Lot # 20: c.1880 Wisden Long Spoon

Starting Bid: $500.00

Bids: 0 (Bid History)

Time Left: Auction closed
Lot / Auction Closed




This lot is closed. Bidding is not allowed.

Item was in Auction "Spring 2021",
which ran from 3/3/2021 12:00 PM to
3/20/2021 8:00 PM



John Wisden & Co. became a prominent London sports outfitters in London during the 1870s. The company first offered golf clubs in 1874.  The circa 1880 Wisden long spoon offered here is one of the oldest remaining clubs that bears the Wisden name.  It is stamped "Wisden" on the crown and "John Wisden & Co" 21 Cranbourn St, London WC" on the shaft.

This Wisden Long spoon measures 44" in length and has a nicely lofted, curved face.  The shaft and sheepkin grip are original.  The Clubhead measures 5 1/4" in length, 1 1/8" in face depth, and 1 7/8" in width.  Overall the head is solid and in excellent condition.  A very nice approximately 140-year-old club!

Views: 432