Antique Hickory Wood J Winton Splice Neck Semi Long Nose Putter 1890? COA

This item is a right handed 32.5" putter. Made in the long nose style but a transitional head length. Marked on the crown simply J Winton. Presumably this is the famous clubmaker from Montrose James Winton. He made quality wood and iron clubs in his shop up until his death in 1907. His business passed to his family and them became William Winton & Co Montrose. This club comes with a COA from one Iain Walker of Antique Golf in Scotland stating the club is a Putter ca. 1890 with a beech head. Not sure who Walker is or if this information is totally accurate. My best guess it is somewhat later than 1890. In any event, the head is in good condition and is crack free. Bone or horn leading edge held by three wood dowels. No serious dings. Please look at the multiple zoom pictures for a better idea of condition. The shaft is the most likely original hickory. There is a bend to the shaft that gives it a flatter lie angle. Is this an intentional St Andrews bend or does it just have some warpage to it? I have no idea. I see no cracks and it is tight at the scare joint. Held in place by some older looking but newer whipping that is coming unravelled at the bottom. The grip is an long leather wrap that is in fair vintage condition. Below the grip is an old yak hole that no doubt marked the bottom of an older grip. Nice old display club. Shipping in the US is calculated for this item and based on a 2 pound box. The closer you are to me in NC (27712 zip) the less shipping will be. This is the way the carriers work and unfortunately shipping has become more expensive recently. On top of that, most buyers don't realize that eBay and Paypal take almost 15% of what I receive as stated shipping (out of $10 I only receive $8.50). International shipping will be via Priority Mail and also based on a 2 pound box. It will vary by destination so please ask before buying. In accordance with the current Ebay policy I am only allowed to state that I accept payment via Paypal. NC residents must add 7.5% sales tax.