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James Braid 'Autograph' Model Lofting Iron with Concentrated Back





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Club: James Braid Rustless 'Autograph' Model Lofting Iron with Concentrated back.
Maker: William Gibson & Company, Kinghorn, Fife, Scotland.
Year: c.1920s
Shaft: Original stamped 'Gibson's Star A' hickory shaft, straight and firmly fitted to hosel. Visible repair with whipping on shaft 3" above hosel. Vintage 13.5" leather grip.
Length: 37"
Loft: 40 degrees
Swing weight: B7
Condition: Rustless, and good for age with some small dents and scratches commensurate with age. Clear makers' stamp and markings on reverse of blade. Punched face.
Other details: A rustless James Braid 'Autograph' model with concentrated back, putting as much as possible of the weight behind the sweet spot. Made by W. Gibson & Company, Kinghorn, Scotland. James Braid was a five times Open Championship winner and Professional at Walton Heath Golf Club, Walton-on-the-Hill, Surrey (1904-50).
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