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Rocky Marciano Training Gloves (Joe Louis Fight) In 1951 ...
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Rocky Marciano Training Gloves (Joe Louis Fight) In 1951 Rocky Marciano was one of the leading contenders for a title shot when his manager Al Weill arranged for him to meet Joe Louis. Weill figured that if Marciano could beat Louis the victory would propel him to the top of the contender list. Rocky didn't want the fight. He had tremendous respect for Louis and knew that the former champion's skills had diminished. He knew Louis had been a great champion and didn't want his career ending with a knockout. Nevertheless, the fight took place on October 26th, 1951. Joe Louis was ring wise and gave Marciano a good fight until Rocky's sledgehammer blows caught up to him in the 8th round. The fight ended with Joe Louis being knocked through the ropes, thus ending his illustrious career. Marciano's career was now on the fast track that would bring him a shot at the title the following year. Offered here is a pair of G & S oversized training gloves which came from the collection of amateur fighter Lou Orlando. Mr. Orlando collected gloves of his favorite fighters and Rocky Marciano was his favorite. Mr. Orlando labeled the gloves in white paint on the backhand, "Rocky Marciano Training Gloves Given To Me At Stillmans Gym Training For His Fight With Joe Louis Rocky K.O. Joe Louis 8th Rd. Oct. 26, 1951." These 16 ounce gloves are in good shape showing the normal wear from use in the gym. A wonderful opportunity to own a pair of gloves worn by The Rock in preparation for one of his most famous fights. LOA from Craig Hamilton/ JO Sports, Inc.Auction Info
2004 September (HSC) Signature Auction #701 (go to Auction Home page)
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September, 2004
10th-11th
Friday-Saturday
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