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Craftsmanship: the Meaning of Life

"Manage more, supervise less."
- Bryce's Law

When I got into the work force back in the mid-1970's it seemed
everyone dressed in a suit and tie, drank black coffee, smoked
their brains out, and worked their butts off. Today, golf shirts
have replaced suits, herbal tea and bottled water have replaced
coffee, nobody is allowed to smoke, and rarely does anyone work
beyond 5:00pm. More importantly, we used to care about the work we
produced; there was a sense of craftsmanship, regardless of the job.

My Brother-in-law in Cincinnati conducted me on a tour of his company's
machine-tool shop years ago and showed me how he could take a block of
aluminum and convert it into a high-precision machine tool. It was a
pleasure to watch him work, as it is to watch anyone who knows
what they are doing, be it a waitress, a programmer, a laborer or
a clerk.

Quality and service used to be considered paramount in this
country. If it wasn't just right, you were expected to do it over
again until you got it right. We cared about what we produced
because it was a reflection of our personal character and
integrity. But somewhere along the line we lost our way and
craftsmanship has fallen by the wayside. Why? Probably because
we no longer care.

In today's litigious society, employees are acutely aware that it is
difficult to be fired due to poor performance. They know they will
still get paid and receive benefits, regardless of the amount of effort
they put forth. Consequently, there is little to encourage people
to perform better. Money isn't a motivating factor anymore. People
now expect bonuses, raises and other perks to be paid out regardless
of how well they perform during the year.

We've also become a nation content with doing small things. America
used to be known as a powerhouse that could tackle large projects,
such as building skyscrapers, designing innovative bridges and tunnels
spanning substantial bodies of water, engineering transcontinental
railroads and highway systems, conquering air and space travel, and
defending freedom not just once but in two world wars. If you really
wanted something done, you talked to the Americans and no one else. Now
we get excited over iPods, cell phones, and other electronic trinkets.

Many believe Craftsmanship is in decline due to the general apathy found
in today's society. Maybe. I tend to believe it is due to an erosion
of our moral values. Let me give you an example. Having a child in college,
my interest was piqued recently by an article describing the pervasiveness of
cheating and plagiarism in our schools. It is not my intent to make a
political statement here but many of the students mentioned in the article
rationalized their cheating on the fact that one of our past Presidents
cheated and lied under oath, and got away with it. They figured if it is
okay for the Commander-in-Chief to act this way, it was an acceptable form
of behavior.

Arnold Toynbee, the famed English historian, observed, "Civilizations
die from suicide, not by murder." If the moral fabric of our society
dies, our story is told as evidenced by other great civilizations that
long preceded us. Our perspective needs to be realigned: Our personal
and professional lives must be viewed as one. As Toynbee remarked,
"The supreme accomplishment is to blur the line between work and play." By
doing so, we identify more closely with our work and assume a greater
pride in workmanship. We do not need to hear this from our boss, but
rather from within. As strange as it may sound, I see Craftsmanship as
being patriotic in nature; doing a good quality job is part of leading
a good and honorable life and builds on the individual's esteem, the
company he works for, and the country he lives in.

The biggest problem though is that we have forgotten how to manage
people. The manager's primary goal is to create the proper work
environment for employees to produce the desired work products. This
is different than a supervisory capacity that directs how each person
performs the various tasks of a job. In fact, I encourage managers to
manage more and supervise less. I cringe when I see a manager try to
"micromanage" either a Fortune 500 company or a non-profit organization.
Yes, people need to be trained in order to properly
perform their work but following this, employees should be mature
enough to supervise themselves. In the old days, management stressed
discipline, accountability, and structure; three ugly words in today's
workplace.

Understanding Craftsmanship

Some might say craftsmanship is a simple concept that we should
intuitively know. Not true; most people today have no comprehension as
to what makes up a good craftsman; they have either forgotten or it has
simply passed them by. Craftsmanship can be found in any field of endeavor
imaginable, be it in the product sector or service industry. Craftsmanship,
therefore, is universally applicable to any line of work.

Craftsmanship is not "workmanship", nor is it synonymous with quality,
although the three concepts are closely related. Let's begin by
giving "Craftsmanship" a definition: "The production and delivery
of quality goods or services from highly skilled workmen."

Quality relates to the absence of errors or defects in the finished
product or service. In other words, finished goods operate
according to their specifications (customers get precisely what
they ordered). Such products are normally durable and require minimal
maintenance. Craftsmanship produces quality products. In the absence
of craftsmen, a rigorous methodology or assembly line process is
required to produce quality goods using workers without the expertise
of craftsmen. Such processes detail "Who" is to perform "What" work,
"When", "Where", "Why" and "How" (5W+H), thereby assuring a quality
product or service is produced. Such is the underlying rationale of
the ISO 9000 certification as used by many companies today. The point
is, quality is not the exclusive domain of the craftsman.

Craftsmanship is also a human trait. Some might argue a computer or
industrial robot can produce quality products and are, therefore,
craftsmen. However, we must remember these devices are programmed by
human beings in accordance with the rules of the craftsman. As such,
they are an extension or tool of the craftsman.

Craftsmanship can be found in either the overall work process or
a section of it. For example, there are craftsmen who are intimate
with all facets of building furniture, such as a table, a chair or
desk, and can implement the product from start to finish. However,
as products grow in complexity, it becomes difficult to find people
suitably qualified to build them from the womb to the tomb. Consider
military weapons alone, such as the complicated ships, tanks, and
airplanes we now use, with thousands or millions of parts to
assemble. Such complexity makes it impossible for a single person
to have the expertise to build the whole product. The same is true
in the service sector where different types of expertise and
capabilities may be required. In other words, craftsmen have a
specific scope of work. The scope of work may relate to other
types of craftsmen through a chain of work dependencies, e.g.,
Craftsmen A, B and C concentrate on separate sub-assemblies which
are eventually joined into a single product.

Attributes

So, what are the attributes of a craftsman? What makes a craftsman a
craftsman? There are three basic attributes described herein:

1. Possesses the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the work.

The craftsman is an expert in his field of endeavor; so much so that
he could easily serve as an instructor in the subject matter. But the
craftsman is also smart enough to know that education is not a one
time thing, that his world and field evolve as new tools and techniques
are introduced. As such, the craftsman is a student of his profession
and is constantly looking to improve himself. This is exercised through
such things as continued education, routine certification, studying books
and trade publications, and industrial groups. The craftsman willingly
participates in trade groups, often at his own expense, in order to network
with his peers.

It is Important to note that the craftsman does not need to be told
he needs periodic training to sharpen his skills. Instead, he takes the
personal initiative to stay on top of his game. Further, the craftsman
has no problem with a periodic job review; in fact, he welcomes it for
it might bring out a weakness in a skill he needs to sharpen.

1. Attention to detail.

The craftsman understands and respects the process of building/delivering
a product or service and is acutely aware of the penalties for cutting
corners. Earlier we discussed the need for a methodology that specifies
5W+H. The craftsman is intimate with all details of his scope of work,
so much so, he could probably write the methodology himself. Further,
his intimacy of the work process means he can produce a reliable estimate
of time and costs to perform the work.

Although many of the craftsman's tasks may be repetitive, it doesn't
mean he easily falls into a rut. Instead, he is constantly looking
for new tools and techniques to improve the work process. As such,
he plays the role of Industrial Engineer who is normally charged
with such a task.

The craftsman's attention to detail also means that he demonstrates
patience in his work effort. Again, wary of cutting corners, the
craftsman must possess such patience in order to produce the product
the right way.

1. Views professional life as an extension of his personal life.

The craftsman identifies with the end product which is where
pride in workmanship comes from. In his mind, the craftsman has
been charged with the responsibility of producing something, and
wanting to satisfy the customer, puts forth his best effort to
produce it. In other words, craftsmen take their work
personally. This is a difficult trait to teach particularly in
today's society where the focus is more on financial compensation
than on the work product itself. It may sound naive, but the
craftsman believes he will be suitably compensated for
producing superior results.

Years ago, Dick Butkus of the Chicago Bears (NFL) confounded sports
writers who could never understand why Butkus played as hard as he
did year after year for a losing football team. True, Dick loved the
game, but beyond that, the sports writers didn't understand one thing
about the seven time All-Pro linebacker: Butkus took his job
personally. It was important to him that his opponents know that
they had been tackled by the best player; as he said, "When they
get up from the ground I want them to say 'it must have been Butkus
that got me'." Dick Butkus was a craftsman.

The craftsman has a burning desire to produce a superior product/service
because he sees it as a reflection of himself. As such, the lines delineating
their personal life and professional life are blurred. This is a significant
characteristic that clearly separates a craftsman from the average worker. The
craftsman's work is his life. He does not shirk responsibility, but rather
embraces it with confidence and embosses his name on the finished product.
Conversely, making a work related mistake of any kind pains a true craftsman.

Job titles are normally inconsequential to the craftsman who is more
interested in delivering a quality product/service enjoyed by the
customer. Instead, the craftsman takes pleasure in being touted as
the best in his craft. He appreciates recognition; when someone
makes a compliment about a product, the craftsman views it as a
personal compliment. This too runs contrary to today's corporate
world where people desperately seek recognition through simple
job titles. Want someone with an inflated ego? Give them a title.
Want something done right? Call a craftsman.

Productivity

"Dependable", "professional", and "resourceful" are adjectives that
aptly describe the craftsman. He is not one who fabricates excuses but,
rather, always finds a way to get the job done. The craftsman is typically
your most productive employee. He is mindful of the concept of productivity
that we have touted for years:

Productivity = Effectiveness X Efficiency

Most people fallaciously equate productivity with efficiency, which simply
gauges how fast we can perform a given task. Effectiveness, on the other hand,
validates the necessity of the task itself. There is nothing more unproductive
than to do something efficiently that should not have been done at all. An
industrial robot, for example, can efficiently perform such tasks as welding. But
if you are welding the wrong thing, then it is counterproductive. Going back to
our description of a methodology, effectiveness defines "Who/What/When/Where/Why",
efficiency defines "How." The craftsman is well aware of the difference
between the two and knows how to apply both. As such, the craftsman is in tune
with his work environment and corporate culture.

So how do we make craftsmen?

Not easily. Because of the human dynamics involved with the craftsman,
you will need to be a pretty intuitive manager or industrial
psychologist to make it happen. Selecting suitable candidates is the
logical first step. Devise an aptitude test to determine the candidate's
suitability to become a craftsman. After all, "you cannot make a silk
purse from a sow's ear." Aside from specific knowledge and experience
in a given field (e.g., programming, woodworking, construction, accounting,
etc.), here are some other important traits to look for:

• Fertility of mind - judge his ability to learn, to adapt to changing
  conditions, and to look beyond his scope of work. Evaluate his
  professional curiosity.

• Confidence - judge how well the candidate knows himself,
  particularly how well he knows his own limitations. He
  should admit his deficiencies and not fabricate excuses.

• Dedication - judge his loyalty and determination to
  accomplish something. What is his attendance record?
  What outside clubs and organizations does he belong
  to and how active is he in them?

• Entrepreneurial spirit - judge his personal initiative.
  Is he driven to succeed (but not to the point of reckless
  abandon)? Does he have a problem with accountability?
  This says a lot about assuming responsibility.

• Attention to detail - judge his ability to focus on a subject.
  Does he have a problem with discipline or organization? A person's
  dress, mannerisms, and speech says a lot about a person.

• Reliability - judge his ability to assume responsibility and
  carry a task through to completion.

• Resourcefulness - judge his ability to adapt to changing
  conditions and persevere to see a task through to completion.
  The candidate cannot be inflexible; he must be able to find
  solutions to solve problems.

• Socialization skills - does he work better alone or as a team
  player? His position may depend on his answer.

When you have selected suitable candidates, here are three areas to
concentrate on:

1. Develop their skills and knowledge by allowing such things as:
   participation in trade groups, outside certification and on-going
   training, subscriptions to trade journals, continued education,
   etc. Some companies even go as far as to develop an in-house
   school to teach the company's way of doing things. If the in-house
   school is good, it will promote confidence through consistency. Even
   if people leave the company, they will recommend your company because
   they know the quality of the work produced. Supporting the education
   needs of our workers is not only smart, it is good business.

2. Teach them the need for producing quality work; they should
   become intimate with all aspects of their work process (5W+H).
   Further, instill discipline and patience in their work effort.

3. Change their attitude towards development so they become more
   focused on delivering a quality end-product. This is perhaps
   the most difficult element to teach. However, it can be realized
   by having them become intimate with the needs of the customer
   (have them visit or work with a customer for awhile - "let them
   walk in the customer's shoes"). It may also be necessary to
   change their form of remuneration by going to a reward system
   for work produced (as opposed to guaranteed income regardless
   of what is produced). Changing the mode of financial compensation
   is highly controversial in today's business world. But, as an
   example, can you imagine the change of attitude of today's professional
   athletes if they were paid based on their accomplishments (e.g., runs
   or points scored, hits, rebounds, etc.) rather than having a
   guaranteed income? Their motivation and attitude towards
   their profession and team would change radically.

   Candidates must learn to respect their institution, the process
   by which they work, fellow human beings, and themselves. They must
   also learn not to be afraid to TRY; that they must put their best
   foot forward, win or lose. Bottom-line: they must learn that their
   work has meaning and worth. If they don't enjoy their work, they
   shouldn't be doing it.

"There are two things that I want you to make up your minds to: first,
that you are going to have a good time as long as you live - I have no
use for the sour-faced man - and next, that you are going to do
something worthwhile, that you are going to work hard and do the
things you set out to do."
- President Theodore Roosevelt
Talk to schoolchildren in Oyster Bay, Christmas-time 1898

Certification

Teaching the elements listed above probably cannot be done in one
fell swoop. Further, companies simply don't have the time or money to
wait for the craftsman to be produced. Instead, they must understand
the human spirit needs to be cultivated and be allowed to grow over
time. Because of this, it is strongly recommended that an in-house
certification program be devised specifying what the candidate should
know and what skills and talents he should demonstrate. This should be
divided into classes of progressive expertise; e.g., apprentice, intermediary,
and craftsman. The ancient builders in Egypt, Rome, and Greece understood
this concept and devised such classes of workmen. Other disciplines and
schools follow similar tactics (the various degrees or belts in martial
arts for example). Each degree is based on specific prerequisites to
master before moving on to the next level.

An in-house certification program has the added nuance of making
people feel special which greatly enhances their self esteem. If
they are made to feel like a vital part of the company, regardless if
their work of a large magnitude or trivial, they will strive to do
what is best for the company overall, not just themselves. Consequently,
their work adds meaning to their life.

There is one pitfall to all of this; today's "go-go" management
style fails to see how craftsmanship adds value to the company. In
fact, there were companies back in the 1980's that shut down such
programs simply to reduce costs. As a result, quality suffered,
repeat business was lost, products were more in need of repair,
absenteeism on the job escalated, etc. Want value? How does
a loyal customer base who has confidence in your products or
services sound? And what effect would employee harmony have,
particularly if they believed in the work they were producing? It
would be mind-boggling, all because we had faith in the human
spirit to produce superior results.

A final note: craftsmanship is not a one time thing. After it has
been instilled in people, it has to be cultivated and perpetuated. If
a manager slips even for a moment, it will go right out the window and
it will take time to bring it back to life. As for me, I like to post
motivational reminders kind of like the one recently spotted in the
Hickey Freeman manufacturing facility in New York,
"Excellence is Tolerated."

About the Author

Tim Bryce is the Managing Director of M. Bryce & Associates (MBA)
of Palm Harbor, Florida and has 30 years of experience in the field.
He is available for training and consulting on an international basis.
He can be contacted at: timb001@phmainstreet.com

Copyright © 2006 MBA. All rights reserved.

Who are your top 10 NFL defensive players of all time?

My top 10 are

#1.Deion Sanders
#2.Dick Butkus
#3.Lawrence Taylor
#4.Ed Reed
#5.Ray Lewis
#6.Warren Sapp
#7.Ronnie Lott
#8.Reggie White
#9.Charles Woodson
#10.Antrel Rolle

1. Reggie Whte
2. Deion Sanders
3. Allen Page
4. Carl Eller
5. John Randle
6. Ed Reed
7. Warren Sapp
8. Ray Lewis
9. Darrell Revis
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Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears Black Jersey On the Run 16x20 Photograph $199.99 Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears Black Jersey On the Run 16x20 Photograph Dick Butkus is widely regarded as the greatest linebacker of his generation and one of the best football players of all time. Butkus was picked third by his hometown team the Chicago Beras in the 1965 NFL Draft. He became a memebr of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979 and in 1985 the Dowtown Athletic Club of Orlando Florida created an award in his name. The Dick Butkus Award is given to the nations best Collegiate Linebacker. Dick Butkus has hand signed this 16x20 photograph of him running to make a tackle. A Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears White Jersey On The Run 16x20 Photograph $199.99 Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears White Jersey On The Run 16x20 Photograph Dick Butkus is widely regarded as the greatest linebacker of his generation and one of the best football players of all time. Butkus was picked third by his hometown team the Chicago Beras in the 1965 NFL Draft. He became a memebr of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979 and in 1985 the Dowtown Athletic Club of Orlando Florida created an award in his name. The Dick Butkus Award is given to the nations best Collegiate Linebacker. Dick Butkus has hand signed this 16x20 photograph of him running to make a tackle. A Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Dick Butkus Autographed Photograph - White Jersey Arms Spread Vertical 8x10 $129.99 Dick Butkus Autographed Photograph - White Jersey Arms Spread Vertical 8x10 Dick Butkus is widely regarded as the greatest linebacker of his generation and one of the best football players of all time. Butkus was picked third by his hometown team the Chicago Beras in the 1965 NFL Draft. He became a memebr of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979 and in 1985 the Dowtown Athletic Club of Orlando Florida created an award in his name. The Dick Butkus Award is given to the nations best Collegiate Linebacker. Dick Butkus has hand signed this 8x10 photograph of him in action. A Mounted Memories Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Autographed Dick Butkus Picture - University Of Illinois White Jersey Vertical 8x10 $129.99 Autographed Dick Butkus Picture - University Of Illinois White Jersey Vertical 8x10 Dick Butkus is widely regarded as the greatest linebacker of his generation and one of the best football players of all time. Butkus was picked third by his hometown team the Chicago Beras in the 1965 NFL Draft. He became a memebr of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979 and in 1985 the Dowtown Athletic Club of Orlando Florida created an award in his name. The Dick Butkus Award is given to the nations best Collegiate Linebacker. Dick Butkus has hand signed this 8x10 photograph of him during his days at the University of Illonois. A Mounted Memories Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Dick Butkus Autographed Picture - Blue Jersey vs Steelers Horizontal BW $129.99 Dick Butkus Autographed Picture - Blue Jersey vs Steelers Horizontal BW Dick Butkus is widely regarded as the greatest linebacker of his generation and one of the best football players of all time. Butkus was picked third by his hometown team the Chicago Beras in the 1965 NFL Draft. He became a memebr of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979 and in 1985 the Dowtown Athletic Club of Orlando Florida created an award in his name. The Dick Butkus Award is given to the nations best Collegiate Linebacker. Dick Butkus has hand signed this 8x10 photograph of him vs. Steelers. A Mounted Memories Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Autographed Butkus Photo - Pro Bowl Tackleing Horizontal BW 8x10 $129.99 Autographed Butkus Photo - Pro Bowl Tackleing Horizontal BW 8x10 Dick Butkus is widely regarded as the greatest linebacker of his generation and one of the best football players of all time. Butkus was picked third by his hometown team the Chicago Beras in the 1965 NFL Draft. He became a memebr of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979 and in 1985 the Dowtown Athletic Club of Orlando Florida created an award in his name. The Dick Butkus Award is given to the nations best Collegiate Linebacker. Dick Butkus has hand signed this 8x10 photograph of him making a tackle at the Pro Bowl. A Mounted Memories Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Dick Butkus Chicago Bears NFL Hand Signed Full Size Deluxe Replica Football Helmet $429.5 Dick Butkus Chicago Bears NFL Hand Signed Full Size Deluxe Replica Football Helmet Dick Butkus was a 2-time All-America at Illinois (1963-64) and a All-Pro 7 of 9 NFL seasons with Chicago Bears. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1979. This Product Includes: Authentic Autographed Item, Certificate of Authenticity, Tamper Resistent Holograms or Labels, Personal Player/Agent Hologram (when available).

Dick Butkus Chicago Bears NFL Hand Signed Full Size Proline Football Helmet $599.5 Dick Butkus Chicago Bears NFL Hand Signed Full Size Proline Football Helmet Dick Butkus was a 2-time All-America at Illinois (1963-64) and a All-Pro 7 of 9 NFL seasons with Chicago Bears. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1979. This Product Includes: Authentic Autographed Item, Certificate of Authenticity, Tamper Resistent Holograms or Labels, Personal Player/Agent Hologram (when available).

Autographed Butkus Picture - 24KT Gold Coin Mint $198.95 Autographed Butkus Picture - 24KT Gold Coin Mint The Highland Mint features an 8x10 photo autographed by Dick Butkus framed and matted with two 24KT Gold Coins! The Photo features Butkus as he signs his contract with the Chicago Bears leading to a career that last between 1965 – 1973 and his Hall of Fame Induction in 1979. This B&W autographed Photo is presented in a 13â€�x 16â€� frame with double matting as well as a 24KT Gold overlay Chicago Bears Coin and a 24KT Gold overlay NFL coin. Limited Edition of Only 51, a numbered Certificate of Authenticity is matted between both 24KT Gold Coins. Officially Licensed by the NFL.

Dick Butkus Chicago Bears Autographed 8x10 Photograph $103.99 This 8x10 photo has been personally hand signed by the Chicago Bears Hall of Fame linebacker Dick Butkus. Butkus was drafted in the first round by his hometown team- the Chicago Bears. In Chicago- Butkus became known for wreaking havoc on the opponent's backfield. He was selected to the Pro Bowl for 8 seasons- and was all-league six times. In his rookie season- Butkus led the team in tackles- interceptions- forced fumbles- and fumble recoveries and regularly led the team in these categories throughout his career. Butkus recovered 25 fumbles in his career- an NFL record at the time of his retirement. He was one of most feared players of his era and even appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1970 with the caption "The Most Feared Man in the Game." This product is officially licensed by the National Football League and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories.  To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.

Dick Butkus Chicago Bears Autographed 36x40 Giclee $977.99 This giclee has been personally hand signed by artist Malcolm Farley and the Chicago Bears Hall of Fame linebacker Dick Butkus. Butkus was drafted in the first round by his hometown team- the Chicago Bears. In Chicago- Butkus became known for wreaking havoc on the opponent's backfield. He was selected to the Pro Bowl for 8 seasons- and was all-league six times. In his rookie season- Butkus led the team in tackles- interceptions- forced fumbles- and fumble recoveries and regularly led the team in these categories throughout his career. Butkus recovered 25 fumbles in his career- an NFL record at the time of his retirement. He was one of most feared players of his era and even appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1970 with the caption "The Most Feared Man in the Game." This product is officially licensed by the National Football League and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories.  To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud. Giclee measures 40" x 40".

Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears Throwback Mini Football Helmet with HOF 79 Inscription $161.76 This Chicago Bears NFL Throwback Mini Helmet has been hand signed by Dick Butkus. Mr. Butkus added the HOF 79 Inscription. The helmet will include the photo of Dick Butkus signing and Certificate of Authenticity from Creative Sports Ent, Inc. with matching holograms on the helmet and certificate.

Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears 2-Bar Mini Football Helmet with HOF 79 Inscription $161.76 This Chicago Bears NFL Throwback 2-Bar Mini Helmet has been hand signed by Dick Butkus. Mr. Butkus added the HOF 79 Inscription. The helmet will include the photo of Dick Butkus signing and Certificate of Authenticity from Creative Sports Ent, Inc. with matching holograms on the helmet and certificate.

Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears Authentic Mini Football Helmet with HOF 79 Inscription $176.47 This Chicago Bears NFL Throwback Authentic Mini Helmet has been hand signed by Dick Butkus. Mr. Butkus added the HOF 79 Inscription. The helmet will include the photo of Dick Butkus signing and Certificate of Authenticity from Creative Sports Ent, Inc. with matching holograms on the helmet and certificate.

Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears HOF 79 Full Size Replica Throwback Football Helmet $292.65 This Chicago Bears NFL Throwback Full Size Replica Helmet has been hand signed by Dick Butkus. Mr. Butkus added the HOF 79 Inscription. The helmet will include the photo of Dick Butkus signing and Certificate of Authenticity from Creative Sports Ent, Inc. with matching holograms on the helmet and certificate.

Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears TB Full Size Authentic Helmet $599.99 Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears TB Full Size Authentic Helmet The Chicago Bears selected University of Illinois standout Dick Butkus in the first round of the 1965 NFL Draft. Wise choice. The middle linebacker spent his entire pro career as a Bear wreaking havoc on opponents earning nine Pro Bowl invitations and living up to his nickname 'The Monster of the Midway.' Knee injuries forced Butkus to retire in 1973 and he entered the Hall of Fame in 1979. Dick Butkus has hand signed this Chicago Bears helmet. A Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Signed Dick Butkus Photo - Johnny Unitas 8x10 $295 Signed Dick Butkus Photo - Johnny Unitas 8x10 This 8x10 photo features two legendary NFL Hall of Famers Johnny Unitas and Dick Butkus. It is signed by both legends. This piece of autographed memorabilia comes directly from Mounted Memories so you are guaranteed a top quality smudge free signature. This item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity from Mounted Memories and includes their matching holograms. Mounted Memories is one of the largest memorabilia companies in the world and each signature is witnessed by one of their representatives. Make sure to add a high quality display case to your order to protect your investment.

Dick Butkus Chicago Bears NFL Autographed Full Size Deluxe Replica Football Helmet $499.99 Enjoy this helmet featuring NFL player Dick Butkus of the Chicago Bears. A great collector's piece for all Chicago Bears fans!This is a Full Size Deluxe Replica Bears Helmet hand signed by Dick Butkus. Butkus was a 2-time All-America at Illinois (1963-64) and a All-Pro 7 of 9 NFL seasons with Chicago Bears. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1979. This item is authenticated by All About Autographs. All About Autographs is a leading source for authentic sports and celebrity memorabilia. A Certificate of Authenticity accompanies the item and a tamper resistant holofoil is placed on both the item and the COA. The unique serial number on the holofoil is then registered in the All About Autographs Online Database which will list a detailed history for the item signed. All items will come with a photo from the signing when available.

Dick Butkus Chicago Bears NFL Autographed Full Size Pro Line Football Helmet $699.99 Enjoy this helmet featuring NFL player Dick Butkus of the Chicago Bears. A great collector's piece for all Chicago Bears fans!This is a Full Size Proline Bears Helmet hand signed by Dick Butkus. Butkus was a 2-time All-America at Illinois (1963-64) and a All-Pro 7 of 9 NFL seasons with Chicago Bears. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1979. This item is authenticated by All About Autographs. All About Autographs is a leading source for authentic sports and celebrity memorabilia. A Certificate of Authenticity accompanies the item and a tamper resistant holofoil is placed on both the item and the COA. The unique serial number on the holofoil is then registered in the All About Autographs Online Database which will list a detailed history for the item signed. All items will come with a photo from the signing when available.

Dick Butkus Chicago Bears - Blue Jersey - 16x20 Autographed Photograph $148.99 One of the fiercest players to ever play in the NFL. Butkus was a seven time NFL All Pro and played in eight Pro Bowls. He retired in 1973 after a knee injury slowed him down. The annual award given to the top linebacker in college- is now named after Butkus. This 16 x 20 photo is personally hand signed by Dick Butkus. This product is officially licensed by the National Football League and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories. To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.

Dick Butkus Autographed Football Details: Chicago Bears, HOF 79 Inscription $298.99 One of the fiercest players to ever play in the NFL. Butkus was a seven time All Pro and played in eight pro bowls. He retired in 1973 after a knee injury slowed him down. The annual award given to the top linebacker in college is named after Butkus. This Duke football has been personally hand signed by Butkus with the inscription HOF 79. The product is officially licensed by the NFL and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories. To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.

Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears Mini Football Helmet with HOF 79 Inscription (Mounted Hologram) $158.33 Dick Butkus hand autographed Chicago Bears (NFL) Riddell Mini Helmet with HOF79 Inscription. Mounted Memories Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity from Athlon Sports.

Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears Mini Football Helmet with HOF 79 Inscription (GTSM Hologram) $185.29 Dick Butkus hand autographed Chicago Bears (NFL) Replica Riddell mini helmet with HOF79 inscription. GTSM Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity from Athlon Sports.

Autographed Dick Butkus Photo - Johnny Unitas Framed 8x10 $399 Autographed Dick Butkus Photo - Johnny Unitas Framed 8x10 There are few NFL legends more popular or recognizable as Johnny Unitas and Dick Butkus. These Hall of Famers remain the standard for quarterbacks and defensemen in the league and are icons to Colts and Bears fans. This 8x10 photo has been signed by both Unitas and Butkus and has been professionally framed by Collectibles of the Game. It is matted in a beautiful suede mat and features a nameplate for each player as well as team coins under the photo. The photo was signed during a private signing with Mounted Memories and includes a Mounted Memories Certificate of Authenticity and tamper-proof hologram.

McFarlane NFL Chicago Bears Dick Butkus & Brian Urlacher Collector’s Edition Action Figure 2-Pack $33.15 McFarlane NFL Chicago Bears Dick Butkus & Brian Urlacher Collector’s Edition Action Figure 2-Pack McFarlane Toys is saluting the NFL's current stars and stalwart legends in 2011, and this Chicago Bears 2-pack is a nod to the Chicago Bears' long-standing commitment to a relentless, punishing defense. Hall of Fame linebacker Dick Butkus set the Chicago standard for toughness, and current defensive captain Brian Urlacher is the proud defender of that tradition. Brian Urlacher has returned from a year lost to injury to lead the Bears to the NFC North title and deep into the playoffs. This figure sports Chicago's retro uniform, notable for its orange numbers and logo-less helmet. It's the first time we've ever released a SportsPicks figure in this uniform. Dick Butkus returns to our SportsPicks line one year after debuting in our NFL Legends series. He's available in the white jersey that was previously available only as a Collector Level figure, but we've added heavy grass, dirt & mud stains to help it stand out on its own.

Dick Butkus Autographed "HOF 79" Chicago Bears White Jersey On The Run 8x10 Photograph $159.99 Dick Butkus Autographed "HOF 79" Chicago Bears White Jersey On The Run 8x10 Photograph Dick Butkus is widely regarded as the greatest linebacker of his generation and one of the best football players of all time. Butkus was picked third by his hometown team the Chicago Beras in the 1965 NFL Draft. He became a memebr of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979 and in 1985 the Dowtown Athletic Club of Orlando Florida created an award in his name. The Dick Butkus Award is given to the nations best Collegiate Linebacker. Dick Butkus has hand signed this 8x10 photograph of him running to make a tackle. A Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Dick Butkus Autographed "HOF 79" Chicago Bears White Jersey On The Run 16x20 Photograph $249.99 Dick Butkus Autographed "HOF 79" Chicago Bears White Jersey On The Run 16x20 Photograph Dick Butkus is widely regarded as the greatest linebacker of his generation and one of the best football players of all time. Butkus was picked third by his hometown team the Chicago Beras in the 1965 NFL Draft. He became a memebr of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979 and in 1985 the Dowtown Athletic Club of Orlando Florida created an award in his name. The Dick Butkus Award is given to the nations best Collegiate Linebacker. Dick Butkus has hand signed this 16x20 photograph of him running to make a tackle. A Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Dick Butkus Reebok NFL Navy Premier 1966 Throwback Chicago Bears Jersey $134.99 He's your favorite old school player and now you can proudly show it- with this new Dick Butkus Chicago Bears Premier vintage jersey from Reebok. This nylon/polyester Replithentic delivers superb value by combining quality and details that approach those of an authentic jersey with affordability rivaling that of a replica jersey. Features raised applique numbers on front- back and shoulders- and player name across back- that sport a traditional 'stitched' look. Includes torso section made of cool- 'breathable' poly mesh. Embroidered upper center front NFL Shield Sewn NFL Throwbacks and Player Name and Year labels on front left hem Officially licensed by the NFL

Dick Butkus White Reebok NFL Premier 1966 Throwback Chicago Bears Jersey $134.99 He's your favorite old school player and now you can proudly show it- with this new Dick Butkus Chicago Bears Premier vintage jersey from Reebok. This nylon/polyester Replithentic delivers superb value by combining quality and details that approach those of an authentic jersey with affordability rivaling that of a replica jersey. Features raised applique numbers on front- back and shoulders- and player name across back- that sport a traditional 'stitched' look. Includes torso section made of cool- 'breathable' poly mesh. Embroidered upper center front NFL Shield Sewn NFL Throwbacks and Player Name and Year labels on front left hem Officially licensed by the NFL

Dick Butkus Autographed Chicago Bears HOF 79 Authentic Full Size Throwback Football Helmet $477.94 This Chicago Bears NFL Throwback Authentic Pro Line Football Helmet has been hand signed by Dick Butkus. Mr. Butkus added the HOF 79 Inscription. The Helmet will include the photo of Brian Urlacher signing our helmets and a Certificate of Authenticity from Creative Sports Ent, Inc. with matching holograms on the helmet and certificate.

Signed Dick Butkus Helmet - Full Size $297.5 Signed Dick Butkus Helmet - Full Size Full size deluxe replica helmet. Elected into the Hall of Fame in 1979 his first year of eligibility even though he only played 6 seasons, from 1965 until 1970 when he injured his knee and never recovered and officially retired in 1973. During his six seasons he was All-NFL in each season finished second in rookie of the year voting to teammate Gale Sayers and won a championship in '65. Includes Mounted Memories new seriel numbered hologram and a certficate of authenticity .

Dick Butkus Print: Chicago Bears Large Canvas Art $175 "Butkus" is a Fine Art Giclee series on canvas. This image is based on an original painting by renowned abstract sports artist- Al Sorenson- depicting the Chicago Bear legend. The canvas measures approximately 24"H X 18"H- Opfficially Licensed by the NFL!

Dick Butkus Print: Chicago Bears Oversized Canvas Art $375 "Butkus" is a Fine Art Giclee series on canvas. This image is based on an original painting by renowned abstract sports artist- Al Sorenson- depicting the Chicago Bear legend. The canvas measures approximately 30"H X 24"H- Officially Licensed by the NFL!

Dick Butkus Print: Chicago Bears Wall Canvas Art $70 "Butkus" is a Fine Art Giclee series on canvas. This image is based on an original painting by renowned abstract sports artist- Al Sorenson- depicting the Chicago Bear legend. The canvas measures approximately 13"H X 11"H- Officially Licensed by the NFL!

Dick Butkus Autographed Authentic Duke Football Inscribed HOF 71 $285.71 Autographed Chicago Bears Dick Butkus Authentic Duke Football Inscribed "HOF 71". This item comes with a special tamper proof hologram and certificate of authenticity from Athletic Promotional Events. What a great collectible or gift for the serious NFL fan!

Dick Butkus Reebok Retired Great Profile Chicago Bears T-Shirt $14.99 Considered by most the greatest middle linebacker of all time- he was without question as intimidating a player as ever took the field. Honor his ferocious legacy with this Dick Butkus Chicago Bears Retired Great Profile T-Shirt. Easy care- durable wear Officially licensed by the NFL

Dick Butkus Chicago Bears - with Bradshaw - Autographed 8x10 Photograph $103.99 This 8x10 photo has been personally hand signed by the Chicago Bears Hall of Fame linebacker Dick Butkus. Butkus was drafted in the first round by his hometown team- the Chicago Bears. In Chicago- Butkus became known for wreaking havoc on the opponent's backfield. He was selected to the Pro Bowl for 8 seasons- and was all-league six times. In his rookie season- Butkus led the team in tackles- interceptions- forced fumbles- and fumble recoveries and regularly led the team in these categories throughout his career. Butkus recovered 25 fumbles in his career- an NFL record at the time of his retirement. He was one of most feared players of his era and even appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1970 with the caption "The Most Feared Man in the Game." This product is officially licensed by the National Football League and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories. To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.

Dick Butkus Chicago Bears Autographed 8x10 Photograph with Gale Sayers $103.99 This 8x10 photo has been personally hand signed by the Chicago Bears Hall of Fame linebacker Dick Butkus. Butkus was drafted in the first round by his hometown team- the Chicago Bears. In Chicago- Butkus became known for wreaking havoc on the opponent's backfield. He was selected to the Pro Bowl for 8 seasons- and was all-league six times. In his rookie season- Butkus led the team in tackles- interceptions- forced fumbles- and fumble recoveries and regularly led the team in these categories throughout his career. Butkus recovered 25 fumbles in his career- an NFL record at the time of his retirement. He was one of most feared players of his era and even appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1970 with the caption "The Most Feared Man in the Game." This product is officially licensed by the National Football League and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories.  To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.

Dick Butkus Hand Signed Full Size Proline Bears Helmet $429.77 This is a Full Size Proline Bears Helmet hand signed by Dick Butkus. Butkus was a 2-time All-America at Illinois (1963-64) and a All-Pro 7 of 9 NFL seasons with Chicago Bears. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1979. This item is authenticated by All About Autographs. All About Autographs is a leading source for authentic sports and celebrity memorabilia. A Certificate of Authenticity accompanies the item and a tamper resistant holofoil is placed on both the item and the COA. The unique serial number on the holofoil is then registered in the All About Autographs Online Database which will list a detailed history for the item signed. All items will come with a photo from the signing when available. Type: Helmet Color: Blue Material: Plastic

Dick Butkus Hand Signed Full Size Deluxe Replica Bears Helmet $389.03 This is a Full Size Deluxe Replica Bears Helmet hand signed by Dick Butkus. Butkus was a 2time AllAmerica at Illinois (196364) and a AllPro 7 of 9 NFL seasons with Chicago Bears. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1979. This item is authenticated by All About Autographs. All About Autographs is a leading source for authentic sports and celebrity memorabilia. A Certificate of Authenticity accompanies the item and a tamper resistant holofoil is placed on both the item and the COA. The unique serial number on the holofoil is then registered in the All About Autographs Online Database which will list a detailed history for the item signed. All items will come with a photo from the signing when available.

Dick Butkus, Chicago Bears Autographed Riddell Throwback Authentic Mini Football Helmet $181.67 A great collector's piece for any Dick Butkus NFL Chicago Bears fan. These helmets feature authentic team colors and decals and are complete with facemask and padding. A Certificate of Authenticity is included with this Autographed Mini-Helmet

Dick Butkus Chicago Bears Autographed 8 x 10 Photograph and Unautographed 8 x 10 Photograph (Framed) $164.95 Enjoy this autographed photograph of NFL Chicago Bears Dick Butkus. One 8" x 10" photograph is autographed and the other 8" x 10" photograph is unautographed. These two photos are framed beautifully in a 18" x 22" frame.

Dick Butkus Autographed Jersey Details: Chicago Bears, Blue, ''HOF 79'' Inscription $374.99 One of the fiercest players to ever play in the NFL. Butkus was a seven time NFL All Pro and played in eight Pro Bowls. He retired in 1973 after a knee injury slowed him down. The annual award given to the top linebacker in college- is now named after Butkus. This Chicago Bears blue jersey is personally hand signed by Dick Butkus and inscribed "HOF". This product is officially licensed by the National Football League and comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted Memories. To ensure authenticity- the hologram can be reviewed online. This process helps to ensure that the product purchased is authentic and eliminates any possibility of duplication or fraud.

Dick Butkus Autographed "HOF 79" Chicago Bears Black Jersey On the Run 8x10 Photograph $159.99 Dick Butkus Autographed "HOF 79" Chicago Bears Black Jersey On the Run 8x10 Photograph Dick Butkus is widely regarded as the greatest linebacker of his generation and one of the best football players of all time. Butkus was picked third by his hometown team the Chicago Beras in the 1965 NFL Draft. He became a memebr of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979 and in 1985 the Dowtown Athletic Club of Orlando Florida created an award in his name. The Dick Butkus Award is given to the nations best Collegiate Linebacker. Dick Butkus has hand signed this 8x10 photograph of him running to make a tackle and added the special inscription 'HOF 79' A Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity is included. \r\n

Dick Butkus Autographed "HOF 79" Chicago Bears Black Jersey On the Run 16x20 Photograph $249.99 Dick Butkus Autographed "HOF 79" Chicago Bears Black Jersey On the Run 16x20 Photograph Dick Butkus is widely regarded as the greatest linebacker of his generation and one of the best football players of all time. Butkus was picked third by his hometown team the Chicago Beras in the 1965 NFL Draft. He became a memebr of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979 and in 1985 the Dowtown Athletic Club of Orlando Florida created an award in his name. The Dick Butkus Award is given to the nations best Collegiate Linebacker. Dick Butkus has hand signed this 16x20 photograph of him running to make a tackle and added the special inscription 'HOF 79' A Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Dick Butkus 1966 Chicago Bears #51 Gridiron Classics Premier Throwback Reebok NFL Football Jersey (Deep Obsidian) $104.17 What better way to support your favorite team than wearing this Dick Butkus Chicago Bears NFL premier throwback jersey?5 oz. polyester premier mesh body; 5 oz. polyester premier dazzle sleeve/yoke; 8.6 oz. polyester flat knit rib collar; 8.6 oz. polyester engineered stripe knit inserts for select teamsEngineered and constructed to replicate the Pro Cut retro jersey silhouette from the player's eraPlayer name and number made from dyed or screen printed tackle twill, depending on the team; single layer tackle twill is screen printed to give the appearance of multiple layers of twill; each printed layer has a printed stitch around each color "layer"; outer edge of numbers are embroidered; outer edge of letters for player name are embroidered onto a sewn down name plateTeam word marks, logos and sleeve stripes are printed on the jersey and are modeled after the retro graphics from the player's eraFully embroidered NFL retro classic shield patch is sewn on the bottom of the front collar or fabric insertReebok classic super court logo is screen printed on each sleeveReebok-NFL Throwbacks Vintage Classic jock tag with alpha sizingReebok-NFL Players Association jock tag with the player's name, team and player year

Dick Butkus Autographed Helmet $629 Dick Butkus Autographed Helmet Chicago Bears helmet autographed by Dick Butkus

Dick Butkus Chicago Bears Hall of Fame 1979 Golden Classic Football Case $67.27 This Golden Classic Football Display Case is perfect for displaying your Dick Butkus football. The display comes with black acrylic base gold risers and a mirrored back. The career achievements of Hall of Fame linebacker Dick Butkus are laser etched on the front along with the official Chicago Bears NFL logo. It is made of 1/8th thick acrylic and features a clear acrylic lid with 70% UV protection. Inner measurements: 11 3/4" x 8 3/4" x 7" Outer dimension: 13x 10x 8. Football is not included.

Dick Butkus Chicago Bears Hall of Fame 1979 Golden Classic Helmet Case $127.99 This Golden Classic Football Helmet Case is perfect for displaying your Dick Butkus helmet. The helmet display case is made of 1/8th thick acrylic, and features a clear acrylic lid, a black acrylic base, and a mirrored back. The career achievements of Hall of Fame linebacker Dick Butkus are laser etched on the front along with the official Chicago Bears NFL logo. Measures 12 1/4x 9 3/4x 9. Manufactured in the USA by Mounted Memories. Helmet is not included.

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