Up for sale is a vintage Regent leather baseball catcher's mitt, dating from the late 1960s to the 1970s. This classic, well-loved glove features genuine cowhide leather construction, a "Deep Bite Pocket," and foam cushion padding. It features the original Regent cloth patch on the back and a stamped circular logo reading "A Quality Product of Regent - Handmade in Japan."
This mitt has a fantastic, broken-in vintage look, making it perfect as a nostalgic display piece, a collectible for baseball historians, or a restoration project.
Item Details
Brand: Regent
Era: Late 1960s / 1970s
Type: Catcher's Mitt / Glove
Material: Genuine Cowhide Leather
Manufacturing Origin: Handmade in Japan
Notable Markings:
Original Regent cloth branding patch on the back
Stamped: "Produced Under One or More U.S. Patents No. 213,284 to 213,289 & 211,348"
Stamped: "Foam Cushion Padded" & "Deep Bite Pocket"
Condition Report
This is a pre-owned, vintage item with significant wear consistent with age and field use.
Leather: Shows heavy scuffing, darkening, and natural patina throughout, especially in the pocket and finger areas.
Lacing & Webbing: The leather lacing shows age. Please note that there is a break/fraying in the leather tie connecting the top web section.
Interior: The interior shows wear from use but remains intact.
Please review all accompanying photos closely to evaluate the exact cosmetic condition and wear details prior to purchasing.