Tennis racket set
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Description from the seller
Set of 2 Vintage Wooden Tennis Rackets – Garcia Cragin Pro 240 & Tigris (with Wooden Tensioner & Original Cover)
Description
A stunning decorative set of two authentic mid-century wooden tennis rackets, complete with a classic wooden three-point tensioner/spanner (with wing nuts) and a vintage fabric protective cover in plaid. This set exudes the nostalgic atmosphere of tennis in the mid-20th century.
Contents of the Lot & Brands:
Garcia Cragin Pro 240 Racket
Brand/Origin: Garcia (featuring the well-known Cragin Pro logo). Made in the United States (Handcrafted Powerbow / Made in U.S.A.). Garcia was a leading American sports brand in the 1960s and 1970s, known for high-quality wooden tennis rackets.
Details: Beautiful layered wood with elegant red accents and original leather grip.
Dimensions: Length 70 cm x Width 25 cm.
Tigris Vintage Racket with Setwel Spanner
Brand/Origin: Tigris (with the iconic vintage tiger-head logo at the neck) and Setwel brand emblem.
Extras: Equipped with an authentic wooden Tico Sport clamp/spanner with wing nuts, designed to hold the shape of the wooden racket when not in use.
Details: Characteristic patina look on the layered wood and original leather grip.
Dimensions: Length 68 cm x Width 28 cm.
Vintage Protective Cover
Classic fabric racket cover with a plaid pattern (tartan/Scottish check) and zipper.
Decoration & Styling Tips – Where it looks nice?
This set is a fantastic eye-catching object for vintage sports memorabilia lovers, industrial interiors, or retro/mid-century design.
Hospitality & Corporate Spaces: Ideal as wall decor in a sports bar, stylish cafe, club house, tennis club, or mancave.
Home Interior: Beautiful when hung crosswise on the wall in a study, hallway, library, or above a sideboard.
Styling combinations: Looks great paired with other vintage sports items (such as old leather footballs, vintage trophies/awards) or placed in a copper/wood umbrella stand/ vase.
Condition
In good used vintage condition with pleasing signs of aging and use that contribute to the authentic character.
Tension: For the Garcia racket, some strings at the top have snapped (see photos). For the Tigris racket, the tension is intact (with a small repaired knot/thread).
Woodwork: The wood and the stickers/transfers show a lovely patina and light wear/crackling appropriate to the age.
Specifications
Item type: Vintage tennis rackets (Set of 2)
Material: Layered wood, leather, metal, fabric
Period: Ca. 1960 – 1970
Garcia dimensions: 70 x 25 cm
Tigris dimensions: 68 x 28 cm
Total weight of the set: Ca. 1.2 kg
They are packed very carefully and shipped insured.
Seller's Story
**Welcome to Gerard Dou and Extraordinary Sales House**
We are Verkoophuis Gerard Dou en Buitenueel, located in the heart of Amsterdam. As a family business, active since 1933, we are proud of our rich history and dedication to our customers.
Our global network enables us to find special and affordable objects, which we select with care. With our years of experience, we ensure that your purchases arrive to you safely and responsibly. We attach great importance to sustainability and use recycled packaging materials.
Your trust is of great importance to us and we strive to surprise and delight you with your purchases.
Kind regards from Amsterdam,
The team of Verkoophuis Gerard Dou and Buitenueel
Translated by Google TranslateSet of 2 Vintage Wooden Tennis Rackets – Garcia Cragin Pro 240 & Tigris (with Wooden Tensioner & Original Cover)
Description
A stunning decorative set of two authentic mid-century wooden tennis rackets, complete with a classic wooden three-point tensioner/spanner (with wing nuts) and a vintage fabric protective cover in plaid. This set exudes the nostalgic atmosphere of tennis in the mid-20th century.
Contents of the Lot & Brands:
Garcia Cragin Pro 240 Racket
Brand/Origin: Garcia (featuring the well-known Cragin Pro logo). Made in the United States (Handcrafted Powerbow / Made in U.S.A.). Garcia was a leading American sports brand in the 1960s and 1970s, known for high-quality wooden tennis rackets.
Details: Beautiful layered wood with elegant red accents and original leather grip.
Dimensions: Length 70 cm x Width 25 cm.
Tigris Vintage Racket with Setwel Spanner
Brand/Origin: Tigris (with the iconic vintage tiger-head logo at the neck) and Setwel brand emblem.
Extras: Equipped with an authentic wooden Tico Sport clamp/spanner with wing nuts, designed to hold the shape of the wooden racket when not in use.
Details: Characteristic patina look on the layered wood and original leather grip.
Dimensions: Length 68 cm x Width 28 cm.
Vintage Protective Cover
Classic fabric racket cover with a plaid pattern (tartan/Scottish check) and zipper.
Decoration & Styling Tips – Where it looks nice?
This set is a fantastic eye-catching object for vintage sports memorabilia lovers, industrial interiors, or retro/mid-century design.
Hospitality & Corporate Spaces: Ideal as wall decor in a sports bar, stylish cafe, club house, tennis club, or mancave.
Home Interior: Beautiful when hung crosswise on the wall in a study, hallway, library, or above a sideboard.
Styling combinations: Looks great paired with other vintage sports items (such as old leather footballs, vintage trophies/awards) or placed in a copper/wood umbrella stand/ vase.
Condition
In good used vintage condition with pleasing signs of aging and use that contribute to the authentic character.
Tension: For the Garcia racket, some strings at the top have snapped (see photos). For the Tigris racket, the tension is intact (with a small repaired knot/thread).
Woodwork: The wood and the stickers/transfers show a lovely patina and light wear/crackling appropriate to the age.
Specifications
Item type: Vintage tennis rackets (Set of 2)
Material: Layered wood, leather, metal, fabric
Period: Ca. 1960 – 1970
Garcia dimensions: 70 x 25 cm
Tigris dimensions: 68 x 28 cm
Total weight of the set: Ca. 1.2 kg
They are packed very carefully and shipped insured.
Seller's Story
**Welcome to Gerard Dou and Extraordinary Sales House**
We are Verkoophuis Gerard Dou en Buitenueel, located in the heart of Amsterdam. As a family business, active since 1933, we are proud of our rich history and dedication to our customers.
Our global network enables us to find special and affordable objects, which we select with care. With our years of experience, we ensure that your purchases arrive to you safely and responsibly. We attach great importance to sustainability and use recycled packaging materials.
Your trust is of great importance to us and we strive to surprise and delight you with your purchases.
Kind regards from Amsterdam,
The team of Verkoophuis Gerard Dou and Buitenueel
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Number of objects
2
Condition
Fair
Brand
Garcia[Cragin Pro 240] , Tigris
Authenticity
Original/official
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