Club, Golf
Object number2002.91.3
Made by
Edward Melvin
Date1924-1928
MediumWood; Thread; Brass; Lead; Steel screws; Horn; Leather
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
DescriptionSpoon golf clubDimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 43.75 × 2.25 × 3.75 in. (111.1 × 5.7 × 9.5 cm)MarksHead is stamped with oval-shape cleek-mark which reads: "EDW. MELVIN / SPECIAL".
Historical NotesDriving wood or spoon, equivalent of a modern #3 wood, made by Edward Melvin at Riverside Country Club in Cambridge Springs between 1924 and 1928. Part of a collection of golf equipment. These objects dating from 1900-1930 document the story of golf in this region in the early 20th century and can be linked to important local pros, such as Jack Kennedy (Pittsburgh and Fox Chapel Golf Clubs), Jack Dingwell (Allegheny Country Club and Edgeworth), Edward Melvin (Riverside Country Club), and George Underwood (Butler Country Club or Alcoma). These pros were important to the history of golf in the region, they were educators and coaches and also the primary suppliers for golf clubs.Label TextEquivalent to a number 3 wood, the spoon is an easy hitting club. Melvin, the golf professional at Riverside Golf Club, stamped his cleek mark into the top of the head.
Related institution
Riverside Country Club
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