Original U.S. WWII U.S.-Marked Softball Catcher’s Glove Mitt by Goldsmith - Dated 1945
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Original Item. Only One Available. The 1940s were a time of transition, both for this country as well as the sport of baseball. America was plunged into World War II, and with the enlistment of many "able-bodied men", the very face of baseball changed. Every man that enlisted in the service was given the standard set of "Government Issue" (G.I.) equipment: uniform, helmet, socks, T-shirts, boots.... For a time back in the 1940s, the Military also issues baseball equipment to the troops! This was endorsed by the President, who said that baseball should continue, even during time of war, to keep this Country together.
This is a very scarce WWII-dated U.S. Army Softball glove manufactured by Goldsmith of Cincinnati, Ohio. It is marked as model SB70 and has a “Gripper Pocket”.
The back strap is stamped:
U.S.
5-1945
This denotes May 1945 manufacture. The leather is worn but it could still be used today. The securing button is retained. The mitt has moderate wear and service use, with the material wearing away heavily at the bottom edges.
A great example, ready for further research and display.
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