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Title: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 04, 2010, 07:37:55 PM
Matt said he would be finishing it today so I'd expect to see it in the next few days :D

Specs requested

Hattori 5*
2'8
Heartwood on outside edge if possible (I'm not a believer that it makes a big difference, just all the bats I seem to buy these days have it, purely by chance. It is becoming something of a trend)

Thats about it, no special requests, no 'make the middle 3mm higher, or make the edges wide enough to park on. Just want to see what the fuss is about, as I've heard nothing but good things.

Pics/review to come as appropriate.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Talisman on November 04, 2010, 07:56:08 PM
Hattori Hanzo: What brings you to Okinawa?
The Bride: I'm here to see a man.
Hattori Hanzo: Oh yeah? You have a friend living in Okinawa?
The Bride: Not quite.
Hattori Hanzo: Not a friend?
The Bride: I've never met him.
Hattori Hanzo: Never? Who is he, may I ask?
The Bride: Hattori Hanzo.
Hattori Hanzo: [Serious, switches to Japanese] What do you want with Hattori Hanzo?
The Bride: [Japanese] I need Japanese steel.
Hattori Hanzo: [Japanese] Why do you need Japanese steel?
The Bride: [Japanese] I have vermin to kill.
Hattori Hanzo: [English] You must have big rats if you need Hattori Hanzo's steel.
The Bride: [English] ... Huge.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Talisman on November 04, 2010, 07:56:39 PM
How big is the rat you wish to kill Jon?
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Washington on November 04, 2010, 07:59:25 PM
Im hoping to get one of these before the start of the season. . . just waiting to see what the profile is like??
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Canners on November 04, 2010, 07:59:57 PM
TOP TOP film
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 04, 2010, 08:00:51 PM
I must admit I was sold on this purely by the visuals. I think it looks absolutely cracking. Don't even like the films that much, but it somehow works. It's...cool.

Plus I'm assured it will cut through any other make of bat without damage to itself.*

*May not be true.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 04, 2010, 08:04:19 PM
Im hoping to get one of these before the start of the season. . . just waiting to see what the profile is like??

Ok have a look at the 666 profile, Hattori has thicker toe, generally more wood lower down, slightly thinner less tapered edges. What I'd describe as a 'stocky' profile. I do have a comparison shot but I won't post before I've checked with Matt that it is ok to do so.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Talisman on November 04, 2010, 08:05:44 PM
Matt actually looks just like Hattori in the film and as he speaks Japanese was persuaded to make this model. Trouble is he drinks too much Sake
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 04, 2010, 08:14:10 PM
Matt actually looks just like Hattori in the film and as he speaks Japanese was persuaded to make this model. Trouble is he drinks too much Sake

Matt's trouble is he uses a (No Swearing Please) Blackberry which almost succeeded in sabotaging out deal :D
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Washington on November 04, 2010, 08:16:09 PM
Ok have a look at the 666 profile, Hattori has thicker toe, generally more wood lower down, slightly thinner less tapered edges. What I'd describe as a 'stocky' profile. I do have a comparison shot but I won't post before I've checked with Matt that it is ok to do so.

Is it concaved then? I have a 666 which is heavily concaved so i guess its a hybrid of that and an excel?
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 04, 2010, 08:20:10 PM
Is it concaved then? I have a 666 which is heavily concaved so i guess its a hybrid of that and an excel?

You know I have no idea, can't tell from the pics I've seen. I'd guess as it has smaller edges and a not so thick profile that concaving is minor if at all.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: FattusCattus on November 04, 2010, 09:09:58 PM
Hey J-Pin, I've picked up a Hattorri and had a good wave about with it. Looks a very nice shape, and they are very, very well finished. Stickers look excellent too.

You will look the cat's whiskers with one of these Pin-san!
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 04, 2010, 09:14:56 PM
Thats what I like to hear :)
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: roco on November 05, 2010, 06:41:02 AM
Is it concaved then? I have a 666 which is heavily concaved so i guess its a hybrid of that and an excel?

I have just got a 666 5 star off mike for a mate if he wants it not much concaving at all with 14 grains at 2lb10
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 05, 2010, 08:43:05 PM
Being posted tomorrow :D
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 08, 2010, 06:28:53 PM
It's here :D

More to come.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: johan95 on November 08, 2010, 06:30:22 PM
FIrst impressions jon; i'd guess it's a belter. I'm looking forward to a h4l in 2 weeks :D ;)
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: maxy1 on November 08, 2010, 06:30:39 PM
GET THOSE PICTURES UP :D - genuinely excited to have a proper look at one
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 08, 2010, 06:45:13 PM
FIrst impressions jon; i'd guess it's a belter. I'm looking forward to a h4l in 2 weeks :D ;)

It has potential  :D

One or two little uglys in the wood, but that is as expected having talked to Matt. The 5* willow is G1 with visual imperfections. But I think the focus is performance, so it should be a good one. It feels very soft on the mallet, so I'm going to take my time knocking it in. Not as responsive as others immediately, but I expect it to come good with a bit of patience.

I will try and get pics done tonight, but it was a hellish (no pun intended) day at work with the weather as it was, and I'm a bit pooped.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: johan95 on November 08, 2010, 06:48:17 PM
Sounds good- it'll get better with Age then..hellish :D (the way you insisted no pun was intended was funny in itself lol :p)
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 08, 2010, 06:59:06 PM
Sounds good- it'll get better with Age then..hellish :D (the way you insisted no pun was intended was funny in itself lol :p)

I wish I was awake enough to be that funny :D
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Washington on November 08, 2010, 07:08:10 PM
Get a red bull in ya and get the pics up Jon we are all dying 2 have a gander! :)
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jimba101 on November 08, 2010, 07:24:30 PM
FIrst impressions jon; i'd guess it's a belter. I'm looking forward to a h4l in 2 weeks :D ;)

you getting one johan? thought you had a new saf?!
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: johan95 on November 08, 2010, 07:34:31 PM
I've dearly wanted to try this brand out. It might be a net bat or otherwise I might just use it for school or something. I've managed to get one fir a great price, let's leave it at that...
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jimba101 on November 08, 2010, 07:36:30 PM
I've dearly wanted to try this brand out. It might be a net bat or otherwise I might just use it for school or something. I've managed to get one fir a great price, let's leave it at that...

turning into quite a bat collector ;) oh so your not getting a 5* on offer at £150?
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 08, 2010, 08:16:48 PM
No photos tonight and I haven't got the patience/energy to do a photoshoot that will give the bat justice. Tomorrow, promise.

Suffice to say I fail to see how this isn't the best value for money offer around at the moment.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Washington on November 08, 2010, 08:35:01 PM
BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: johan95 on November 08, 2010, 08:42:13 PM
turning into quite a bat collector ;) oh so your not getting a 5* on offer at £150?

A lower grade h4l but still for a very good price!
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: johan95 on November 08, 2010, 08:43:51 PM
But jim, I think that'd be it for now, unless something special crops up lol!
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: 19reading87 on November 08, 2010, 09:58:52 PM
Spoil sport!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: johan95 on November 08, 2010, 10:01:55 PM
Spoil sport!!!!!!!!!

Huh?! Me-if so why?
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: 19reading87 on November 08, 2010, 10:03:31 PM
No not you mate!!

I wanted to see pics of the bat
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: johan95 on November 08, 2010, 10:06:57 PM
Lol you were a bit late..! He'll whack them up tomorrow no doubt! ;)
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jandgcricket on November 09, 2010, 05:38:10 PM
Matt - Few of my boys are out in Aus.  Good to see H4L on show - http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs1149.snc4/149135_1459249521264_1234179967_31112536_8324264_n.jpg
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: hell4leather cricket on November 09, 2010, 05:56:34 PM
Nice picture gareth, who  Is that?
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jandgcricket on November 09, 2010, 06:16:48 PM
Not sure too be fair Matt.  I'll find out for you.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Talisman on November 09, 2010, 06:28:03 PM
As one of your boys surely you have a name, or do you have a lot of boys Gareth?
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jandgcricket on November 09, 2010, 08:21:56 PM
He isn't one of my boys.  A mate of one of my boys.  Hence why I mentioned I'll find out!
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Talisman on November 10, 2010, 12:30:09 AM
Would he like to be one of your boys?
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Howzat on November 10, 2010, 08:16:55 AM
Mike will you be one of gareths boys?
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Talisman on November 10, 2010, 08:58:03 AM
If asked nicely, depends mostly on the uniform provided....
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 10, 2010, 09:05:57 PM
Sorry for the delay, I've not had time to do any proper pics, however here are a few poorly colour adjusted noisy slightly soft shots to keep you going. Proper pics to come this weekend when I have daylight.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v165/jonpinson/P1010448.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v165/jonpinson/P1010445.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v165/jonpinson/P1010443.jpg)

So far I'm impressed. A coat of oil has really brought the grains out. Interestingly Matt said he had to finish the bat at 2lb 5 as the grip and stickers added 3oz. So, you're looking at a 2lb 5 bat, not a bad size considering. It is also starting to rebound more now I've subjected it to the mallet for a while.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Washington on November 10, 2010, 09:08:14 PM
Looks good Jon, interesting shape
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 10, 2010, 09:18:36 PM
Looks good Jon, interesting shape

It is, I think it will be useful on the low pitches at the start of the season. You really have to go within about 3 inches of the toe before the unpleasant vibration begins with the mallet.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Liam-SCCC on November 10, 2010, 09:24:24 PM
really badly cut toe in that second picture? was he drunk! ;P
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Washington on November 10, 2010, 09:33:48 PM
It is, I think it will be useful on the low pitches at the start of the season. You really have to go within about 3 inches of the toe before the unpleasant vibration begins with the mallet.

Yeah i guess that is down to how thick the edges are down near the toe . . .and its 2.5lbs! How is the pick up?
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 10, 2010, 09:34:35 PM
really badly cut tow in that second picture? was he drunk! ;P

Or too much tapping on concrete!

Nah just the way it has sunk into the cushion. It annoyed me when I took the pic.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: jonpinson on November 10, 2010, 09:37:18 PM
Yeah i guess that is down to how thick the edges are down near the toe . . .and its 2.5lbs! How is the pick up?

I have a good bat to compare the pickup to, my Salix fera. Both bats are 2'8 with a ribbed grip, but the Salix has a higher middle/much less wood lower down. It's fair the say the Salix feels like a wand on pickup, most amazing pickup I've ever felt. The Hattori obviously doesn't feel quite as light, thats physics for you though. That said, it doesn't feel heavy by any means. Impressive considering all the weight down the far end.
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: 19reading87 on November 10, 2010, 10:38:15 PM
lovely bat!!
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: AlRidd on November 10, 2010, 10:45:03 PM
Is it just me or do the back stickers look quite Kookaburra-esque?
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: 19reading87 on November 10, 2010, 10:51:50 PM
Yer I thought that too but struggling to place which model.......
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: maxy1 on November 10, 2010, 10:54:20 PM
i still feel the hattori sticker on the back is a tad on the small side , that said looks a nice bat :)
Title: Re: Ok then, if no one else will, I better get a Hattori
Post by: Canners on November 14, 2010, 09:11:52 AM

i really like the look of that, looks a great shape for the slow english pitches we play on