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Title: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: tim2000s on November 17, 2011, 05:50:06 PM
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Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Six Sixes Cricket on November 17, 2011, 06:13:09 PM
Nice new stickers, thin edges again, I reckon your edge-ist. What's the weight? Not the biggest of looking bats.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Canners on November 17, 2011, 06:23:10 PM
Specs?
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Canners on November 17, 2011, 06:23:55 PM
I reckon that's gotta be 2.5 all in?
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Six Sixes Cricket on November 17, 2011, 06:37:04 PM
2-6 with a double grip
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Colesy on November 17, 2011, 06:39:25 PM
2.10
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on November 17, 2011, 07:02:29 PM
2.9 Not lways the biggest but lovely bats have another on order ;)
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Apple on November 17, 2011, 07:26:35 PM
2.2
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Buzz on November 17, 2011, 07:29:43 PM
long blade, English made, not Indian dried, so 2lbs 9  with grip and stickers.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Vaper on November 17, 2011, 08:02:42 PM
Got mine today and hand delivered by the man himself in a tie!!!

Unsure how to post pics on here though? It's sweet  8)



Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Joe on November 17, 2011, 08:05:39 PM
upload the pics to Imageshack and copy the forum link into the post.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Buzz on November 17, 2011, 08:08:11 PM
here is a little sneak preview of mine on the scales (with my slightly odd - and heavy grip set up...!)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/NEWSAF2.png)
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: tim2000s on November 17, 2011, 08:09:04 PM
long blade, English made, not Indian dried, so 2lbs 9  with grip and stickers.
It's rather nice, but I haven't yet had the chance to test it with a mallet. The best feedback I can give is that it picks up well and probably weighs around 2lb10oz. Ohe, and it's a more traditional shape, so has plenty of wood where it's needed!
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on November 17, 2011, 08:12:57 PM
here is a little sneak preview of mine on the scales (with my slightly odd - and heavy grip set up...!)
([url]http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/NEWSAF2.png[/url])


What shape did you get ?
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: steelcouch on November 17, 2011, 08:15:31 PM
Tim, how many bats do you have??

Buzz, nice
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Buzz on November 17, 2011, 08:19:56 PM
mine seems to be a cross between an Orign and a MechTen - but I have the infinity stickers still to put on it!
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: tim2000s on November 17, 2011, 08:39:27 PM
Tim, how many bats do you have??

Buzz, nice
Having done a little count up, 23. Of those, there are 6 Sports Direct Slazengers, two of which are pretty amazing for the price, three of which are very good for the price and one which is a bit of a dog. So, you could say 16 proper bats and two T20 bats, plus some over-zealous time in SD...

Just wait til the better pictures appear...
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Vaper on November 17, 2011, 08:53:17 PM
upload the pics to Imageshack and copy the forum link into the post.


Thanks Joe

I think this is right
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Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: tim2000s on November 17, 2011, 08:55:02 PM
Looks good!
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Buzz on November 17, 2011, 08:57:03 PM
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/IMAG0363.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/IMAG0364.jpg)

the bat looks and feels much better than the pics...
(please excuse the toe guard, I haven't finished putting it on yet...)
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Joe on November 17, 2011, 08:57:43 PM
Vaper - Is it me or is the infinity sticker on the back slightly off centre? I love the SAF profiles, but prefer the 2011 stickers. That said, I like these ones as well.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Vaper on November 17, 2011, 08:58:21 PM
Looking forward to nets now!
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: tim2000s on November 17, 2011, 09:01:50 PM
Looking forward to nets now!
Me too...
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Vaper on November 17, 2011, 09:06:12 PM
Vaper - Is it me or is the infinity sticker on the back slightly off centre? I love the SAF profiles, but prefer the 2011 stickers. That said, I like these ones as well.

nope all good might be the pic
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on November 17, 2011, 09:32:18 PM
All looking good. Looking forward to mine thats being made in January
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: tim2000s on November 21, 2011, 08:14:01 AM
Had the chance to spend a bit more time, so here's a brief first impressions and a few more pictures.

It doesn't have massive edges and has a very traditional looking shape, but what surprised me mostly was the weight. I've mentioned before it picks up well, but I'd never have guessed that it weighs 2lb11oz. Andy has done a fantastic job on the balance of the bat. I've had a brief tap with the mallet and it seems to have a long middle and taps up nicely. I'll be taking it to nets on  wednesday night to find out more. First impression is that it looks good and picks up well. Can't wait to see the reaction against some real balls!

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Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on January 06, 2012, 09:07:14 PM
Should see the clefts posted on facebook definitely worth a look
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Canners on January 06, 2012, 09:42:35 PM
Should see the clefts posted on facebook definitely worth a look

i noticed them as well, a couple of stunners on there
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on January 06, 2012, 09:53:46 PM
think Simmy has been looking too :D
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on February 03, 2012, 06:41:40 PM
Going to see Andy sunday(weather permitting)  + collect my Hades will get some pics up really looking forward to see it.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Buzz on February 03, 2012, 06:46:24 PM
lucky boy, the hades is a fabulous shape. make sure you get a saf sleeve to protect it!
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: FattusCattus on February 03, 2012, 07:41:57 PM
or as we know it - The 'Batdom'
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: tim2000s on February 03, 2012, 09:00:49 PM
Very jealous. Lovely bats!
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: petehosk on February 03, 2012, 11:37:44 PM
The Hades we tried at the batoff was absolutely stunning!
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on February 05, 2012, 05:28:45 PM
Weather defeated me today so bat being posted will get some pics up when received
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Blazer on February 06, 2012, 09:25:43 PM
MY SAF back from a refurb and weight reduction :).Thanks Andy and Marcus.
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Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on February 06, 2012, 09:30:35 PM
looks good what was it Fabrica?
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: The_Bird on February 06, 2012, 09:38:20 PM
What are Saf's scuff sheets like? Worth £6?
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Blazer on February 06, 2012, 09:41:52 PM
looks good what was it Fabrica?
It was an Erus mate.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Blazer on February 06, 2012, 09:44:22 PM
What are Saf's scuff sheets like? Worth £6?
They are the self healing type,with matt finish(similar to TLB ones ?).I would say they are quite good. :)
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: norbs on February 06, 2012, 10:09:50 PM
Did you re-grip it Blazer sure it left with one on?
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on February 06, 2012, 10:13:20 PM
What grips are on the SAF bats this year
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: norbs on February 06, 2012, 10:22:23 PM
What grips are on the SAF bats this year

Standard grips Paul decided they make no difference other then preference, ie ribbed, thick, chevron etc etc.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on February 06, 2012, 10:24:50 PM
Cheers, be good to receive the Hades.

been hearing great things on the shape.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Blazer on February 06, 2012, 10:25:43 PM
Did you re-grip it Blazer sure it left with one on?
Its the same grip that came with it Norbs. I tinkered with a half spiral grip inside it, doesn't work for me as I have small hands.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: norbs on February 06, 2012, 10:30:16 PM
Its the same grip that came with it Norbs. I tinkered with a half spiral grip inside it, doesn't work for me as I have small hands.

She'll take a least 2 chevrons without effecting the "ping pints" just glad you are happy with her
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on February 09, 2012, 08:04:37 PM
https://p.twimg.com/AlOUx-2CQAAvM_A.jpg:large

Could be mine as Andy posted it today
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: FattusCattus on February 09, 2012, 09:40:36 PM
Phwoarrr Paccers - what weight is yours supposed to be?
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on February 10, 2012, 07:09:15 AM
Phwoarrr Paccers - what weight is yours supposed to be?

Andy has confirmed she is 2lb9.5oz
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on February 10, 2012, 09:47:31 PM
Bat arrived today its an absolute beauty(maybe not for those that like lots of grains)

Sounds a beut off the mallet.

Nice pick up improved as now added a combigrip.

(http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af298/pacman75cricket/9673750532233.jpg)
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Not sure whether to oil or antiscuff
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: FvanN on February 10, 2012, 09:49:36 PM
She is nice, very nice
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Ryan on February 10, 2012, 09:51:15 PM
Nice, love saf bats...good work Norbs!
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on February 10, 2012, 09:52:16 PM
she sure is Andy called her a minx & offered to have her back already.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: mattw on February 10, 2012, 09:52:43 PM
looks lovely.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Joe on February 10, 2012, 09:54:50 PM
That's very nice - same profile as the bat I made.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: wilkie113 on February 10, 2012, 09:57:17 PM
Very very nice profile, lovely looking bat, I'm sure it's a bloody gun :D
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Johnny on February 10, 2012, 10:08:13 PM
Really Joe? As I understand it, he Hades is precision designed. Very jealous, I really want one!
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Joe on February 10, 2012, 10:13:16 PM
Well, roughly. Mid middle, concaved, high-ish spine and an offset edge.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: norbs on February 10, 2012, 10:56:52 PM
Well, roughly. Mid middle, concaved, high-ish spine and an offset edge.

Hades mid to low middle can be moved higher but not lower, offset edge, balanced and swing (mmoi) to place sweet spot in hitting area for middle type ordered. Pressing type differs slightly as well on the Hades.

Ps. Nothing like yours imho different edge type and position and spine to shoulder also different, middle spine differs at toe as well I think. That said I like yours Joe but I think they are different 
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on February 11, 2012, 06:22:03 AM
Thanks Andy think she is going to be absolute gun like you said middle feels ridiculously long & off the mallet she sounds so sweet.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: Blazer on February 11, 2012, 10:15:21 AM
Lovely bat mate,Hope it goes well for you. The bat looks like 3/4 is the middle. Iam really tempted to get one for next year.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: pacman75cricket on February 19, 2012, 08:09:52 PM
Used at nets on bowling machine for a short session. Think I am going to enjoy this + think its gonna be an absolutele gun.
Title: Re: New SAF... Teasers
Post by: charlie_bendall on March 08, 2012, 07:55:15 PM
Received mine back from Andy yesterday after he made it a couple of ounces lighter. It is a fabrica but i now have the new infinity stickers applied and they look good. Hopefully put it to good use!

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