Antique Vintage Winton, Montrose & London, “The Bert” Hickory Dead Stop Niblic

Here is a very rare Winton, Montrose & London, “The Bert” hickory shafted dead stop mashie niblic, circa 1900. This is the first Winton square groove club that I have ever seen, very scarce. The head has a deep square groove face pattern design, the marking on the head are clear and visible. Its condition is good and it shows very little ware and marks. The club was lightly cleaned and the head was carefully hand-polished to remove the oxidation and years of neglect.   Winton & co (Montrose and London) the Winton family start club making at several locations round 1890, from 1910 they operated together as a family business. Winton’s sold the legendary putter Calamity Jane. This putter and a later copy was used, by Bobby Jones throughout his carrier. Winton clubs can be recognized by a diamond cleek mark. 
The head measures a lengthy 3.5 inches and the club face in 2.5 inch deep. The club is approximately 36.5 inches long.   The shaft appears to be the original hickory shaft. The grip appears to be the original, see photos. The head is tight through the hosel with no wobble when you twist it, and no cracks to the hosel. This club would make a great player, or an excellent addition to anyone’s collection.