C.1897 Wright Ditson STANDARD Deep Face GOLF CLUB Iron Start Price USD 89.99 Current Price USD 89.99 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price USD 95.99 Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, November 29, 2008 End Time Saturday, December 06, 2008 Location Franklin, North Carolina See more about 'C.1897 Wright Ditson STANDARD Deep Face GOLF CLUB Iron' Description This is a heavy smooth-faced hickory-shafted iron by Wright & Ditson.  It is marked on the head and the shaft with the same “Standard” brand.  In 1994, J.M. Cooper released the book, Early United States Golf Clubs by A.G. Spalding & Bros., Wright & Ditson and Bridgeport Gun Implement Co. In the section on Wright & Ditson, several of the Standard clubs are shown. This club was probably designed for use with gutty balls. It is a mashie, and although the shaft is right, the leather grip and whipping are probably replacements. There is a very slight concavity on the hitting surface that would have made the club more forgiving, but we cannot find reference to it having been done intentionally. The overall length of the club is 37 inches, and the shaft is straight.  It would probably be a good play club for a gutty set.  This wonderful antique golf club is offered with NO RESERVE and with the opportunity to Buy It Now.  Buyer agrees to pay shipping.  Insurance is OPTIONAL at the buyer's discretion.  Delivery confirmation is included in the cost of shipping.  The cost of shipping is determined by weight and destination.  There is no handling charge.  International buyers, please email if you would like an estimate to your location. When possible, shipping can be combined on multiple purchases.  Paypal is welcome.  Happy shopping!! Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Place a Bid!