The expansion of baseball into a national game in the 1860's turned the baseball bat from a fun sports accessory used primarily for leisure into a piece of serious sporting equipment. The birth of professional baseball leagues in the 1860's resulted in not only more baseball bats being made, but also better designed bats came into play. By this time players had figured out that the best shape for a bat was one with a rounded barrel.

Because professional baseball was in its early stages, there was room for experimentation and variety in the design of the bats. Vintage 1860's baseball bats are available with different handles, assorted colors painted on them and various lengths as well. The rarity and historical importance of a baseball bat from the 1860's make them prized by sports collectors today.

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Bats of this era were heavier than the ones used by the pros today. While all bats now have a knob many of the bats in the 19th century did not. If you are looking for an 1860's baseball bat you can look for different versions. Because the game was just starting there many different styles of bats. One 1860's bat had a distinct knob. If you are an avid fan you can also find a trophy bat. It will have a type of engraved silver. Traditional the bat would be passed between the championship team every year.