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Baseball stitches

Baseballs are hand-stitched, with 108 stitches in the cowhide leather of each ball, done by hand. The leather is prepared with a rolling machine, and the stitching process is done after the leather is prepared. These hand-sewn stitches create an aerodynamic surface that improves flight and grip.

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Uploaded on March 23, 2025
Taken on March 23, 2025