Racquet, Circa 1926

Physical description

A Wright & Ditson 'WLS Blue Ribbon' tennis racquet. String whipping and blue plastic reinforcements around shoulders. Racquet model name 'BLUE RIBBON' , printed along throat on obverse and model name 'WLS' printed as lightning bolts across throat on reverse. Manufacturer name and place of manufacture printed on right side of shaft. Octagonal fine-grooved handle, with leather end wrap. Materials: Wood, Metal, Lacquer, Glue, Ink, Leather, Gut, String, Plastic

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