Custom Bats Cricket Forum
Companies => Off-the-shelf companies => Topic started by: mike73 on January 02, 2015, 10:48:00 PM
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Hi,
Happy New year and all that!!
Has anyone seen or heard of the online cricket store dkp cricket online? I've not heard of it before...
Just wondering what people think about the bats on this website - does it all look legit? Just wondering as my son has shown me this site as he's after a new bat.
Thanks,
Mike
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Yer he's a top guy to deal with is Nik
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Hi,
Happy New year and all that!!
Has anyone seen or heard of the online cricket store dkp cricket online? I've not heard of it before...
Just wondering what people think about the bats on this website - does it all look legit? Just wondering as my son has shown me this site as he's after a new bat.
Thanks,
Mike
Hi Mike
Yep it's ran by a guy who was selling on eBay called Batman originally I think but his name is Nik (Patel I think), I know people who have bought from him and been to see the bats in the flesh (he's based Birmingham way from memory).
Hope that helps
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thanks for the replies.
Well that's good to know that it's all ok. Will have a good look now then. Some of the prices seem quite good and the bats look pretty good as well.
Cheers
Mike
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He's more than open to people to go and look at his bats and stock or was in the past
I've been a couple of times
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thanks for the replies.
Well that's good to know that it's all ok. Will have a good look now then. Some of the prices seem quite good and the bats look pretty good as well.
Cheers
Mike
Nick has some very good bats I had a few off him that went really well
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As people have said I have met him and seems a nice bloke with a decent selection.
I would be interested to know if anyone can comment on his after sales service i.e. something gone wrong with the bat and how he sorted it.
His prices are quite high and will be good if they arw backed by a good after sales service.
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As people have said I have met him and seems a nice bloke with a decent selection.
I would be interested to know if anyone can comment on his after sales service i.e. something gone wrong with the bat and how he sorted it.
His prices are quite high and will be good if they arw backed by a good after sales service.
I can give a bit of feedback on this - I bought a pair of SS embossed S pads off him 2 years ago and both prior to purchase and at the time money exchange hands I asked him to confirm they weren't small Indian men's as I'm 6ft. Low and behold they arrived and yep you've guessed it small men's. Now whilst I can't quibble about returning them and he even gave me a call to discuss and offer me a alternative I ended up footing the bill for postage which considering it was his error was very poor in my opinion (this was the main reason I asked for a refund rather than a exchange).
If I was to buy again I'd visit especially if picking a bat.
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Hi mike
Nic Is based close to central Birmingham. My local Gumtree website states you can visit by arrangment if possible and see the Bats etc also there are other earlier posts on here re Nic one states he sells from his mothers house.
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I bought a CA off him from eBay last year - great blade, good contact and very helpful seller.
Would recommend.
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I bought a bat from him that turned out 2oz heavier than claimed. Since I'm overseas I was left pretty much high and dry. Hopefully he has some scales now...
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He sold me a GM with a crack in the shoulder. Asked to return, at which point he blamed me and refused a refund. I'd avoid.
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He sold me a GM with a crack in the shoulder. Asked to return, at which point he blamed me and refused a refund. I'd avoid.
Why's it always you, Phil?
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Why's it always you, Phil?
Volume purchased.
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Some useful comments, I would suggest you clarify with him about his stand if anything goes wrong with the bat and then make your decision. With website and all he may have changed his views on after sales support.
Do keep us posted on your experience.
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OK, so just ordered an MRF today off Nick. There's been a few emails to and fro and pics sent over of various bats. Finally settled on a 2lb 8 MRF Genius. Pics look really good.
Nick has been very helpful, upto now all good. Proof is in't pudding though. So I'll report back when the bat arrives
(https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-zMtyU8LLtYZld6Rkh5dFEwMUhPNkJHbE5EeDhFTHpOY0tB/view?usp=sharing)
(https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-zMtyU8LLtYaEhncUZ5VUlrNlp4eWtwWk90NXRfa1YxdXRZ/view?usp=sharing)
Tried to insert an image! - It works for me if I right click the image and open in new tab??
Thanks,
Mike
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(http://i1164.photobucket.com/albums/q572/mike73uk/mrf2_zpsytruuifr.jpeg) (http://s1164.photobucket.com/user/mike73uk/media/mrf2_zpsytruuifr.jpeg.html)
(http://i1164.photobucket.com/albums/q572/mike73uk/mrf1_zpswipikaec.jpeg) (http://s1164.photobucket.com/user/mike73uk/media/mrf1_zpswipikaec.jpeg.html)
Finally, worked out how to insert images!
Not got the bat yet, these are Nicks pics!
Thanks
Mike
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What a grainy beauty. Do you mind sharing the cost
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Cost was £240. Yes it was a grainy beauty.
When we got it though - it was for my son (16 yrs old), it just felt a bit too heavy - it weighed 2lb 9.5, and should have been 2lb 8. It was a bit bottom heavy, not that light on pick up. Good for driving, which on a lot of UK wickets might well be the bat of choice. Too heavy for my son though.
It got sent back to Nick, and Nick gave a full refund, including cost of all postages, which to his credit is excellent service. The bat wasn't right for my son, but that's the risk you take when ordering over the internet. Although not too much a risk when you get such a good service.
I would recommend Nick and DKP to anyone. The bat was a good bat, just not right for my son. So back to the drawing board....looking for a 2lb 8 bat(or very slightly less) light on pick up...
Thanks,
Mike
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Take a look at some if the Bellingham and smith bats Mike or get something bespoke made up (takes the risk out).
I had a return issue with Nik prior to his website launching - didn't get a postage refund even though it was a item mis sold 😢 but couldn't knock the quality.
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Bellingham and Smith - I'll check 'em out.
Cheers,
Mike
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I've dealt with Nick quite a few times and i have to say his service levels are second to none and the bats he stocks are half bad either!
I have just ordered one of their own branded bats to try but have had 2 x New Balance bats previously that have been absolute guns!
Highly recommend!! :D
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Twice on two different threads....
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Twice on two different threads....
I thought my experiences deserved him to get a bit of credit where credit was due?
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I'm sure Nic does some great bats. My only comment is that I haven't ever seen an Mrf grand edition with rounded toe. These usually have square toe. And the Mrf embossing on the side looks a bit wonky. That said, Mrf are known to supply several different variants from their several factory suppliers... What das the date of manufacture on the ticket?
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I bought some SS Test Openers pads from him... and then just after placing the order I changed my mind and wanted a different pair. I was told they didn't have them in stock and he would send me original order.
On receiving pads I decided to return them... to be told he amazingly had my other ones in stock. I wasn't impressed and returned my order.
Also his website keeps showing people purchasing orders within the last few hours when it's complete BS. It kept showing my name and order days after with 'bought x hours ago'.
Products okay... service meh!