Help ID laced Heel Mitt
Posted:
April 2nd, 2021, 9:55 pmby catcher#5
Found this early 1900’s laced heel on eBay. Anyone, please chime in on what you may think the years of make are, maker, and other thoughts. The mitt has a faint crescent, reformed pocket that is double stitched, rivet edge, laced heel and interesting web design. Any and all thoughts appreciated.
Thanks,
Hal
Re: Help ID laced Heel Mitt
Posted:
April 3rd, 2021, 8:19 amby glovejunkie
I’m by no means an expert on this stuff like a few others that may chime in on this one are....but my first thoughts are D&M or Victor, based on seeing other similar examples, owning a few, and also looking on JD’s website. Seems like the type of buckle back strap and shape that both those companies often used and has a lot of the same style stitching patterns, etc. it’s roughly a TOC mitt, 1900-1910 I’d say. Cool mitt, good pickup, maybe it’ll even clean up a bit for ya;). Good luck on the hunt for some more!!
Re: Help ID laced Heel Mitt
Posted:
April 3rd, 2021, 2:13 pmby catcher#5
Thank you for your “expert” opinion! I have 10 laced heel mitts and have become somewhat obsessed with their design. Always in the hunt.
Take care
Hal