149 $
Description
Here is a very nice, W. Collins of Scotland –hickory shafted splice neck wood, circa 1900’s. Willie was the pro at Oakland Club in Long Island, in 1905. The head has a smooth face pattern, with a rams horn sole plate with three dowels. The marking on the head are clear and visible. Its condition is good all original, and it shows very little ware and marks. The club was cleaned and the head was carefully hand-polished to remove the oxidation and years of neglect. Richard Collins and Sons
Leith/Tyneside/Staten Is
Richard Collins was born in Leith, the port of Edinburgh, in 1852 and began making clubs in 1871. In 1887 he moved to North Berwick from where he entered the 1889 Open Championship. He went south to the Tyneside club in 1890 and took over as pro at a club where Mungo Park and Willie Park jnr, both Open champions, had filled the role before. Richard Snr was a founder member of the PGA and remained pro at Ryton until 1912. There were three sons active in the golf business: Richard jnr, born in Leith in 1874, who was pro at two clubs in the Tyneside area, Saltburn, 1899-1904 and Cleveland, 1904-1908. Willie went over to New York in 1897 and set up a club and ball importing business at Richmond County CC on Staten Island bringing across items from the Ryton factory run by Richard jnr. Willie was also pro at the Oakland club at Bayside, Long Island. A third brother, Robert T Collins joined Willie in the American side of the business in 1905. The head measures a lengthy 3 inches and the club face in 1.25 inch deep. The club is approximately 43 inches long.
The shaft appears to be the original hickory shaft with the Collins stamp. The grip appears to be a re-grip with normal wear and tear, see pics. The head is tight to the hosel with no movement when twisted, there are no cracks that are visible. This club would make a great addition to anyone’s Collection.
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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!
Leith/Tyneside/Staten Is
Richard Collins was born in Leith, the port of Edinburgh, in 1852 and began making clubs in 1871. In 1887 he moved to North Berwick from where he entered the 1889 Open Championship. He went south to the Tyneside club in 1890 and took over as pro at a club where Mungo Park and Willie Park jnr, both Open champions, had filled the role before. Richard Snr was a founder member of the PGA and remained pro at Ryton until 1912. There were three sons active in the golf business: Richard jnr, born in Leith in 1874, who was pro at two clubs in the Tyneside area, Saltburn, 1899-1904 and Cleveland, 1904-1908. Willie went over to New York in 1897 and set up a club and ball importing business at Richmond County CC on Staten Island bringing across items from the Ryton factory run by Richard jnr. Willie was also pro at the Oakland club at Bayside, Long Island. A third brother, Robert T Collins joined Willie in the American side of the business in 1905. The head measures a lengthy 3 inches and the club face in 1.25 inch deep. The club is approximately 43 inches long.
The shaft appears to be the original hickory shaft with the Collins stamp. The grip appears to be a re-grip with normal wear and tear, see pics. The head is tight to the hosel with no movement when twisted, there are no cracks that are visible. This club would make a great 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!