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Title: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 10, 2017, 11:50:59 AM
Probably the first retailer to have actual stock of Keeleys Bats.
We visited Keeleys yesterday and hand selected bats as well as clefts for our stock order. Managed to get 2 bats (see photos below) made while we were there.
They have 3 models (3 shapes) in Bats range,
Superior - Just one grade made from the best available willow
Worx 0117 - These come in 3 grades
Worx 074 - These come in 3 grades

The softs/ Bags are arriving in November , so we will have these available at that time. I will post photos of the Softs later today. They are not finish products so there may be few small changes

(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2010.35.18_zpszwggytct.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2010.35.18_zpszwggytct.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2010.35.27_zpsvsvtozhw.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2010.35.27_zpsvsvtozhw.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2010.35.46_zpsmgslzfyl.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2010.35.46_zpsmgslzfyl.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2010.36.19_zpsbkoa7csp.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2010.36.19_zpsbkoa7csp.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2010.36.34_zpstbyceluh.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2010.36.34_zpstbyceluh.jpg.html)

Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: WalkingWicket37 on October 10, 2017, 11:54:34 AM
What's the specs and prices on these?

The black one looks perfect!  :o
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 10, 2017, 11:58:59 AM
 My favourite is White  ;)

Black = 2.13
White = 2.12

haven't worked out the price but it will be around  £450 for Superior bats
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Calzehbhoy on October 10, 2017, 12:23:57 PM
May be a silly question but aren't these supposed to both be the same profile? They have completely different toes on them?
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Churchy1989 on October 10, 2017, 12:32:07 PM
May be a silly question but aren't these supposed to both be the same profile? They have completely different toes on them?

Maybe for the choice of a pretty square toe and a more rounded one? just a guess.
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Kulli on October 10, 2017, 12:42:07 PM
Maybe one is the indian made model ala Newbery  :D
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 10, 2017, 01:20:16 PM
Maybe for the choice of a pretty square toe and a more rounded one? just a guess.
correct, u have choice of Semi oval or full oval handle as well Toe (square or round)
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Manormanic on October 10, 2017, 02:59:13 PM
oh my!!!
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 10, 2017, 03:51:54 PM
Maybe one is the indian made model ala Newbery  :D
All the bats are made in UK and these were made infront of me so perhaps think before you post such comments. When Tim owned Newbery every bat was made in UK. How Newbery do their business has got nothing to do with him. 
As said in my earlier post , you can have square or round  toe as well as Semi or Full Oval handle so there are few options available and the reason of getting one with Sq toe and other round was exactly to show that these little changes can be adopted
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Kulli on October 10, 2017, 03:53:22 PM
Hence the smilie at the end of the post  :D
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 10, 2017, 03:55:32 PM
Hence the smilie at the end of the post  :D
ok didn't see the smile  :D
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: manno on October 10, 2017, 07:53:00 PM
That superior black!!  :o
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Akith_D on October 11, 2017, 04:04:44 PM
The white one is no longer available courtesy of me!
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 11, 2017, 04:16:44 PM
The white one is no longer available courtesy of me!
True White Superior is sold
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Woodyspin on October 11, 2017, 04:22:03 PM
The white one is no longer available courtesy of me!

Great buy! And what a claim to fame for your first post!
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: petehosk on October 11, 2017, 04:23:03 PM
With grains like that, it was only a matter of time!!
Both bats are totally stunning!!  :D
Opinions are probably split on these bats, but I prefer the black stickered bat!
Knowing how well TK presses his bats, i suspect that both will be incredible  :)
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Akith_D on October 11, 2017, 05:39:59 PM
With grains like that, it was only a matter of time!!
Both bats are totally stunning!!  :D
Opinions are probably split on these bats, but I prefer the black stickered bat!
Knowing how well TK presses his bats, i suspect that both will be incredible  :)

I was torn as well. But Asad recommended the White one. He was phenomenal to deal with so I trusted his choice.
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: JB on October 11, 2017, 05:42:09 PM
If Asad recommended it, it’ll be a belter!

Welcome to the forum
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 11, 2017, 06:47:54 PM
With grains like that, it was only a matter of time!!
Both bats are totally stunning!!  :D
Opinions are probably split on these bats, but I prefer the black stickered bat!
Knowing how well TK presses his bats, i suspect that both will be incredible  :)
Pressing on these bats is same as what he provides to Professional players
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: WalkingWicket37 on October 11, 2017, 06:54:19 PM
Pressing on these bats is same as what he provides to Professional players

Ah, that old chestnut! :-[
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: SOULMAN1012 on October 11, 2017, 07:01:38 PM
Ah, that old chestnut! :-[

Most likely true as these carry his name now he isn’t associated with Newbery
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: WalkingWicket37 on October 11, 2017, 07:08:26 PM
Most likely true as these carry his name now he isn’t associated with Newbery

True or not, that line always opens a can of worms...
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 11, 2017, 07:30:59 PM
Most likely true as these carry his name now he isn’t associated with Newbery
100% correct
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 12, 2017, 07:51:17 PM
Here are the images of Keeleys  Softs range, These are not finish products so there may be few small changes

(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2011.36.13_zpshkvxyww5.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2011.36.13_zpshkvxyww5.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2011.36.19_zpscm6lmru8.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2011.36.19_zpscm6lmru8.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2011.36.18_zpshaillzve.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2011.36.18_zpshaillzve.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2011.36.16_zpsxlnmos9l.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2011.36.16_zpsxlnmos9l.jpg.html)


(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2011.36.20_zps9vtbhmig.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2011.36.20_zps9vtbhmig.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2011.36.21_zps2ejjkvst.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2011.36.21_zps2ejjkvst.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2011.36.21-1_zpscvehx8qt.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2011.36.21-1_zpscvehx8qt.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-10%2011.36.22_zpso2orr96u.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-10%2011.36.22_zpso2orr96u.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: SOULMAN1012 on October 12, 2017, 08:34:50 PM
I must say those softs are stunning
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Canners on October 12, 2017, 08:44:20 PM
Love the gloves, not sure on the pads as I don’t like bottom of the canes going the full length... saying that I will probs end up getting them
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Akith_D on October 12, 2017, 08:44:51 PM
Wow, stunning softs!

Will probably need to get a matching set for next season now   :o
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: 19reading87 on October 12, 2017, 08:49:13 PM
Those 9 cane pads are stunning!!!
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Woodyspin on October 12, 2017, 08:51:15 PM
Not a fan.. At the moment anyway.
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: WalkingWicket37 on October 12, 2017, 09:09:18 PM
Dare I ask the price? :-[
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Woodyspin on October 12, 2017, 09:12:40 PM
Dare I ask the price? :-[


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Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: JB on October 12, 2017, 09:13:38 PM
The pads are growing on me the more I look at them, love the gold split gloves though!
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: edge on October 12, 2017, 09:41:34 PM
That KK logo... I'm sure there's something very similar out there somewhere. It's also vile, which is a shame as that apart the kit looks lovely.
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Kulli on October 13, 2017, 06:24:17 AM
Not a huge fan of the canes right down to the instep, can't put my finger on it but just looks wrong.
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 24, 2017, 07:56:19 PM
We have few more Keeley Superior bats made around 2.10 weight , few of these are already sold. All Hand picked, If any one wants to buy one get in touch or come and try at our shop

(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-23%2013.09.40_zpskgj4lmri.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-23%2013.09.40_zpskgj4lmri.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-23%2013.10.03_zps7dyqxrnx.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-23%2013.10.03_zps7dyqxrnx.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-23%2013.09.48_zpsatt2cbyl.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-23%2013.09.48_zpsatt2cbyl.jpg.html)
(http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq67/aqureshi2004/2017-10-23%2013.09.48_zpsatt2cbyl.jpg) (http://s434.photobucket.com/user/aqureshi2004/media/2017-10-23%2013.09.48_zpsatt2cbyl.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: JB on October 24, 2017, 08:48:28 PM
Very nice, do they have a full profile @Uzi Sports?
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 24, 2017, 08:57:49 PM
Very nice, do they have a full profile @Uzi Sports?
Yes ,
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Bats_Entertainment on October 24, 2017, 09:06:44 PM
Pictures taken at workshop?
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 24, 2017, 09:42:27 PM
Pictures taken at workshop?
Yes
These are some of the bats we picked up
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: skip1973 on October 24, 2017, 10:54:55 PM
Yes
These are some of the bats we picked up
Apologies if you have mentioned this elsewhere but is it possible to get a Keeley custom made through you Asad?
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 25, 2017, 07:19:38 AM
Apologies if you have mentioned this elsewhere but is it possible to get a Keeley custom made through you Asad?
Plz DM me
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Umi on October 25, 2017, 07:49:41 AM
Yes ,

Do they have any bow in them?
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Nmcgee on October 25, 2017, 08:09:25 AM
Overrated. Significantly overrated imho.
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Bwcc on October 25, 2017, 08:31:13 AM
@Nmcgee what’s overrated? The brand or the maker?
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 25, 2017, 08:37:19 AM
Do they have any bow in them?
Yes, all  the bats in the range have bow
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 25, 2017, 08:38:25 AM
Overrated. Significantly overrated imho.
Have you used the bats from the range so How can you justify that?
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: skip1973 on October 25, 2017, 08:50:40 AM
Overrated. Significantly overrated imho.
Interesting,what was it you didn't like about them?  I feel same about Lavers yet some swear by them. A Keeley is pretty much the last of the well known makers for my collection, H4L so far has been the best of the rest next SK for me.
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: JB on October 25, 2017, 08:51:47 AM
I’m taking the kids to legoland tomorrow, I’m now thinking how to convince the wife that a detour to Swindon will be a good idea!! 😉
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 25, 2017, 08:58:36 AM
I’m taking the kids to legoland tomorrow, I’m now thinking how to convince the wife that a detour to Swindon will be a good idea!! 😉
There is a good shopping centre in Swindon  ;)
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: skip1973 on October 25, 2017, 09:01:45 AM
Plz DM me
will do
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Nmcgee on October 25, 2017, 09:08:46 AM
Interesting,what was it you didn't like about them?  I feel same about Lavers yet some swear by them. A Keeley is pretty much the last of the well known makers for my collection, H4L so far has been the best of the rest next SK for me.

I didn't care for the pressing, pick up, handle, etc. The H4L bats I've had are a million times better in my opinion.
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Gurujames on October 25, 2017, 09:10:26 AM
I’m taking the kids to legoland tomorrow, I’m now thinking how to convince the wife that a detour to Swindon will be a good idea!! 😉
Avoid it like the plague. I took the family there a few years ago. It cost a fortune to get in and was so rammed we only got on 2 rides. If there is any sort of traffic 2 miles from the entrance then knock it on the head. Spend the money you saved at Uzi, get the kids some lego and give the rest of the cash to the missus. You will have a more enjoyable day and leave with better memories.
To be fair the missus took the kids back to Legoland during a school inset day and as it was less busy. Theyhad a great time.
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Nmcgee on October 25, 2017, 09:12:05 AM
Do people buy TK bats based on reputation? Do they genuinely feel that they are best bats for the money? Do they buy out of curiosity?
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: petehosk on October 25, 2017, 09:16:16 AM
Do people buy TK bats based on reputation? Do they genuinely feel that they are best bats for the money? Do they buy out of curiosity?

I have had plenty of TK bats and I have never had a bad one. To be fair they do tend to be consistent with 3 or 4 being absolute guns!  :o
I have not really found a bad one although a couple have not tapped up as well as some of the others!
And H4L - tend to agree that Matt produces some insane bats.

But really each to their own, and as long as the person has used some then opinions will always vary on experience.
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Nmcgee on October 25, 2017, 09:21:00 AM
Simply my opinion. It's not to say that the bats advertised here aren't very good. Possibly I didn't give them enough time to open up.

I also feel Lavers are over pressed and a bit overrated.....but that's another thread.
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Bats_Entertainment on October 25, 2017, 09:26:02 AM
Yes
These are some of the bats we picked up

Not new news, but interesting to see the branded bats in the background.
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: JB on October 25, 2017, 12:52:19 PM
Avoid it like the plague. I took the family there a few years ago. It cost a fortune to get in and was so rammed we only got on 2 rides. If there is any sort of traffic 2 miles from the entrance then knock it on the head. Spend the money you saved at Uzi, get the kids some lego and give the rest of the cash to the missus. You will have a more enjoyable day and leave with better memories.
To be fair the missus took the kids back to Legoland during a school inset day and as it was less busy. Theyhad a great time.

Her indoors has booked a package with a hotel, entry and queue jumper tickets. I'm sure 2 days spent in Asad's shop picking bats out would be much more fun though. I'd not get my little lad out of the shop!
Title: Re: Keeleys Range Available
Post by: Uzi Sports on October 25, 2017, 01:15:09 PM
Her indoors has booked a package with a hotel, entry and queue jumper tickets. I'm sure 2 days spent in Asad's shop picking bats out would be much more fun though. I'd not get my little lad out of the shop!
2 days are not enough ;) :D