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Cricket Manufacturers / Brands => blankbats.co.uk => Topic started by: Buzz on May 20, 2014, 09:13:30 AM
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As you may have seen from the WIYK video competition - I do have an extraordinary new wand.
And I am very justified in using the words "extraordinary new wand".
Background story...
I phoned Mike up around Easter outlining my need (really? - more like desire...) for a new bat, an appropriately large (very reasonable?!) sum of cash changed hands and Mike said he would bring me something the next time we met up - which worked for me. Unfortunately we didn't get so have our net due for ages (all my fault) so I asked Mike to post the bat to me in time for my game at the weekend.
What I wasn't expecting was what arrived
Mike said he would choose me an awesome performing bat and insisted that I should trust him to find me something I would love.
Now typically I would be relatively prescriptive on shape/style of bat - preferably something either relatively traditional or a lovely Pakistani shaped bat - usually the most important things for me are having the right handle and in a 2-10-211 weight range - but I have seen (and sampled) some of the more different shapes Blank Bats have trialled with Mike when we have netted - so I was persuaded to go with the flow.
What I wasn't expecting was this huge grade 2 (or 3 or Butterfly - who really knows...) custom XL club shaped weapon.
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MjQuanBn_zpsdd808b18.jpg)
This beast is all about performance - beauty here is in the eye of the beholder, it picks up well nicely on weight - but boy does it go.
It has been a while since I walked out to bat wielding something that really gave me confidence in the willow I was holding. The SAF Genus I had scored me loads of runs but was always just too heavy and my other bat had the middle too high - which I thought based on my netting was where I needed it - but it appears where I hit the ball in the nets doesn't resemble where I hit the ball in the middle.
This bat however felt good as I faced my first ball (an ungainly non-foot moving prod at a brisk ish medium paced plodder). The second ball screamed to the boundary through the off side. Confidence was back - and continued to flow until I was out LBW to one that kept a little low (shot along the floor - as I was shaping to launch it into Dorking).
Two things also to say
1. there has been a load of debate around concaving and performance - with this - I have large edges and massive amounts of wood in the hitting area - which does inspire confidence
2. yes it has nine straitish grains - but performance can definitely come from the less pretty bats
As I mention in the video's this is an extra ordinary club. Genuinely good enough for a pro. Genuinely wasted on me - but boy will I enjoy it...
Everyone loves a little video review!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQWb6Hdrk9o (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQWb6Hdrk9o)
Here are a few pictures of the Incredible Hulk Club...
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MzUuanBn_zps1688e4e7.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MzQuanBn_zpse8a40e35.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MzMuanBn_zpsd69443a9.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MzIuanBn_zps7750104c.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MzEuanBn_zps5bbd58bc.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MzAuanBn_zpse3e9c931.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MjkuanBn_zps6b8b0ae0.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MjcuanBn_zpsebf9c02f.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MjYuanBn_zps8aaa46f2.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MjUuanBn_zps8bd96e96.jpg)
With the special super large coin on the edge...
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MjIuanBn_zps7d2517f9.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MTkuanBn_zps30585d90.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MjAuanBn_zpsbe1b7ae9.jpg)
And on the scales
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MTguanBn_zps5b8ec945.jpg)
and one after use...
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4MzguanBn_zps08ea6a2f.jpg)
yes this bat is
(http://www.virginmedia.com/images/captain-caveman-gal-431.jpg) meets (http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-z5NZYm6W5Q4/ToTco_HZT-I/AAAAAAAAFrY/-SLa-mSHTgk/s400/INCREDIBLE-HULK-1-HEADER.jpg)
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Great stuff
I've seen Canners bat which is very similar to that profile. Seems to be a winner.
Lucky Buzz.
(The Tour profile could be the new butterfly)
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Nice review mate, a lot of effort put into it, this must be one of the best bats ever! Wish I could have something like this in 2.8, maybe smaller spine and edges, with not much concaving. When I heard that sound 😍. My dream bat. Think it sounds almost as good as some of those 3lb monsters on Its Just Cricket's channel.
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Wow!!!!
I think this should do a visit to the BoE nets on Weds night, for err science reasons :D
Looks beautiful!
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A Captain Caveman club you say..........................................most interesting!
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Looking at Captain Cavemans club, 4 grains, not very straight. TT sloped shoulders.
BUZZ if you hit a 6 with this bat you must shout "HULK SMASH!!!"
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Glad to see that it has arrived. It looks lovely and in Hulk green too.
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Looking at Captain Cavemans club, 4 grains, not very straight. TT sloped shoulders.
BUZZ if you hit a 6 with this bat you must shout "HULK SMASH!!!"
I have hit a six with it... I didn't feel the need to shout HULK SMASH however!! But I did grin broadly!
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Nice detailed review and lovely meaty profile!
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Dream profile - absolutely drooling! Would love one of these. So much wood.
To come in at 2lb 10.5oz we must be talking low density cleft!
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Beast bat that is :)
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Mmm nice bat :)
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Oh yes!!!
Two things
First, fair play to whoever shaped it, stunning profile
Second, looks huge for the weight? Especially without any concaving
Want one!
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If anyone wants one of these bad boys......I Will offer a run of 5 of these bats at £200 posted
Teambb
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What weight range are these available in?
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If anyone wants one of these bad boys......I Will offer a run of 5 of these bats at £200 posted
Teambb
Is it possible to get one around 2'9 and a half if so i'm in
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What weight range are these available in?
They start at 2.8/9 dependant on the cleft. What weight are you after?
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Is it possible to get one around 2'9 and a half if so i'm in
Sure is
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Looks a cracker profile what the edge size and alone size out of interest mate
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They start at 2.8/9 dependant on the cleft. What weight are you after?
Fully made up under the or around the 2,10 region with scuff sheet and match ready if possible
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I saw, held and rubbed myself up against this bat last night. It is very massive and aggressive - the willow version of a Pitbull.
Zero concaving and massive amounts of wood behind the middle. Buzz absolutely caned it in the nets, so I think it must have a very forgiving middle (:))
Too heavy for my feeble arms, but a very nice shape and it looks like a decent performer.
Probably worth getting a pic up of one in 2.8 'ish Mike, so feeble people like me could see how massive they would be in that weight.
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Looks a cracker profile what the edge size and alone size out of interest mate
I don't really do measuring stuff - the edges are bigger than a 2 pound coin and alone size (I assume you mean spine) is bigger again - is that helpful??!!
Fully made up under the or around the 2,10 region with scuff sheet and match ready if possible
Given my bat is 2lbs 10.6 fully made up with a scuff sheet etc - I would suggest you take the plunge.
As Fattus mentioned above we had a little hit in the barn last night the ball was flying off the middle. Really excited by this bat.
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They start at 2.8/9 dependant on the cleft. What weight are you after?
Mike,
Is this the same profile as your match bat?
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If anyone wants one of these bad boys......I Will offer a run of 5 of these bats at £200 posted
Teambb
Is that £200 for 5 of these bats? Or you're selling 5 at £200 each?
Sorry for my misunderstanding, looks beautiful!
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Is that £200 for 5 of these bats? Or you're selling 5 at £200 each?
Sorry for my misunderstanding, looks beautiful!
While I genuinely believe Blank Bats offer great value bats - they aren't quite generous enough to sell 5 of these beasts at £40 each...!!!
I would suggest 5 at £200 each :)
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Mike,
Is this the same profile as your match bat?
The very one..................
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The very one..................
How do I go about ordering one
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Lovely profile that....looks awesome
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can we get some pics with a few other bats just for comparison sake
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How do I go about ordering one
My guess is PM him what you want and offer him £200 (plus an unmarked bag of hair 'product')
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Looks the same profile as my bbbbb
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/d7bow/Photo%20upload/DSC_1103_zpsn30rxb16.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/d7bow/media/Photo%20upload/DSC_1103_zpsn30rxb16.jpg.html)
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Dbow yours is a slightly different shape, yours has a higher middle and a slightly higher spine..... Still a gun mind
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Top, top profile !!! Great work team bb ... The postage kills it for me along with conversion to India . Well, will mark this profile and get one whenever I am in UK .
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ok, I have been asked for some comparison pics.
these three bats are of similar weight.
the icon is the same weight and the saf slightly heavier.
perversely the genus picks up the best, then the icon, however the middle is lower on the BB.
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4NDYuanBn_zps5d516b68.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4NDQuanBn_zpsddc07a3c.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4NDMuanBn_zps75b94c36.jpg)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzE4NDIuanBn_zpsf3721954.jpg)
oh and just for good measure, the BB has a slightly longer blade than the others.
given the amount of concaving, I think you will get the size and volume of wood behind the middle now...
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Cheers Buzz I get the whole Hulk thing now. Very tempted to out some of my kit on bay to fund one of these.
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1 of these has been snapped up...... 4 to go on this very limited run
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1 of these has been snapped up...... 4 to go on this very limited run
Do you have any pics and specs of the 4 remaining bats?
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Do you have any pics and specs of the 4 remaining bats?
They will be made to order
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They will be made to order
Is this deal still on? How much is postage to Australia? I may 'need' a new bat for upcoming season.
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Seeing all these amazing BB bats around makes me really want one but I've only just had a new bat and if I went and got another my mother would probably kill me and considering I can't really bat there's no point in me having one.
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Seeing all these amazing BB bats around makes me really want one but I've only just had a new bat and if I went and got another my mother would probably kill me and considering I can't really bat there's no point in me having one.
That stops no-one else on this forum.... Why would it stop you?
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Good point Tim, Christmas is coming ;)
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@calcurtis98
I hope you are going to be a good boy and listen to mother.
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Is this deal still on? How much is postage to Australia? I may 'need' a new bat for upcoming season.
I have a very good butterfly version bat in this profile, around 2.9 in weight.
I will post pics later.
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That stops no-one else on this forum.... Why would it stop you?
Isn't it usually "I can't bat, I best but three more bats to resolve this, those three didn't work, I'll keep them as spares/sell them and buy some more" :D
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the lovely bats have the added bonus of the fact i really like the softs. for some reason i like having matching kit and given the straps on my pads have broken im in need of some more before next season
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I have a very good butterfly version bat in this profile, around 2.9 in weight.
I will post pics later.
I will be very interested. I just want a bat that pings like crazy, I'm not after looks.
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i have a feeling they certainly will tick that box ;) .
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PM me some pictures
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Is this profile going to be made in limited numbers please ?
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Is this profile going to be made in limited numbers please ?
drop the BB's a line, I am sure they can sort you out.
these bats offer fantastic value.
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Waiting on pics
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I have a very good butterfly version bat in this profile, around 2.9 in weight.
I will post pics later.
Waiting on pics
So am I (and can neither confirm nor deny a wielding a semi in anticipation...)
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drop the BB's a line, I am sure they can sort you out.
these bats offer fantastic value.
Thanks Buzz , yes they definitely are but shipping to subcontinent is pretty steep so waiting for November to visit London :)... And this profile along with BB definitely interests me .
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As promised
(http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l595/ahmedt01/Mobile%20Uploads/3D03A819-4282-4E43-B2AB-BDA2ABD9AEA9.jpg) (http://s1125.photobucket.com/user/ahmedt01/media/Mobile%20Uploads/3D03A819-4282-4E43-B2AB-BDA2ABD9AEA9.jpg.html)
(http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l595/ahmedt01/Mobile%20Uploads/348A5D87-6A25-483E-902E-867DEAAC9A31.jpg) (http://s1125.photobucket.com/user/ahmedt01/media/Mobile%20Uploads/348A5D87-6A25-483E-902E-867DEAAC9A31.jpg.html)
(http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l595/ahmedt01/Mobile%20Uploads/A2C08BA1-14C9-440A-9AAB-78C34DEDBFC7.jpg) (http://s1125.photobucket.com/user/ahmedt01/media/Mobile%20Uploads/A2C08BA1-14C9-440A-9AAB-78C34DEDBFC7.jpg.html)
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One on the left already sold.
Bats are 150 plus postage
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The beast has some new clothes...
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzAwMDIuanBn_zps86fb38df.jpg) (http://s895.photobucket.com/user/buzzrockport/media/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzAwMDIuanBn_zps86fb38df.jpg.html)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzAwMDkuanBn_zps7f4e9d3e.jpg) (http://s895.photobucket.com/user/buzzrockport/media/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzAwMDkuanBn_zps7f4e9d3e.jpg.html)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzAwMTEuanBn_zps210e1065.jpg) (http://s895.photobucket.com/user/buzzrockport/media/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzAwMTEuanBn_zps210e1065.jpg.html)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzAwMTMuanBn_zpsa5ff4b91.jpg) (http://s895.photobucket.com/user/buzzrockport/media/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzAwMTMuanBn_zpsa5ff4b91.jpg.html)
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzAwMTQuanBn_zpsaa5009c5.jpg) (http://s895.photobucket.com/user/buzzrockport/media/Mobile%20Uploads/utf-8BSU1BRzAwMTQuanBn_zpsaa5009c5.jpg.html)
Have a much nicer navy grip for next year in the draw, but the yellow one will have to do for the winter!
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You could've at least cleaned the marks off the face before taking pictures!
Putting new stickers on without cleaning the face, that's like having a shower before putting your best suit on, but wearing your dirty underwear and a shirt with last nights dinner down it!
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Yup you are right. But I have kids who need entertaining and who I don't trust with a sanding machine. Or my bat.
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Kids and a sanding machine - that sounds like an almost certain trip to A&E!
I'm well practiced at sanding and still nearly have the end of my fingers off more often than I'd like to admit! :-[
And I've just noticed - in the top picture the bat is colour co-ordinated with the shoes :D
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i prefer the yellow grip, but then im biased as amost of my bats have yellow grips now
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i prefer the yellow grip, but then im biased as amost of my bats have yellow grips now
If it is good enough for Robin Smith...
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When your bat looks like this after a knock it is unlikely to have been a bad one...
(http://i895.photobucket.com/albums/ac151/buzzrockport/IMAG1268_zpssijqdmfc.jpg) (http://s895.photobucket.com/user/buzzrockport/media/IMAG1268_zpssijqdmfc.jpg.html)
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@Blank Bats any of these in stock? Performance over looks?
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@Blank Bats i would also be interested in this profile, around 2.9 if possible
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@Blank Bats any of these Hulk Profile bats in stock( performance or G2/3 or Butterfly Willow), around 2.7 to 2.9 :D.
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Have one in 2.10
G2
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Have one in 2.10
G2
A mate at work had a BB which was 2lbs 11 picked up better than my 2lbs 8 Kook!
@sharik09 its defo worth a purchase!
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@Blank Bats , :o I would love to get one. Let me know how to proceed on.
@Churchy1989, Thanks mate I think it has been serving you well, I have been waiting BB to post some new bats but thought why not initiate myself :D
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As promised
([url]http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l595/ahmedt01/Mobile%20Uploads/3D03A819-4282-4E43-B2AB-BDA2ABD9AEA9.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s1125.photobucket.com/user/ahmedt01/media/Mobile%20Uploads/3D03A819-4282-4E43-B2AB-BDA2ABD9AEA9.jpg.html[/url])
:( I regret selling mine ...........a lot...Buttefly Hulk on the left was my baby once!!
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No Tush, she wasn't a baby, she was a rocket launcher.;)
i'll put up picks of the one I have available later.
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No Tush, she wasn't a baby, she was a rocket launcher.;)
i'll put up picks of the one I have available later.
@Blank Bats why don't you just email me the price, weight and shape/pics....i'll get my bank info ready if the weight/shape/price is right :)
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@Blank Bats, Can you PM me the price for the G2 Hulk profile & pics if you have. I will share my bank info and will proceed further.
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Blank Bats, Can you PM me the price for the G2 Hulk profile & pics if you have. I will share my bank info and will proceed further.
Just post it here please mate.
Your account number, sort code, long number across the front of the card, 3 digit security code off the back and your mother's maiden name should be sufficient... ;) :D
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@WalkingWicket37 :o , by the way I just wanna get it before my season starts & @Blank Bats I have PM you, looking forward to your reply :D
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Having drooled over the BB Hulk's on here since the thread started, I took the plunge yesterday and ordered one!
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Great choice. You wont regret it.
Mine has matured into a magnificent bat.
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Was going to get an LE @Buzz then thought to hell with it, I'll get a Pro seeing as the reviews are all awesome!! The H4L custom that I'm using at present has a convex profile quite similar so it should suit me very well! To say I'm excited is an understatement, always wanted a BB
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I can't see any images here, I see a photobucket p500 error image. anyone else has this issue?
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photos are long gone, Photobucket being d!cks!
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Those lovely people at GN offered me a refurbishment so the Hulk is looking as good as new ready for a 6th summer...
(https://i.postimg.cc/x1wCcbBx/IMG-20190201-085918.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDTBGW1c)
(https://i.postimg.cc/K8kjG5p3/IMG-20190201-090051.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gxpm43WG)
(https://i.postimg.cc/QNmH0CWC/IMG-20190201-105914.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HjJYLpz1)
(https://i.postimg.cc/9FfzS2Gp/IMG-20190201-105925.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/F129d2Cd)
(https://i.postimg.cc/T3pLyx1w/IMG-20190201-105940.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4YRNMrzk)
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Was that the competition you won?
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Those lovely people at GN offered me a refurbishment so the Hulk is looking as good as new ready for a 6th summer...
(https://i.postimg.cc/x1wCcbBx/IMG-20190201-085918.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDTBGW1c)
(https://i.postimg.cc/K8kjG5p3/IMG-20190201-090051.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gxpm43WG)
(https://i.postimg.cc/QNmH0CWC/IMG-20190201-105914.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HjJYLpz1)
(https://i.postimg.cc/9FfzS2Gp/IMG-20190201-105925.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/F129d2Cd)
(https://i.postimg.cc/T3pLyx1w/IMG-20190201-105940.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4YRNMrzk)
Make sure they get the job of stripping off that face sheet next year for you too 🤦♂️
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I wonder what was reaction of blokes at GN.....stickers BB, maker Keely, grip GM...is scuff sheet Lekka?
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Was that the competition you won?
Yes
Make sure they get the job of stripping off that face sheet next year for you too 🤦♂️
I suspect they have a secret way!
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Just post it here please mate.
Your account number, sort code, long number across the front of the card, 3 digit security code off the back and your mother's maiden name should be sufficient... ;) :D
And expiration date please.
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Sorry to raise an old tipis but just won this on EBay at a great price. Is this a Hulk profile @Buzz weight is 2lb 9
(https://i.postimg.cc/zvm6zfvC/00-EABA0-A-D694-4827-B9-E7-277-C3-ABA41-EE.png) (https://postimg.cc/475Bwszy)
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The hulk profile is an old Newbury Tour XL profile, with no spine. That looks a lovely bat, but I don't think it is a hulk.
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Sorry to raise an old tipis but just won this on EBay at a great price. Is this a Hulk profile @Buzz weight is 2lb 9
(https://i.postimg.cc/zvm6zfvC/00-EABA0-A-D694-4827-B9-E7-277-C3-ABA41-EE.png) (https://postimg.cc/475Bwszy)
looks like a few of the amplus style we had made up tbh
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Can you post more pictures of this bat? Looks a beauty
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Can you post more pictures of this bat? Looks a beauty
I would do but it’s boxed up ready to be posted to another forum member next week as it to heavy for me. Was listed as 2.9 which I took to be 2lb 9oz but was listed as 2.9lbs. Anyway another forum member is taking it for what it cost me so I’ll leave to them to share and do a review if they wish