Vintage 1950’s Wilson Football Lock Stitched Alan Ameche Model F1132

This item is from Phil Tuckett’s personal collection.  It took several decades within his career to amass these rare collectibles at events. The highlight is that it includes autographs of the most prominent entertainers, historical figures, and sports players Tuckett met along the way.

Presented from Tuckett is a vintage original 1950’s Wilson All American Alan Ameche Autograph model F1132 lock stitched football. All the words are legible and the laces are in great shape. It is well used vintage condition with scuffs, scrapes, scratches and marks. The white panel striping is light. The ball does not hold air. For time period accuracy, it was most likely used as a prop or background item in one of Tuckett’s film projects.

A note on, Alan Ameche. He was a player at Wisconsin-Madison where he won the Heisman Trophy in 1954. He was later a player with the Baltimore Colts where he scored one of the most historic touchdowns in NFL history in the 1958 Championship game.

Phil Tuckett suited up for a single game for the San Diego Chargers in 1968, and his time as a professional football player consisted of a year-and-a-half spent mostly on the Chargers practice squad. One might surmise that Tuckett’s contribution to professional football was minimal, and they would be correct, until taking into consideration that after retiring as a player Tuckett spent the next 38 years working for NFL films. Tuckett won 30 individual Emmy Awards in 30 years while with NFL films documenting the NFL. Of particular note, Tuckett worked directly with Ed Sabol, the man who started and was a huge part of  NFL Films. 

Vintage 1950’s Wilson Football Lock Stitched Alan Ameche Model F1132