1998 Autographed McGwire Game Used Bat Cardinals signed Start Price USD 999.99 Current Price USD 999.99 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price USD 1,400.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Sunday, November 30, 2008 End Time Sunday, December 07, 2008 Location Columbus, OH See more about '1998 Autographed McGwire Game Used Bat Cardinals signed' Description Description (revised) Item Specifics Sport : Baseball-MLB Product Type: Game Used Bat Product : Bats         The year of 1998, when Sammy Sosa, Mark McGwire and Ken Griffey Jr. battled to see who would pass Ruth's 60 and Maris' 61. The Home Run Race of 1998 was electrifying as it brought fans and youngsters back to the game of baseball. Available for sale is a genuine piece of lumber used by Mark McGwire during his historic chase into history.  This is a beautiful example of a LEGITIMATE signed bat from that period. This bat shows correct player characteristics with respect to the bat weight, length, tar and most imporatantly that ELUSIVE Mark McGwire signature.    Item Description   The Mark McGwire Bat The bat shows evidence of outstanding use from repeated ball contact on the back barrel. Many ball marks are visible on the left side of the barrel. Also visible on the bat is a moderate coat of pine tar on the upper to lower handle. The model number (MAC25), order number (692) and year (98) are stamped on into the knob. Also visible on the knob is the weight of the bat '33' (ounces) and 'McGwire' written in black ink.  The bat is signed in black sharpie on the front of the barrel.  You will be extremely pleased adding this piece to your collection.   Winning Bidder to add $12 to cover shipping and insurance.     Thanks for looking and Happy Bidding!!       I would like to Thank everyone for the interest and offers. I am going to add a "Buy it Now" price of $1600 to be fair to all and since I was asked, the reserve is set at $1400. In addition, I did show the bat locally so I do reserve the right to end the auction early.    The bat is uncracked (I was asked that question by a few folks too).   Thank you again for the interest.   I have moved the reserve to $1100             Place a Bid!