Historical Hockey Memorabilia Auction March 2011
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/29/2011
Career minor-leaguer Lynn Zimmerman tended to goaltending duties with a number of franchises throughout the 1960s and 70s, including the Johnstown Jets, WHL Vancouver Canucks and Rochester Americans before floating over the upstart WHA where he appeared in net for the Denver Spurs, Ottawa Civics and Houston Aeros. This vintage heavy-duty custom-made goalie mask appears to be the handiwork of noted mask-maker Ernie Higgins but it does not have his supplier label inside. With all original padding, strapping and fiberglass backplate intact, this one is certainly a keeper! Original cream paint shows multiple puck marks and areas of chipping and cracking to the finish but there is no unsightly damage to note. Originally obtained when Zimmerman's personal collection was offered on eBay. An important early mask which will no doubt delight collectors of these 70s-era fiberglass creations.
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