Wooden Badminton Rackets Appraisal

Two Vintage Wooden Badminton Rackets (Adidas and Falcon)

This lot consists of two vintage badminton rackets, likely dating from the mid to late 20th century, possibly the 1970s or 1980s, given their construction and visible branding. Both rackets feature traditional wooden frames with natural wood finishes on the heads, indicating a classic construction style before the widespread adoption of graphite and other composite materials. The strings appear to be synthetic, typical of the period, and are arranged in a standard grid pattern. The first racket, positioned at the top, is an Adidas brand racket. It has a white shaft with distinct black diagonal stripes, a hallmark of the Adidas brand. The handle is wrapped with a black and white striped grip, showing significant signs of wear and fraying, suggesting extensive use or age-related deterioration of the grip material. The strings are intact, but their tension cannot be assessed from the image. The wooden head frame shows light wear consistent with play. The Adidas logo is clearly visible on the shaft. The second racket, positioned below, is branded 'Falcon'. Its shaft appears to be a natural wood finish, lighter in color compared to the white Adidas shaft. The handle is wrapped with a brown and cream-striped grip, which also exhibits wear, though perhaps not as severe as the Adidas racket's grip. The strings are intact, and the overall condition of the wooden head seems good. Both rackets display a level of craftsmanship consistent with mass-produced sporting goods of their era, intended for recreational play. There are no visible major breaks or repairs, but surface wear, especially on the handles, is evident. The rackets appear to be of standard adult size for badminton.