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Spalding Early Wooden Racket - circa 1900-1910 from 1905 in Very Good condition vintage tennis racket
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Spalding

Early Wooden Racket - circa 1900-1910

1905
Very Good

A beautifully preserved early 20th-century wooden tennis racket featuring a classic flat-top oval head with period-correct natural gut stringing. The frame displays a warm honey-amber patina characteristic of steam-bent ash or beech hardwood construction. The open throat design flows gracefully into a slender, tapered handle with what appears to be original leather grip wrapping still intact. The stringing pattern is open and relatively sparse by modern standards — entirely consistent with early lawn tennis construction techniques of the Edwardian era. The overall silhouette is unmistakably pre-war in its elegant simplicity, and the Spalding watermark seal visible in the lower right corner of the image confirms its distinguished American sporting goods provenance.

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Grays Grays Marhamchurch Special - circa 1970s from 1975 in Excellent condition vintage tennis racket

Grays

Grays Marhamchurch Special - circa 1970s

1975
Excellent

A supremely elegant vintage wooden tennis racket presented in a striking two-tone livery of deep navy/black and warm natural ash gold. The frame features a classically proportioned oval head with a graceful throat piece that transitions beautifully into the shaft. The grip is wrapped in a vivid burnt orange leather, providing a bold chromatic contrast to the dark frame. Gold accent detailing adorns the crown of the head and the throat junction, lending this piece an almost aristocratic refinement. The Grays and 'Marhamchurch' branding is visible along the shaft, confirming this as a distinguished example from the celebrated English sporting goods house. The racket is presented unstrung, allowing full appreciation of the frame's architectural beauty and the superb quality of the laminated ash construction.

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Wilson Tournament 100 from 1970 in Good condition vintage tennis racket

Wilson

Tournament 100

1970
Good

A striking Wilson Tournament 100 wooden racket from the early 1970s, featuring the classic black frame with elegant gold pinstriping along the shoulders. The throat displays the distinctive Wilson logo and 'TOURNAMENT 100' text in bold white lettering against the black lacquered wood. The handle showcases the iconic Wilson 'W' emblem on a natural leather grip with tan/beige coloring. The racket bears the signature 'Tony Trabert' on the throat, honoring the legendary American champion. The frame exhibits a traditional oval head shape with dense string pattern characteristic of the wooden era. Speed Flex technology is indicated on the throat area, representing Wilson's innovation in wooden racket construction. The overall aesthetic combines professional sophistication with the timeless elegance of laminated wood craftsmanship.

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Adidas Ivan Lendl GTX Pro (1979) from 1979 in Very Good condition used by Ivan Lendl vintage tennis racket

Adidas

Ivan Lendl GTX Pro (1979)

1979
Very Good
Ivan Lendl

A magnificent specimen of late 1970s racket engineering, this Adidas Ivan Lendl GTX Pro showcases the distinctive silver-grey metallic frame that became synonymous with the era's aluminum revolution. The racket features the characteristic open-throat design with elegant geometric cutouts, creating the iconic 'Y' shape that defined this generation. The frame bears clear 'IVAN LENDL' branding along the right side of the head, with 'GTX PRO' visible near the throat area. The Adidas logo in red adorns the black section of the handle, positioned just above the beautifully preserved brown leather grip with its classic spiral wrap pattern. The string bed appears intact with its traditional white synthetic strings forming a dense, professional pattern. The overall aesthetic combines industrial modernism with athletic elegance—a silver frame that gleams with purpose, complemented by the warm, tactile contrast of the cognac-colored leather grip.

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Prince Classic Graphite 100 from 1980 in Excellent condition vintage tennis racket

Prince

Classic Graphite 100

1980
Excellent

Der Schläger zeigt eine klassische Graphitkonstruktion mit einem eleganten, dunkelgrünen Rahmen. Die Bespannung ist mit dem charakteristischen 'P'-Logo versehen. Der Griff ist mit einem hochwertigen Lederband umwickelt, das einen Hauch von Vintage-Charme verleiht. Die Rahmengeometrie ist typisch für die frühen 1980er Jahre, mit einem stabilen, aber leichten Design.

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Davis Davis Classic (1970s era) from 1975 in Very Good condition vintage tennis racket

Davis

Davis Classic (1970s era)

1975
Very Good

A magnificent example of 1970s tennis craftsmanship, this Davis wooden racket showcases the iconic retro aesthetic of the era. The racket features a striking cream-colored oval press cover adorned with the bold 'Davis' logo in Gothic-style lettering against a black background, framed by distinctive horizontal racing stripes in red, orange, and yellow—a quintessential 1970s color palette. The wooden frame exhibits beautiful natural grain with warm honey tones, complemented by orange accent detailing at the throat. The traditional leather grip shows characteristic brown wrapping, while the string bed displays the classic cross-braced press pattern with white protective elements. The craftsmanship reflects the golden age of wooden racket manufacturing, when each frame was a work of artisanal excellence.

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Snauwaert Caravelle Graphite from 1980 in Excellent condition vintage tennis racket
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Snauwaert

Caravelle Graphite

1980
Excellent
📍 Belgium

This Snauwaert Caravelle Graphite racket features a striking combination of natural wood and graphite composite materials, showcasing a sleek and elegant design. The frame is predominantly wooden with a graphite throat, offering a blend of classic aesthetics and modern performance. The black and natural wood color scheme is complemented by the brand's logo and model name prominently displayed on the throat. The grip is wrapped in a black synthetic material, maintaining its original texture and integrity.

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unbekannt Junior Pro from 1960 in Fair condition vintage tennis racket

unbekannt

Junior Pro

1960
Fair

Wooden Junior tennis racket

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Prince Classic from 1980 in Good condition used by Pam Shriver vintage tennis racket

Prince

Classic

1980
Good
Pam Shriver

This tennis racket is a Prince Classic model from the 1980s. The frame is silver with green accents and bears the Prince logo. The racket displays a classically woven stringing pattern. The grip is wrapped with a brown leather band, which attests to its originality. Overall, the racket is in good condition with visible signs of use that are normal for its age.

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Fischer Fischer Superform Vacuum from 1980 in Excellent condition used by Stan Smith vintage tennis racket

Fischer

Fischer Superform Vacuum

1980
Excellent
📍 Austria
Stan Smith

The Fischer Superform Vacuum is a striking piece of tennis history, characterized by its sleek white frame adorned with bold red and blue accents. The racket features a distinctive triangular throat design, enhancing its aerodynamic profile. The handle is wrapped in a classic brown leather grip, showing minimal signs of wear, indicative of its excellent condition. The words 'Carbon-Graphite' are elegantly inscribed on the frame, highlighting its advanced material composition.

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