Vintage Hazell ' S Streamline Green Star Tennis Racket, Circa 1936, Rare Item
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:54600018 | Brand: Hazell's |
| Match Worn: Match Worn | Sport: Tennis |
| Period: 1930s | Type: Racket |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom |
A true sporting collectable - circa 1936 in original unrestored condition, a rare vintage Hazell's Streamline 'Green Star' tennis racket/racquet, with original stringing (which is of sourse in need of replacing if intending to play with the racket). The unique and patented triple branch design in ash is in remarkable condition and doesn't appear warped at all, with no cracks/splits or repairs visible though obviously showing signs of age & usage. The octagonal handle has it's original ...leather grip with the green & gold 'H' still to be seen on the butt cap.
These rackets were made famous by H Wilfred 'Bunny' Austin, who played at Wimbledon with them in the mid 1930s - the last British player to reach the Men's Final in 1938 (before Sir Andy Murray). This mid thirties frame design was decades ahead of it's time, lightweight and practical. Reputedly invented by Frank Wordsworth Davisthorp, a former player.Produced by Hazell's, -111-113 Mare Street, London E8 and patented on 17th December 1935.
Approx size:- Length 68cm / 26.75”Width 24cm / 9.5”Depth 3.5cm / 1.5”
Please do see the photos as they form part of the description. A very rare and highly desirable piece of tennis memorabilia, a true collector's item and part of the history of tennis in this country, British made and top quality.
These rackets were made famous by H Wilfred 'Bunny' Austin, who played at Wimbledon with them in the mid 1930s - the last British player to reach the Men's Final in 1938 (before Sir Andy Murray). This mid thirties frame design was decades ahead of it's time, lightweight and practical. Reputedly invented by Frank Wordsworth Davisthorp, a former player.Produced by Hazell's, -111-113 Mare Street, London E8 and patented on 17th December 1935.
Approx size:- Length 68cm / 26.75”Width 24cm / 9.5”Depth 3.5cm / 1.5”
Please do see the photos as they form part of the description. A very rare and highly desirable piece of tennis memorabilia, a true collector's item and part of the history of tennis in this country, British made and top quality.
