Hi Guys,
It's Paul. I have decided to make a return to the forum, but just for this one post! I have no desire to get dragged into the other subjects that have apparently been discussed on here of late (to be honest, I haven't even read them yet nor do I intend to). Instead, I want to write about something positive.
Even though this is a one-off, it was going to take a lot to bring me back, but I feel Blank Bats are worthy of it.
Only one of these bats is now still available (a B2). The other six have all sold already. The last batch we had (of seven) sold within a week too. Safe to say that they are the flavour of the month here at IJC! It's easy to see why in my opinion. Customers who come into the store seem to always choose them, even over other more established brands. Many have never even heard of Blank Bats but they choose them regardless, such is the sheer quality for the price. They sell themselves. Everything about them: looks, pick-up, feel, mallet response, value for money is nothing short of exceptional.
I like them so much I have even decided to get one for myself (a Long Blade B4), and I even got the matching pads and gloves to boot! Might have to do another 'What's In My Kit Bag' video soon!
For the record, Blank Bats don't make any of the bats themselves, but they are not shy to admit this. Still, they are in control of the design process, and the service that Tai provides is top drawer - responding to all my questions within minutes, sometimes within seconds (even after 11pm at night!) and allowing us to handpick the bats in this unconventional, but incredibly convenient and time efficient manner!
In short, Blank Bats are to me what Phantom is to Chris - I just love them and it's great to see a smaller brand like this prove to be so popular in our store. Long may it continue. I am sure you will be seeing a lot more Blank Bats on the field in 2016 and beyond!
Cheers,
Paul