Historical Hockey Memorabilia Auction - March 2007
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/27/2007
Another intriguing old face protector, this mask was obtained by our consignor directly from Jack McCartan, the Minnesota native who backstopped the United States team to a gold medal at the 1960 Olympics in Squaw Valley, California. McCartan shortly afterwards appeared in 12 games with the NHL’s New York Rangers, then toiled in the minors for most of his pro career. This is from his days with the San Diego Gulls of the WHL and an accompanying page that McCartan signed reads “This mask was worn by Jack McCartan from 1970 - 1972.” Jack led the WHL with 55 appearances in ‘70-71, with the caramel color fiberglass showing through the Gulls’ orange and gold paint here. With its original elastic and leather straps, the mask shows great game use and features a crack at the left ear area. A rarely seen style that should excite vintage mask enthusiasts.
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