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Jack Brown’s century bat (117 v. New South Wales) 1894. A ‘Crawford The Exceller Patent’ bat by H.C. Crawford of Plumstead, Kent. Impressed ‘Crawford The Exceller Patent’ to face over splice, ‘J. Wisden and Co London’ to both shoulders, and ‘Crawford’ to handle cap. Below the splice to the face is an inscription in ink in Brown’s own hand, ‘J.T. Brown 117 Sydney Nov 24- 1894’ from Stoddart’s tour to Australia 1894/95. The back of the blade is gently humped, flattening towards the toe. The bound handle is made from one cane split into four segments, unusually with vulcanised rubber strips inserted crossways between the segments, with a good proportion of the original leather grip retained. The bat measures 34.5”, and weighs 2lbs 4oz. Originally from the estate of J.T. Brown. Cracking and loss to face, woodworm affecting the blade, otherwise in good condition. Sold with the late vendors research notes giving further information on the bat.