169 $
Description
Here is a very early, Wright & Ditson –of Boston MA, splice neck hickory shafted wood (6), circa 1900. The head has a scored line face pattern. The marking on the head are faint but still visible. Its condition is good and it shows normal ware for its age. The club was cleaned and the head was carefully hand-polished to remove the oxidation and years of neglect. Wright and Ditson Boston Wright and Ditson, A Boston Company, was one of the US mass-producers of clubs towards the end of the hickory era and, on that basis, would not warrant a mention here were it not for the connection of the company with two of the pivotal figures in US golf. Firstly, the founder of the company, George Wright, who was a baseball player with the Washington Nationals, persuaded Albert Goodwill Spalding to abandon office life for professional sport and the rest, as they say, is history. He also played a part in bringing Harry Vardon over for the exhibition tour of 1900 but, from a Scottish perspective, it was the company's successful attempt to bring A H Findlay in, in 1899, to design a range of clubs which is of most interest. Working for a railroad company, Findlay designed a host of courses in America and may even have laid out a six holer in Nebraska in 1885, pre-dating the St Andrew's Club in New York generally accepted as being the pioneer in the 19th century re-introduction of golf in the country. The connection with Spalding goes further as, around the mid 1890s, Spalding bought a substantial shareholding in Wright and Ditson and many of the two companies clubs were produced in the same factory. The head measures a lengthy 3 inches and the club face in 1.25 inch deep. The club is approximately 42 inches long. The shaft appears to be the original hickory shaft with stamping that read (Wright & Ditson). The grip appears to be original and in fair condition with normal wear and tear, see photos. The head is tight to the hosel with no movement when twisted. This club would make a excellent addition to anyone’s collection. Thanks and check out our other Antique/Vintage golf collectibles that are for sale on eBay Please Note: WE DO OUR VERY BEST TO DESCRIBE THE ITEMS WE LIST HONESTLY AND TAKE PRIDE IN BEING REPUTABLE TRUSTWORTHY SELLERS. YOUR SATISFACTION IS VERY IMPORTANT TO US. PLEASE CONTACT WITH ANY QUESTIONS. Most orders will be shipped within 5-10 business days from receiving your payment unless otherwise noted, can ship order SOONER if requested. Shipping rates apply ONLY to the USA lower 48 states. I can combine shipping on most transactions. Please wait for us to send you a combined invoice before paying. We cannot combine shipping if you pay for your items separately or on different dates. Shipping Methods: Domestic Shipping: Throughout the United States, I primarily use United States Postal Service (USPS Priority), I will price USPS ground if requested. I use United Parcel Service (UPS) for substantially larger items. Delivery confirmation or tracking is included with every package. International Shipping: I offer worldwide, international shipping on select items. International packages are sent using United States Postal Service (USPS). Please contact me with questions regarding international shipping quotes or other questions regarding international shipping Please keep in mind that the delivery time depends on the shipping carrier and the shipping method. ITEM MUST BE RETURNED WITHIN: 7 DAYS REFUND WILL BE GIVEN AS: merchandise credit Return Policy details: If the items are not as described, we will offer a Merchandise refund. In most cases this will be minus shipping and eBay/PayPal fees, although if it was a blatant mistake by us we'll pick up everything. Bottom line, we want you happy!
