Byron Nelson Signed Book 'Shape Your Swing the Modern Way' JSA ALOA

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Byron Nelson Signed Book 'Shape Your Swing the Modern Way'

Byron Nelson leaves his signature on his autographed 'Shape Your Swing the Modern Way' book, which is a very popular item whenever we have one in The Golf Auction. Nelson signed on the inside cover, leaving a very clear signature in black Sharpie. In 1945, Nelson had a record-breaking year, winning 18 of 35 PGA tournaments including 11 in a row, while also placing 2nd in another record 7 tournaments. During his relatively brief professional career (1935-1946), 'Lord Byron' had 54 career victories, including the 1939 U.S. Open, the 1937 and 1942 Masters, and the 1940 and 1945 PGA Championships. He received the 1994 Old Tom Morris Award from the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, GCSAA's highest honor. Nelson was posthumously awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 2006. One always wonders how Byron would've done had World War II not postponed many golf major tournaments during his prime playing days, we'll never know. Inside the cover, an inscription reads:

To - Joel Smith
Good Golfing
Sincerely
Byron Nelson

This pleasing signature from Byron Nelson has been reviewed by James Spence Authentication (JSA), and their letter of authenticity comes with this lot.

Please note: This auction will end at 7:00pm EST on Sunday, JULY 31st with EXTENDED BIDDING to follow. All items in the auction will remain open until no items have received a bid within a 15 minute time period. All lots are free to be bid on until extended bidding has ended