Vintage Brown Patent Water/Rake Iron by Winton of Montrose

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This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/20/2021

Vintage Brown Patent Water/Rake Iron by Winton of Montrose

With praise for his work we draw a large part of this description from Jeff Ellis' work "The Clubmaker's Art". Brown's rake irons, or water irons as they are sometimes called, are among the most famous of all golf collectibles. Mr. James Brown was a blacksmith in Montrose, North Britain. The filigree on the face is, an original cosmetic touch (some remains of this). It is marked "Browns Patent" centrally located on the back of the head. An iron with long slots cut into the head from the top of the blade, was well received...In extricating the ball from whins or long grass it was also a powerful implement. Hitherto the grass or whin matter, forming a sort of padding, prevented clean contact with the ball, reducing very considerably the effect of the stroke; but with this club the grass or sand is forced between the teeth, thus ensuring a cleanly hit ball. Ellis had this to say on the club, "Because of their strong visual presence, Brown's rake irons command attention and attract collectors. They have become extremely collectible." Please see detailed photos for condition, and bid accordingly on this masterpiece of club design. This club measures 37 1/2" from bottom of the heel to top of the grip. Some of the yellow paint remains in the head stamp, with usage apparent throughout and detailed in accompanying photos.

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