2018 February Golf Memorabilia Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/4/2018
Circa 1933 Ernest Jones Hickory Shafted Practice Swing Club - Patented
Ernest Jones had a penchant for golf instruction, more so after serving in World War I and losing his leg. He found he was still able to play a respectable round of golf, even though his body and they way he played had drastically changed. he moved to New York City in the early 1920's as a club professional and began giving indoor golf lessons, as it kept the student from being distracted by the loft of the ball. Some of Jones' notable students included Horton Smith, Henry Cotton, and Glenna Collett Vare. Offered here is Jones' hickory shafted Practice Swing Club. The neck is made from a heavy spring. Jones patented this club around 1933, no doubt to go along with the lessons he taught in person. This club presents in great condition and measures 39 3/4".
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