This circa 1870 Charlie Hunter play club remains much the same as Hunter made it.  The 44 1/2" original shaft has its original coated leather girp.  The head is in excellent condition and has its original finish and a highly attractive shape.  Clubhead measures 5 3/4" in length, 1 15/16" width, 1 1/16" face depth.

Charlie Hunter, the "Grand Old Man of the West," was revered and respected during his day. As young man, Hunter learned to make clubs while working as an apprentice for Tom Morris at Prestwick. He then served as the professional at Prestwick for over 50 years. He worked there from Sept of 1864—when he took over after Morris left Prestwick for St Andrews—to the middle of 1865, and then again from 1868 until his death in 1921.  Much like his mentor Old Tom, Hunter enjoyed the deep affection of those who knew him.