Shin-Soo Choo Game-Used Tacoma Rainiers Bat – Diablo Personal Model – UNBROKEN

Player: Shin-Soo Choo (OF) | Team: Tacoma Rainiers (Mariners Triple-A)

Era: 2005–2006 (Top Prospect Era at Cheney Stadium)

Model: Diablo Bats Custom Personal Model | Condition: Unbroken / Authentic Tape Grip

Overview

This is a rare opportunity to own a professional, unbroken game-used bat from one of the most successful international players in MLB history, Shin-Soo Choo. This bat dates specifically to his dominant tenure with the Tacoma Rainiers, where he batted .323 in 2006 before ascending to MLB stardom.

The "Diablo" Personal Model

• Custom Specs: Unlike "Pro Stock" bats, this is a Personal Model, custom-manufactured by Diablo Bats specifically for Choo, with his signature is factory-engraved on the barrel.

• Pro-Only Build: Diablo Bats was a boutique manufacturer known for high-density maple, a favorite for rising stars in the mid-2000s looking for maximum "pop."

Forensic Game-Use Evidence

• The Barrel: Loaded with "DNA" from professional play. The barrel features deep seam tracks, heavy ball marks, and ink transfers from official Pacific Coast League baseballs.

• The Handle: Authentically taped, not tarred. The grip features a professional-grade spiral tape wrap—a signature preference for players who want a "dry" grip for maximum bat control. The tape shows legitimate wear and discoloration from game use.

• Unbroken Status: Finding a personal model "gamer" that is not cracked or shattered is exceptionally rare. This bat is completely intact, making it a "Museum Grade" display piece.

Provenance

• Location: Used at Cheney Stadium in Tacoma during Choo's breakout seasons as the Mariners' top-ranked prospect.

• The Legacy: Choo went on to become an MLB All-Star and a member of the "20/20 Club," making his early Rainiers gear a cornerstone for Mariners and South Korean baseball collectors.

Ships in a poster tube with full insurance and signature confirmation