The Elmer Lach Auction - October 2006
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/24/2006
Sensational piece of game worn memorabilia was the most popular style mask in the 1960’s and carried over into the next decade, California Golden Seals young goaltender Gilles Meloche wearing this one in the early stages of his 18-year pro career. Referred to as the “Sawchuk” style since Terry Sawchuk was one of the first NHL goaltenders to follow Jacques Plante’s lead in donning a mask, it was made by Red Wings assistant trainer Lefty Wilson. He produced them using five sheets of fiberglass and originally charged a whopping $35! Thin but solid mask here no longer has its original straps while thin remnants of small pieces of padding are on the interior. Gilles Meloche, who would don several memorable and recognizable face protectors during his 18-year professional career, autographed the inside of the chin area in black marker, adding the number “27” he wore during a career which included but 33 games in the minors. Some scrapes and marks on the white-painted relic to mention. A captivating and tempting piece from Gilles Meloche’s awesome game worn collection, it will come with his signed letter of authenticity.
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