Custom Bats Cricket Forum
Equipment => Bats => Topic started by: Wazi on April 28, 2014, 01:35:51 PM
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Hey,
Last year i got Black cat Custom which wasnt very good.. My Brothers malik was better surprisingly.
Best bat ive used to date is without a doubt Hammer berserker ST.
So now ive heard b3 Crowns are good & Affinity Spectre is good as well.
Ive also been looking at BB's Lams they do seem quite good as well.
So any help would be nice :D
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depends on your budget.
BB and B3 are on the forum so can help you out. I have used both and both are very decent bats. Never seen an Affinity but they seem to be very popular and have good performance according to reviews.
why not try out another brand like aldred or red ink or a custom batmaker like Ryan (RK) or ST Cricket or White Willow (their bats look superb)
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I also have a Black Cat custom shadow at a cost of £ 275.00 which i have never been happy with.
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I've got a Joker Extreme which is rubbish too.
Still, from the choices you've offered, B3 Crown, however I have seen a BB Lam and was taken aback at it's balance and ping.
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To stick up for Black Cat, I had one of their Customs a few years back and it went like a train.
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I am not one for hearsay. But are Black Cat's & BB's from the same source?
Apologies if I am way off the mark.
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Streaky was weighing the new clefts which arrived last week on Saturday, there are a few Crowns arrived in this batch which look the dogs!! If youre able to visit I highly recommend popping by to have a look and if not then we can arrange a Skype session with the Doc.
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Well as the other half of B3 I have a different take than most.
blank bats are very good bats and offer great value for sure and great quality.
Affinity seem to have good reviews and there quality can not be doubted either.
We have the crown which is made up of the top 1 per cent of willow which is used normally for proffesional only. You get the exact shape you want in the weight you want.
We also have the no quibbles return policy
Look at the reviews of our product it is not a fight for your money mate it is simple crown clefts are special as Rich rightly puts..
Hard choice to make my good friend maybe a look at the recent crown will help you it is a hard choice if you need anything do not hesitate to pm me or Butterfingerz as we prefer the personal touch mate.
We are simply unique in the world in the process we bring and what we offer.
Dave
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Tough choice. I have BB Lam and also B3 crown, both are fantastic bats. keep in mind that Lams are banned by ICC. Lams definitely have added ping.
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Roco i do not know if black cat and BB are from the same source but my black cat shadow and my teamates BB have the same profile.
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I've had a Spectre pass through my hands, and they are fantastic bats, pick up so well for the shape and weight and respond excellently.
I've also had 2 B3 Stripe 1s pass through my hand, and watched one of them help my mate score a nice 80, and the other one is even more responsive IMO. It will be interesting to see how a Crown one compares!
I've never seen a BB, but I've had plenty of bats from the same bat maker, who is one of the best in the UK. No doubt, from all the feedback on the forum, that the BB boys will look after you.
Personally, I wouldn't go for a laminate, as they are banned. If you have a big budget, then I would be tempted to go for a B3 Crown. If you use a 2.9+, and the Beserker ST is the best bat you've ever used, I would actually seriously consider contacting Jake at Vitas to get one of these instead, and spend the rest of the money on some coaching or other gear:
http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=30047.0 (http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=30047.0)
IMO, that ST profile is even better than the Hammer one, simply because there is no concaving whatsoever on them. I purchased one from Asad, which is ridiculously good. You just have to let the bat drop on half volleys to get some serious punch behind the ball, really top quality bats. :)
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I haven't had a chance to own Affinity because I can not justify that cost for the manufacturers credentials.
I had top end B3, it was pre-Crown willow days, since I bought top end, it would now be graded as Crown willow. It was not a good bat, I was not really impressed by it, thus, sold it locally. Have a look at number of B3 going for sale, it should give you an idea what their market is like. Too many people selling them is not a good sign.
BlankBats Laminate, I have it and it is impressive. Amazing ping and go extremely well. Terrific bats really.
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I haven't had a chance to own Affinity because I can not justify that cost for the manufacturers credentials.
I had top end B3, it was pre-Crown willow days, since I bought top end, it would now be graded as Crown willow. It was not a good bat, I was not really impressed by it, thus, sold it locally. Have a look at number of B3 going for sale, it should give you an idea what their market is like. Too many people selling them is not a good sign.
BlankBats Laminate, I have it and it is impressive. Amazing ping and go extremely well. Terrific bats really.
I do not like to hear this UZAIR mate there has always been a no quibble guarentee with our bats. You have to understand how many we sell compaired to all the other brand to truely appreaicate the sell on option we have had over 2000 bats sold and only a handful of issues so i guess your point does not stand up.
I could also mention the number of international players and county player who use our equipment (many who pay full price) but this is a sales thread we have more time for that later.
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I do not like to hear this UZAIR mate there has always been a no quibble guarentee with our bats. You have to understand how many we sell compaired to all the other brand to truely appreaicate the sell on option we have had over 2000 bats sold and only a handful of issues so i guess your point does not stand up.
I could also mention the number of international players and county player who use our equipment (many who pay full price) but this is a sales thread we have more time for that later.
When I got the bat, B3 was not even close to halfway mark to what they are now so chances to get a quality bat were higher then as opposed to now as quantity has drastically soared now.
And I can mention those exact international player name who paid full price and disliked B3 bats, but as you said leave that for later :)
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U can always try one of our black/green mamba pro bats
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Go to a retailer that stocks all three there should be a few you can choose from you will more than likely come away with something completely different
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I have a bb lam in a Thruxton shape and it is amazing, simply amazing for a 2.7 bat!
My only gripe is the two spice stickers have fallen off, so it is a genuine blank bat now :)
Can't wait for a road trip to B3 though
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I haven't had a chance to own Affinity because I can not justify that cost for the manufacturers credentials.
I had top end B3, it was pre-Crown willow days, since I bought top end, it would now be graded as Crown willow. It was not a good bat, I was not really impressed by it, thus, sold it locally. Have a look at number of B3 going for sale, it should give you an idea what their market is like. Too many people selling them is not a good sign.
BlankBats Laminate, I have it and it is impressive. Amazing ping and go extremely well. Terrific bats really.
http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=20313.15 (http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=20313.15)
Poor bat you say ;)
But agree we have improved markedly which is shown in the advance in our approach but once again all feedback is taken and evaluated on a meeting.
I hope Wazi gets the bat he desires :D
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I have a bb lam in a Thruxton shape and it is amazing, simply amazing for a 2.7 bat!
My only gripe is the two spice stickers have fallen off, so it is a genuine blank bat now :)
Can't wait for a road trip to B3 though
Get in touch mate via pm, we'll sort u out a free set.
Back to the topic, if was going to be biased I would say bb all the way. In reality they are all very good bats. Tough choice for the OP I guess.
T
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Brill I'll send you a pm, the bat is ace thank you
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Dave please don't harp on about B3's no quibble return policy, its a bit of a joke. My crown willow bat broke in half in two months of usage. I have now been waiting about 3 months for a replacement. BB and or an UziPro would be my choice in the above list.
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I have sorted you issue out ca gold have I not. As I have promised about customer services i have and will imporve them. Saying I have no been prompt and kept you in the loop..
I seem to be having to justify quite a bit recently and I guess quite rightly errors have been made i do not hide from them.
I will be the customer liaison on this forum for B3 any issues come to me direct I will make appropriate action as I have demonstrated.
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It would be good if we could keep to the topic please.
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I live in Denmark
So i cant go to retailers and check bats my self :(
After receiving my Black cat which i did have high hopes for and turned out to be a plank.
I am a Club cricketer so lams should be fine here.. Don't think anyone really knows about lams here.
Also my H4L custom broke 3 weeks ago, However it did play better then the BC.
But nothing compare to the respons my Hammer had.
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I have a couple of B&S Laminates that may be of interest.
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Get a bb lam, mine just came and it's the best bat I've ever seen. Ping is also the better than my 'pro' Newbery bat.
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Have two bb lams which go like real guns ..but having seen shoab's b3 crown which is huge for that weight with superb ping ...
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I have a couple of B&S Laminates that may be of interest.
are these B&S laminates performance enhanced lams or size increased?
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Have two bb lams which go like real guns ..but having seen shoab's b3 crown which is huge for that weight with superb ping ...
We've a couple of superb Crown clefts in at the moment but dont expect them to be on the top shelf for long!
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Get a bb lam, mine just came and it's the best bat I've ever seen. Ping is also the better than my 'pro' Newbery bat.
Glad you are happy with it.....
I said it was a pinger didn't i 😉
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are these B&S laminates performance enhanced lams or size increased?
Performance.
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Affinity have a good reputation but I have never used one, I have just got a used B3 from a forum member so as to make my own opinion. BB: I have had 3, 1 I kept, 2nd went to a team kit and 3rd for a mate. All 3 were excellent, I ended up selling mine to a forum member (Tejaspatel) and he can correct me if my assesment on BB was overrated which I don't think it was.
So based on 3 choices you have listed I would recommend BB, don't bother with a Lam. You are a club cricketer, get a mid to low range BB, use it to see if you like it and if you do like then next time you can get a top of the line BB (Gold or LE or whatever it is called) and if you don't like then you haven't sunk a bagfull of money.
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Affinity have a good reputation but I have never used one, I have just got a used B3 from a forum member so as to make my own opinion. BB: I have had 3, 1 I kept, 2nd went to a team kit and 3rd for a mate. All 3 were excellent, I ended up selling mine to a forum member (Tejaspatel) and he can correct me if my assesment on BB was overrated which I don't think it was.
So based on 3 choices you have listed I would recommend BB, don't bother with a Lam. You are a club cricketer, get a mid to low range BB, use it to see if you like it and if you do like then next time you can get a top of the line BB (Gold or LE or whatever it is called) and if you don't like then you haven't sunk a bagfull of money.
Tushar is right the BB is an amazing bat. Used it for a couple of friendlies and everyone including the opponents were impressed by the performance and the minimalist design. Some of the team mates left their new GN, Kook and hunts county bats cause they really wanted to play with the BB.
As for affinity a team mate of mine bought a carbine yesterday and will get to see it in flesh this weekend.
Though it won't be match ready will update you how it feels and pings.
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I have a BB Lam with a two-spring handle and its awesome really cracks when you connect. I don't use it in games though mainly purchased it so I could have a go with a lam (well its my second lam but wanted one with a two-spring handle).
Can't comment on the other two but wouldn't mind designing a profile with a crown cleft and Affinity bats look amazing can't say I've seen a bad one from the ones that have been posted up on the forum.
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I'd recommend seeing what Paul has at IJC.
He always has beauties!
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I have, or have previously, owned each one of these brands (Plus LOADS more!);
- A BB Amplus
- A B3 3-Stripe Custom
- An Affinity Ayrtek
I am going to be honest, they are all a much of a muchness, if you excuse the phrase, in terms of quality and price.
The pressing, quality and price from all three companies is very similar - regardless of how each may say they are better (Of course they are going to do that, they are businesses competing for market share).
However, the customisation option from B3 allows them to have a USP which entices many 'badgers', Affinity are doing great things in sound resolution and finish and B3 just offer a beautiful/classical all-round package.
I know what I am saying is probably not going to make your choice easier but, in my honest option, whatever one you choose in the end, will make you happy. They are three of the brightest boutique brands out there.
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A bat is a bat 90% of the time. All have decent reputations and I have used or seen none of the asked.
I have a couple of BB part mades which I am slowly working on. I am very impressed with the performance of the pressing so far and their customer service was top notch.
However the lams are supposed to be better, which would be even more impressive.
Whatever you pick, I am sure you'll have a top bat.
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Thanks for your replies everyone.
I am talking with both BB and B3 Right now.
I think il drop Affinity for now.
Regarding lams how much of a difference if there in performs if anyone can tell me?
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Wazi
Your inbox is full we can't supply any laminates mate i have used them and found no difference in performance out of a glue but the rubber inserted one i have.
More than happy to discuss anything mate both brands you have chosen have/make good bats mate.
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The forum as a whole had trialled many laminates. At the level of cricket most of us are at, buying a cheaper bat and a load of coaching sessions is likely to lead to bigger hits than buying a laminate. I've had one and while it was nice, it wasn't significantly better than other bats I have used. The coaching would do me more good.
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Hello, towards the start of the winter nets I needed a proper bat. Previously had a macer cricket bat (which I would not reccomend) but, I came across affinity cricket. The service Marcus offered was great! He took in the information on what I wanted and in my eyes could not have created a better bat. Weighing 2'10, the carbine picks up a lot lighter almost like a 2'8. During the winter nets up at the county ground, I must say it doesn't half ping off the bat! Would highly reccomend affinity for a high quality bat!!
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I'm slightly biased towards Affinity, as I have a Spectre, which is an excellent bat, well worth the money
And Marcus's attention to detail and overall service is as good as it gets.
Would also highly recommend Aldred bats and Asads Uzi pro bats, both of which are top end
Must admit tho, I would love a go with a lam!ha