent addition to any advanced game-used or vintage Major League bat collection.
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