2016 Ryder Cup Week Golf Memorabilia Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/2/2016
Cochrane's Ltd. of Edinburgh Special Mammoth Niblick (Giant) W/"Bowline Knot" Mark
When dealing with Cochrane's Ltd. Mammoth Niblicks, as well as Super Giant Niblicks, the authenticity of the piece will be scrutinized it's essential that the appropriate markings be located. With many modern copies in existence, extended homework of the club is a necessity. The face of this genuine J.P. Cochrane & Co. Mammoth Niblick measures 4 x 3 3/4 inches, has it's original grip in addition to it's hickory shaft. The back of the blade itself, not including any of the hosel, measures 4 1/4 inches wide, heel to toe. As Jeffrey Ellis points out in "The Clubmaker's Art" the the scarcity of these Giants, "Super-giant niblicks are truly rare items about which little is known." and "The author knows of eight such super-giants". Presented to you is a sound, well reviewed example of this highly popular classic early 1920's club, genuine in every way and in extraordinary condition this represents the ultimate of collectibles in the giant niblick family.
Back stamping reads:
Special
Mammoth
Niblick
Warranted
Hand Forged
Please note: This auction will end at 7:00pm EST on Sunday, October 2nd 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
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