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Up for sale is a fantastic piece of baseball history: a vintage J.C. Higgins Model 1652 leather baseball glove, proudly bearing the stamped endorsement of San Francisco Giants legendary third baseman Jim Davenport.
Because Sears retired the J.C. Higgins house brand name in the early 1960s, this specific crossover model can be confidently dated to the golden era of 1958–1961. While branded for Sears, Roebuck & Co., this high-quality \"Pro Special\" retail tier glove was contract-manufactured by Wilson Sporting Goods, featuring their iconic classic leather construction and deep pocket design.
Item Specifics & Details:
* Brand: J.C. Higgins (Sears, Roebuck & Co. house brand)
* Manufacturer: Wilson Sporting Goods (Contract build)
* Model Number: 1652
* Player Endorsement: Jim Davenport (San Francisco Giants)
* Handedness: Right Hand Throw (Glove goes on the left hand)
* Era: Late 1950s / Early 1960s (approx. 1958–1961)
* Youth Model - approx sz: 10
* Leather: The leather remains soft and pliable / structurally sound
* Stamps: Both the \"J.C. Higgins 1652\" logo and the \"Jim Davenport\" signature stamps in the pocket are crisp and highly legible
* Interior: The inner lining and finger slots are clean and comfortable / showing normal wear from age.
This is an excellent, highly collectible display piece perfect for any vintage baseball memorabilia collection, SF Giants fan, or department-store history enthusiast.
Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to judge the exact cosmetic condition for yourself. The item pictured is the exact glove you will receive. Ships quickly and securely packed!
