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Cricket Manufacturers / Brands => Hell4Leather => Topic started by: JGold on September 20, 2016, 08:17:59 PM

Title: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: JGold on September 20, 2016, 08:17:59 PM
Hi there,
I'm 5'4 and need a size 6. Naturally most bat manufacturers target size 6 bats as being for junior players so they are also lighter and less 'meaty' with less wood behind the ball. H4L are probably the closest I've seen to full adult specifications but on a junior sized length. By this I mean, big edges, high spine, very small concaving if any at all. I want a bat that can get me a sixes on an adult boundary so I was wondering if this is even possible with a size 6 bat. I was wondering if you could send me any details on your size 6 bats so I can get a better idea of them. Also would you recommend having a SH width bat with size 6 length or would it be better to keep it to size 6 length AND width? Its a big investment for me so im trying to make sure i make the best decision possible. Thanks for your help!!
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: 03jaworf on September 20, 2016, 09:01:04 PM
Would a Harrow size not better suit? You'd be able to get more meat in the bat and I think they're SH width as standard.
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: OwzatOllie on September 20, 2016, 09:55:13 PM
Hi there, I'd recommend a Harrow sized bat if you are 5'4.  You will get more wood in the bat
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: Chad on September 20, 2016, 10:44:36 PM
Hi mate, best to drop Matt a call and discuss it, I'm sure he could sort you out with something. You've come to the right place to get an adult spec size 6, lots of excellent bat makers on here who would be willing to accommodate. :)
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: petehosk on September 20, 2016, 11:23:00 PM
Hi there,
I'm 5'4 and need a size 6. Naturally most bat manufacturers target size 6 bats as being for junior players so they are also lighter and less 'meaty' with less wood behind the ball. H4L are probably the closest I've seen to full adult specifications but on a junior sized length. By this I mean, big edges, high spine, very small concaving if any at all. I want a bat that can get me a sixes on an adult boundary so I was wondering if this is even possible with a size 6 bat. I was wondering if you could send me any details on your size 6 bats so I can get a better idea of them. Also would you recommend having a SH width bat with size 6 length or would it be better to keep it to size 6 length AND width? Its a big investment for me so im trying to make sure i make the best decision possible. Thanks for your help!!

If you say that H4L are close, why not speak to them? They can make custom length, weight and profile bats? Just an idea.
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: The Cricket Boutique on September 21, 2016, 07:52:57 AM
@JGold  If you are looking for a big size 6 or Harrow then drop us a message. We sold a size 6 at the weekend that was 2.4lb and had big edges etc so we can sort you out if needs be.

Thanks
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: Percy on September 21, 2016, 08:40:51 AM
I would definitely try some of the sponsors. I have a bit of experience with 6's and Harrows because of my son before he had a growth spurt and starting using a SH. When he was about 5'4" we played around with big 6's and Harrows with shortened handles. In the end the better balanced bat was the 6 (2lbs 6oz). The other option is to go with a SSH as we found it was normally the handles that caused the issues catching on the wrist. At the end of the day everyone is different so, as I said at the beginning, talk to the guys that know (B3, H4L, Redink etc) and see what they come up with........or buy loads of different bats and have a play around!
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: Seniorplayer on September 21, 2016, 08:42:58 AM
JPgold at your height these specs should work for you Harrow handle thickness 10 3/4 inches long 4 1/4 wide blade (s/h ) 21 1/2 half inches long blade weight 2/ilb 5 or 6 ounces depending on pickup.
The dimensions are neither small men's women's Harrow or size 6 
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: Vitas Cricket on September 21, 2016, 10:46:02 AM
@JGold

This B&S Supreme harrow is 2'6
(http://i.imgur.com/9OIS5oZh.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/STqHpR7h.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/tUXA5XVh.jpg)

H4L Devil harrows 2'8 and 2'9
(http://i.imgur.com/p32Bp4nh.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/VsfJvU9h.jpg?1)
(http://i.imgur.com/m3OwHozh.jpg)

H4L Devil size 6's at 2'5
(http://i.imgur.com/hbqm9zth.jpg?1)
(http://i.imgur.com/mSn6CTAh.jpg?1)
(http://i.imgur.com/vwutoJLh.jpg)
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: JGold on September 21, 2016, 01:53:49 PM
@JGold

This B&S Supreme harrow is 2'6
([url]http://i.imgur.com/9OIS5oZh.jpg[/url])
([url]http://i.imgur.com/STqHpR7h.jpg[/url])
([url]http://i.imgur.com/tUXA5XVh.jpg[/url])

H4L Devil harrows 2'8 and 2'9
([url]http://i.imgur.com/p32Bp4nh.jpg[/url])
([url]http://i.imgur.com/VsfJvU9h.jpg?1[/url])
([url]http://i.imgur.com/m3OwHozh.jpg[/url])

H4L Devil size 6's at 2'5
([url]http://i.imgur.com/hbqm9zth.jpg?1[/url])
([url]http://i.imgur.com/mSn6CTAh.jpg?1[/url])
([url]http://i.imgur.com/vwutoJLh.jpg[/url])


Some great looking bats there! How much for each of them?? As a student im a little short on money at the moment :/
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: Vitas Cricket on September 21, 2016, 02:03:56 PM
The Devils are £85 and the B&S is £135.

We offer free UK delivery and i'm happy to knock them in for free :)

Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: JGold on September 21, 2016, 03:01:09 PM
The Devils are £85 and the B&S is £135.

We offer free UK delivery and i'm happy to knock them in for free :)

Ooo those Devils do look very tempting indeed. Hows the ping on them compared to the Hellfire models? Or is it literally just the cosmetics that brings the price down?
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: Vitas Cricket on September 21, 2016, 03:12:57 PM
Devils are Hellfires in terms of profile.

Devils are marked down because they don't meet the criteria for H4L's normal lowest grade, grade 2.

Reasons for this are normally severe cosmetic imperfections, and/or very few, widely spaced grains. None of these factors impact on performance. Every bat is different of course but there are a number of happy devil owners on the forum.
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: JGold on September 21, 2016, 03:55:05 PM
Devils are Hellfires in terms of profile.

Devils are marked down because they don't meet the criteria for H4L's normal lowest grade, grade 2.

Reasons for this are normally severe cosmetic imperfections, and/or very few, widely spaced grains. None of these factors impact on performance. Every bat is different of course but there are a number of happy devil owners on the forum.

Sorry to be a pain but what are the measurements of the blades and overall length on the size 6 and harrow Devils? Also the edge and spine. Thanks for your help :)
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: jamesisapayne on September 21, 2016, 07:02:00 PM
Sorry to be a pain but what are the measurements of the blades and overall length on the size 6 and harrow Devils? Also the edge and spine. Thanks for your help :)

For 85 quid, a H4L bat and Vitas' customer service I wouldn't worry about the specs, it's pretty much guaranteed to be a quality stick!
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: smilley792 on September 21, 2016, 07:05:25 PM
For 85 quid, a H4L bat and Vitas' customer service I wouldn't worry about the specs, it's pretty much guaranteed to be a quality stick!

That's the problem on here though, try and sell a quality stick as you have far too many, and apparent really interested parties drop out of a sale as the edge size is 2mm smaller than they wanted.....

Performance and pick up are all that should matter. Not a figure that has little difference overall when in use.
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: InternalTraining on September 22, 2016, 03:11:43 AM
@JGold , these are good options and good prices as well.
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: Vitas Cricket on September 22, 2016, 10:12:10 AM
i did send all the measurements he asked for in a pm, lets not be too quick to start a witch hunt guys :)
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: FattusCattus on September 22, 2016, 10:35:34 AM
But for some on here, a witch hunt is a leisure activity - don't deny them their pleasure Jake :)
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: Mel Jessop on September 22, 2016, 10:57:56 AM
Devils are Hellfires in terms of profile.

Devils are marked down because they don't meet the criteria for H4L's normal lowest grade, grade 2.

Reasons for this are normally severe cosmetic imperfections, and/or very few, widely spaced grains. None of these factors impact on performance. Every bat is different of course but there are a number of happy devil owners on the forum.

I can vouch for the Devils, I love mine, mine is lighter than usual on a Devil and would possibly get another if they started below 2.10 for an sh bat.

But go for either of those manufacturers and you won't be disappointed..
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: northernboy1987 on September 22, 2016, 11:02:49 AM
Just let me gather my mob and my good witch hunting stick.

WITCH HUNT, WITCH HUNT, WITCH HUNT, WITCH HUNT..............

 :D
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: JGold on September 22, 2016, 03:16:26 PM
Hey come on now guys. I'm just naturally one of the most indecisive people you'll ever meet. I'll spend 30 minutes trying to decide what energy drink to get at the local shop before a game...
Title: Re: Size 6 Bat for Adult Player.
Post by: Seniorplayer on September 22, 2016, 05:12:19 PM
Hey come on now guys. I'm just naturally one of the most indecisive people you'll ever meet. I'll spend 30 minutes trying to decide what energy drink to get at the local shop before a game...
Your right to take your time  many have rushed many bat buying decisions only to find out the bats not suitable for them