Club: Child's smooth-face Mid-iron

Maker: Unknown

Year: c.1890s

Shaft: Hickory, probably original, straight shaft. Vintage grip.

Length: 30.25"

Condition: Good for age. Some knocks and dents as to be expected with a well used child's club.

Other details:

This child's Mid-iron was owned and part of the David Stirk (Golf historian and co-author of "Golf In The Making") collection. David's hand written notes on the club are attached, giving a description and condition report of the club. The description reads;

"No.37  Mid-iron. No markings. Hand made c.1890. A child's club. Shaft. Hickory Grip. Leather: Thin, probably original. Clubs specifically made for children are uncommon"

Note: Ball is not included but is shown alongside the club head for scale.