For Sale – Extremely Rare WW2 U.S. Navy Softball Bat by Hillerich & Bradsby
This is an exceptionally rare original World War II softball bat, officially marked “U.S.N. SOFT-BALL” and manufactured by the iconic Hillerich & Bradsby Co. — the makers of Louisville Slugger.
Intended for use by U.S. Navy personnel, this bat was part of government-issued sports gear used to maintain morale during wartime. Most were used heavily or discarded, making surviving examples like this incredibly scarce.
Key features:
•Authentic WW2 Navy-issued softball bat
•Deep, crisp military stampings
•A&B Model No. 102 — Louisville, KY production
•Beautiful original patina and condition
•Extremely rare — especially in this preserved state
This is not just a piece of sports equipment — it’s a hard-to-find relic of wartime recreation and morale.
very rare and never for sale on the market the Bat is in excellent condition for its age of over 80 years
Now available at Kilroy.store – Preserving the rare history of WWII, one item at a time.