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Equipment => Other Gear => Topic started by: ABello1 on January 31, 2017, 12:13:03 PM
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Does any one still use the hard case coffin as was very popular in the 90's
I was thinking that as I have a load of cricket kit to keep in the attic of my new home over the winter months I was hoping I could pick one up here cheapish on the likes of Ebay or that the prices may be low ish but that doesn't seem the case
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I have three coffins that I use at home.
They are excellent as they normally fit 20 bats in each. Are idea for storing bats although I don't store mine in the loft....I have a very small room and I turn the radiator off and use that room. But wouldn't use one for matches but would use them for storage! ;)
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I have three coffins that I use at home.
They are excellent as they normally fit 20 bats in each. Are idea for storing bats although I don't store mine in the loft....I have a very small room and I turn the radiator off and use that room. But wouldn't use one for matches but would use them for storage! ;)
Is that my old one Pete?
Great in theory, as my kit would never run the risk of being damaged. Not so great when it had to be maneuvered into, then filled my car boot
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Is that my old one Pete?
Great in theory, as my kit would never run the risk of being damaged. Not so great when it had to be maneuvered into, then filled my car boot
Can't remember Cam. There is the Robin Smith England coffin, a great silver one with chunky wheels and a blue one too.
And used for storage only ;)
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When I was a kid, getting a county colts sticker for your coffin was deemed "making it". The county didn't realise that not all of the kids actually HAD coffins - and that half of us were actually given equipment deals with canvas bags but hey ho!
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I had a black Duncan fearnley hard coffin. Was utterly brilliant but people hated giving me lifts as it would take up all the space in thier boots!!
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I have got myself one over the winter that I plan to use this season. Mine is from Stretton fox. Not sure it could be classed as an eBay bargain but I can't wait to use it.
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I have a County one from the 90s - still going strong, I paid a little extra for the more sturdy version & still use it.
Over the years it is no longer deemed 'large' most bags are now way bigger - easily fits in the boot of the car.
Still add various stickers (like @Manormanic ) and it fits all the kit you could need in (unless you are a wicket keeper)
There was a lovely one on eBay recent for £50 but was all the way up in York, but they do come up for sale!!!
I could do with some sturdy foam bits for holding 2 bats in the lid if anyone has any ideas?
(http://i1243.photobucket.com/albums/gg545/t2ylo/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-01/Bespoke%20Bat/CBC7719D-45FE-49F6-A3E0-5CA927561427_zpsckmsn4oh.jpg) (http://s1243.photobucket.com/user/t2ylo/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-01/Bespoke%20Bat/CBC7719D-45FE-49F6-A3E0-5CA927561427_zpsckmsn4oh.jpg.html)
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@t2ylo try your local fabric shop, they usually sell different thickness of foam and can cut to size
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@t2ylo try your local fabric shop, they usually sell different thickness of foam and can cut to size
Googling "fabric shop West Somerset" - my wife will be pleased
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There's a place behind national tyres on the Wellington Rd in Taunton that cut foam to size. Can't remember what they are called but they have a big sign outside advertising this service.
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Stretton Fox were doing coffins a season or two ago which could be worth a shout
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You really can't go wrong with Stretton Fox;
(http://i889.photobucket.com/albums/ac91/minhasuz/minhasuz017/DSC_0808_zpsbozou5kz.jpg)
I rate them highly, George is wonderful person to deal with so you can't go wrong whatsoever. They come in leather and non-leather, I had gotten second one few weeks ago.
http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=40083.0 (http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=40083.0)
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(http://i1243.photobucket.com/albums/gg545/t2ylo/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-01/Bespoke%20Bat/D9146684-B52A-4502-8296-F3D62AA5D201_zpsugesumuc.jpg) (http://s1243.photobucket.com/user/t2ylo/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-01/Bespoke%20Bat/D9146684-B52A-4502-8296-F3D62AA5D201_zpsugesumuc.jpg.html)
Thanks for the help - purchased foam & cut to shape in Taunton
Now need two bat shaped holes unless there is a better way
Any more help/ideas appreciated
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Soft foam in particular is notoriously hard to cut. So if you find a good method let us know. Where did you get the foam from? Could you get them to cut the bat shaped holes?
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The Foam Shop Livingstone Rd Taunton TA2 6BD
I asked about cutting holes there but the best they could do was the big rectangle
Its a perfect fit - the question really is two full bat shaped holes or cut down and have a gap in middle with template for handles & toes (not explained very well as all)
I have a volunteer ready to give it a try
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Have a look at this example, been thinking of doing it myself for a second hand coffin I picked up
http://www.equinelockers.com/cricket-coffin/cricket-coffin-case.html (http://www.equinelockers.com/cricket-coffin/cricket-coffin-case.html)
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Have a look at this example, been thinking of doing it myself for a second hand coffin I picked up
[url]http://www.equinelockers.com/cricket-coffin/cricket-coffin-case.html[/url] ([url]http://www.equinelockers.com/cricket-coffin/cricket-coffin-case.html[/url])
I have one of these......excellent quality coffin!!
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I have one of these......excellent quality coffin!!
Does it have the foam and straps, if so some close up pictures would be great, if you have time, to give us ideas of how to diy.
Thanks mate.
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Mine has the cutouts - I will take pics in a bit
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Mine has the cutouts - I will take pics in a bit
I'm certain you've got my old one mate, I believe it's one of these
http://www.duckandrun.co.uk/Cricket-Luggage/Custom-Made-Cricket-Coffin/details (http://www.duckandrun.co.uk/Cricket-Luggage/Custom-Made-Cricket-Coffin/details)
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It is actually - so I don't have to take photos anymore :D
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Not exactly the same but as Cam said, this is still a great trunk!
(http://i551.photobucket.com/albums/ii471/petehosk/Tunk/Trunk01_zpstnvunnew.jpg)
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Looks decent, what are the foam inserts and straps like?
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(http://i551.photobucket.com/albums/ii471/petehosk/Tunk/Trunk11_zpse1kqmkam.jpg)
(http://i551.photobucket.com/albums/ii471/petehosk/Tunk/Trunk12_zpsu44cz7n0.jpg)
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(http://i551.photobucket.com/albums/ii471/petehosk/Tunk/Trunk15_zps6ykwtfco.jpg)
(http://i551.photobucket.com/albums/ii471/petehosk/Tunk/Trunk16_zpst3odcdlv.jpg)
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Thanks mate that's great, and the finback looks special :)
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Just noticed that old Warsop, I picked up one just like it the other day, will post some photos in the vintage thread in due course
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Thanks mate that's great, and the finback looks special :)
It's not a Finback fella - it was the Hick bat. LB and LH. But it is special :D
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Just noticed that old Warsop, I picked up one just like it the other day, will post some photos in the vintage thread in due course
That would be great ;)
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Forgot I did those custom stickers for you in the pink and yellow 👍🏻
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Forgot I did those custom stickers for you in the pink and yellow 👍🏻
Thanks Tom - you did indeed! The yellow stickers are on the bat I shaped myself. And the pink ones are on the Younis bat.
Very nice stickers as always Tom :)
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Going back a fair few years now though.
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It's not a Finback fella - it was the Hick bat. LB and LH. But it is special :D
Ah, the infamous Hick bat. Did he always use LB + LH ?
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With me moving to the UK shortly and not trusting airport staff to not abuse the crap out of my current bag, I think a coffin case would be best to protect my gear.
Anyone know of anywhere to get a coffin case in Australia? Or anyone from Australia ordered one before? I was thinking either a Stretton (if IJC ship them as getting one made up and sent across in a month and a half is optimistic) or a Duck and Run one would be my options.
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Got the Duck and run case and it is awesome. I was initially told it would be made and then shipped out on the 22nd of Feb, but it was very quick
Ordered 8th of Feb, shipped on the 11th (so it was made in 3 days) and arrived on the 17th. As soon as I opened it I got a massive whip of glue so that tells me it was recently made at least.
Good service and a good bag.