The Technique Of Displaying Antique Golf Clubs
Whats the thrill of collecting something rare if it gets concealed away in a closet never to be seen or enjoyed, right? That's particularly true when it comes to vintage golf clubs. This is not because there is anything that makes antique clubs any more valuable or fascinating than any other collectible, but simply because of the diversity of creative things that you can do with them.
Most antique golf clubs collectors display their clubs for the thrill of others as much as for their own enjoyment. Whether or not you are hot for golf or not, the majority of people easily become soaked up in the rich history and the ability to see or hold a club that can have been used 400-500 years back. It not fairly often that any person get that opportunity, and it creates a lasting impression when we do.
When it comes to showing vintage clubs, the possibilities are limitless and the bounds are few.
Have them displayed in a high traffic area where they can be seen and enjoyed often. Many collectors have made them the focus of the “man cave” in the house, that place of the wide-screen plasma television, the pool table, the dartboard, and the mini-bar. If you do not have a room like this, the beauty of antique clubs is that they do not have to be displayed in a “sports room”. They can be displayed anywhere in the house and have a significant impact on the decor.
Remember that showing them does not always mean that you never have to touch them again. Make sure that they are thoroughly cleaned and maintained before you mount them, and ensure that they're correctly cared for after they're displayed. This is particularly true for hickory clubs, whose shafts often need specific attention. Nothing looks worse than a great looking old club so covered with dust you can barely make out its details.
Don’t skimp on the display materials. Nice shelves/and/or display cases will not only show the pride that you have in your collectibles, but also keep them in better shape on those days where the man cave gets a little unruly. Bottom line is that correctly displayed vintage golf clubs have popular factor that's absent with less than stellar show. You definitely do not have to cause bankruptcy, but offer a display setting which is comparable with the worth and history of the items.
Compliment the clubs with related materials. Golf, as a sport, has one of the deepest and wealthiest histories of any sport. There are countless accessories that, when presented alongside your vintage clubs, multiply incredibly the impact. Those things can range from old photos of the legends of the game, prints of famous courses, antique golf balls, to vintage golf bags and clothing items.
The one thing you're limited by is your imagination.
Remember that the work that you put into showing your antique golf clubs correctly will be returned multiple times over in the joy that they bring you, your pals, and your family.
Andrew Shea has been involved in Antique Golf, both on a private level, and in a professional capacity for years. If you've a query or are interested in vintage golf clubs, including hickory golf , you are often welcome at his site.
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