Rare Hillerich & Bradsby model W215, from the 1966 season, is uncracked and shows evidence of outstanding use. Very slight checking from ball contact on the back barrel that has been repaired. Ball marks and stitch impressions are visible on the right, left and back barrel. Perfect contact points for Mantle a switch hitter. The model number (W215) is stamped into the knob. The W215 model allows us to pinpoint May 6th, 1966 as the date the bat was shipped to Mantle. This is the only date during the labeling period in which the W215 model was ordered by Mantle.  Accompanying the bat is a Letter of Authenticity from the former owner, whose father received the bat from Yankees pitcher Mel Stottlemyre. The bat has been graded a PSA GU 9. A great bat of the Yankees Iconic 3-time MVP Hall of Fame slugger!

The bat is accompanied by a PSA Letter of Authenticity.