Petey Sarron (1906 – 1994)

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Petey Sarron (1906 – 1994)

Nickname: None
Birthplace: Birmingham, Alabama, USA
Weight Class: Featherweight
Stance: Orthodox
Professional Record: 106 – 23 – 13 (26 KOs)
Years Active: 1926 – 1939

Biography
World Featherweight Champion (1936 – 1937), Sarron was a disciplined counterpuncher who defeated top competition during the Depression.

In the Hobby
Sarron’s card appears in one of the most popular 1930s British tobacco sets.

Rookie & Early Issues
1938 Churchman’s “Boxing Personalities” (UK): true rookie card.

Registry Metadata
Earliest Issue: 1938 Churchman’s “Boxing Personalities”
Rookie Year: 1938
Recent Notable Sales: 1938 Churchman’s (PSA 7) — $1,450 (2024)

Legacy
Sarron’s rookie embodies the depth of 1930s featherweights and adds balance to any complete pre-war registry.

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