Willie Mays Personally Owned Golf Club! Ex. Mays Estate / Hunt Auctions

Title:
Willie Mays Personalized MacGregor VIP Golf Wedge c.1970s–80s – From the Willie Mays Collection with Provenance

Description:
Presented here is an original vintage MacGregor VIP wedge personally owned and used by baseball legend Willie Mays. The club features a chrome-finished head with bold “VIP” stamping and a custom-stamped “WILLIE MAYS” personalization on the back cavity. The shaft retains its original MacGregor “Tourney Taper” label and is marked “EXTRA X STIFF.” This right-handed wedge shows evident moderate use, with wear to the grip and striking face consistent with play, yet retains an excellent overall appearance. The top cavity shows remnants of applied tape or personalization adhesive, adding a further layer of authentic use by Mays.

Historical Context:
Though best known as one of the greatest five-tool players in Major League Baseball history, Willie Mays also maintained a deep passion for golf following his retirement from the game. Mays was a frequent participant in charity tournaments, celebrity pro-ams, and private rounds with fellow athletes and entertainers throughout the 1970s and 1980s. This club, fully personalized and used, offers a glimpse into his life beyond the ballpark and highlights the continued athleticism and competitiveness of “The Say Hey Kid” in his post-baseball years.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
This club is accompanied by a copy of a Certificate of Provenance from the Willie Mays Collection, issued by Hunt Auctions. The certificate confirms that this wedge originates directly from the personal estate of Willie Mays and includes a vintage 8" x 10" photograph showing Mays on the golf course.

• Additional Documentation & Provenance: At buyer’s request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional “Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate” signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.

Closing Appeal:
This rare personalized MacGregor VIP wedge stands as a remarkable relic from the personal life of Willie Mays. With direct estate provenance, custom stamping, and visible signs of use, it represents a deeply authentic connection to one of America’s most iconic sports figures. A superb piece for collectors of both baseball and vintage golf memorabilia.

Shipping Notice:
For insurance purposes, items sold over $600 may require signature confirmation upon delivery. Higher-value items, likely over $1,500, are shipped via FedEx 2-Day with Direct Signature Confirmation. FedEx provides the most flexibility when requiring a signature, allowing you to make special delivery requests directly through their tracking system. This ensures both security and convenience for the buyer.