Outstanding 1910-20’s Vintage 6 Pound Medicine Ball by A.J. Reach Model 5M

Offered here is a truly outstanding 1910–20’s A.J. Reach Medicine Ball, the 6-pound Model 5M, a rare survivor from the formative years of American athletic training. Crafted by one of the most respected names in early sports equipment, this medicine ball represents the gold standard of quality and durability for conditioning gear of the era.

Constructed from premium leather stitched over a solid core, the ball is fully intact with tight, hand-sewn seams, showcasing the craftsmanship for which A.J. Reach was renowned. The leather retains a rich, warm patina, reflecting both its age and careful preservation. The original markings, including the “Model 5M” designation, remain crisp and fully legible, a rare feature for training equipment more than a century old.

This medicine ball remains in exceptional condition, exhibiting only light, period-consistent wear and maintaining full structural integrity. Its 6-pound weight makes it ideal for strength, coordination, and functional training, just as it was intended in the gyms and athletic clubs of the early 20th century.

A.J. Reach medicine balls from this period are exceedingly scarce, especially in such well-preserved form. This piece is museum-quality, a perfect addition to a serious collection of vintage sports equipment, early athletic training gear, or turn-of-the-century American physical culture artifacts.