Spalding Schenectady HICKORY SHAFT Putter RARE Patent Applied For

The famous Schenectady putter patented on March 24th, 1903 by Frank Knight of Schenectady, NY and produced by the A.G. Spalding & Bros. Co. from Chicopee, MA.This is the rare "Patent Applied For" version that preceded the "Pat. March 24, 1903" stamped model.  Only a few known examples of the "Patent Applied For" model exist today and this one displays very nicely with deep stamps, original shaft, original Spalding shaft stamp, and what looks like the original grip.Shaft is tight to head and the grip is intact as well; this one could even be played!  Shaft has a slight bow that makes the lie angle a little more upright than originally intended.  Estimated lie angle is about 72 degrees---the modern standard (hickory era putters were flatter, averaging 66 degrees). Length is 35".A rare cornerstone collectible for a serious golf club collection.