Can any bat experts give me some advice?

[5kRunner]

Hi,
I'm new, and I love this site. I'm a huge Cubs fan and justing getting started with a game used collection.

I found this Derrek Lee bat.

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/spo/411789422.html

Of course, now that I have posted it all the Cubs collectors will go after it. :D

Anyway, can anyone tell me what to look for so I have resonable assurance it's authentic. Also, the first thing that jumped out at me is Derek vs. Derrek. Are misspelled names common?

Thanks for the help.

[Vintagedeputy]

Spelling mistakes happen.

The bat is in Chicago which adds to its probable authenticity. You need to ask for pics of the knob to see if there is a uniform number that matches Lee's number. Then go to Getty Images online and do a search for Lee and see if you can find pics of him using that brand of bat. You might even be able to make an exact photo match.

Good luck!

[5kRunner]

Vintage,
Thanks for the reply. I know Lee uses Old Hickory model DS2 which matches. I'll email him and ask for pics of the knob. Thanks.

[Vintagedeputy]

ps - next time, just show us the pics and dont tell anyone where you found the bat, until its in your hands.