Racquet, Circa 1924

Physical description

A Spalding 'Kro-Flite' model tennis racquet, featuring whipping around shoulders and shaft. Octagonal shaft and handle with sticker stating: 'GENUINE/CANE'. Has a leather wrapped hand grip and remains of a butt cloth . Model & manufacter name feature across throat. Along shaft on obverse is printed: 'FOR CHAMPIONSHIP PLAY'. Along shaft on reverse is printed: 'STREAMLINED FOR SPEED'. Materials: Wood, Metal, Lacquer, Glue, Leather, Vinyl, Ink, String, Paint, Cane, Adhesive tape

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