Robert Forgan Long Nose Club with R. Forgan Head Stamp & James Simson Shaft Stamp

This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/9/2020

Robert Forgan Long Nose Club with R. Forgan Head Stamp & James Simson Shaft Stamp

Type of Club: Short Spoon
Overall Condition: Good to Very Good
Head Stamp: Deep 'R. FORGAN' and Plume
Shaft Stamp: 'JAMES SIMPSON' 'D' etching, with inventory labeling
Sole Plate/Horn Insert: Replacement Rams Horn
Grip Material: Replacement Sheepskin
Replacement Parts or Refinished: Rams Horn insert, grip and whipping
Lead Weight: YES
Circa: 1860
Length: 37 1/2"

Robert Forgan was the nephew of Fife clubmaker Hugh Philp. Robert joined Philip in the clubmaking business in the year 1852. Forgan had great skill in working with and identifying quality wood for club-making. Forgan took over the business and employed his younger brother James to assist after his Uncle's death. In 1863 Forgan was appointed as clubmaker to the Prince of Wales and thereafter he stamped the Prince of Wales' crest on his clubs.

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