The Racquet Rallymaster III - an Opportunity to Reflect

In truth? I was not in a huge rush to push this out as merely a press announcement about yet another new release. But this latest offering from Maurice de Mauriac is a bit special.

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It has nearly been a year since Daniel Dreyfuss passed away. And while he was beyond doubt a man full of joys and passions, one thing in particular is indelibly tied to him and the brand that is now under the stewardship of his two sons - and that is tennis.

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The Racquet Rallymaster III, is perhaps one of the most fitting tributes to a man who by sheer glint of will was able to create something form virtually nothing - registering a name, and pouring his heart into it to see it become a touchstone for collectors and watch journalists alike. 

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This is currently in preorder status, and is limited to 100 pieces. Delivery anticipated in September.

Maurice De Mauriac and the number 8

Bill Lee - otherwise known as "Spaceman" was a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox in the 70s.  To say he was a bit of an eccentric might be a tad bit of an understatement.  But he had a theory about Yaztremski's long career - the number 8.

His theory being that Yaz would lie on his side, the number 8 would then take on the form of infinity - thus recharging the guy's "battery".  It's a theory...

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The folks at Maurice De Mauriac also believe the number 8 - (or HACHI as the Japanese refer to it) can be a lucky number as well.

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So here's to the number 8 - and a long life to you!

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