Blue Steel Catcher's Mask c.1940 Benches particularly in the First and

particularly in the First and Second World Wars

CREATOR Unknown (Manufacturer) Frances Ruckman McCredy (Owner)

CREATOR Philadelphia Manufacturing Company (PM)

(Collection)

who in 1876 adapted a fencing mask for Alexander Tyng

Blue Steel Catcher's Mask c.1940 Benches particularly in the First andABOUT This is an original vintage catcher's mask. The main body is blue steel with thick, foam padding and fabric head strap. The padding is held onto the body of the mask by brass straps. The piece has retained most of it's original finish and is in good condition with appropriate patina for its age. CREATOR Rawlings USA. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c. 1940. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Steel, Foam. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. DIMENSIONS H