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johnrockin

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Hades bat review
« on: January 23, 2013, 02:31:19 PM »
I wanted to share these images of my new Hades with you all.

Spec
Hades Limited Edition / 2lb 8.5oz / Mid to low middle / Oval handle / Short Handle

Pickup
Just beautiful! As you would expect for a bat of this weight, made by Andy.

Profile
Nice offset middle, with a good amount of willow in just the right places.

Grains
8 straight-ish ones in the playing area.

Ping
Off the mallet it sounds really great. Super good in fact and when knocking up (with a ball) the rebound would put a smile on most people's faces.

Looking forward to giving it a go in the nets. Where I'll get a much better idea of the bats performance and feel.

After I've received a few comments (from you guys), I might tell you a little story about the bat's history so far :)






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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #1 on: January 23, 2013, 02:35:11 PM »
Very nice profile that is. Side on it looks very traditional. Something I like!
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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #2 on: January 23, 2013, 02:35:37 PM »
Lovely bit of wood there chap, nice camera skills as well.

What grip you using on that?
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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #3 on: January 23, 2013, 02:35:43 PM »
That's a great looking bat and the profile grows on me every time I see it. That last pic illustrates the curves on that thing beautifully. I'm really keen on a Hades or an Infinity... Can't wait to hear how it goes in the nets!
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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #4 on: January 23, 2013, 02:37:56 PM »
Absolutely stunning profile. Love the hades stickers too.
Hope if serves you well mate
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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #5 on: January 23, 2013, 02:40:38 PM »
Awesome bat. I really do love the look of the Hades, great profile.
Looks like you got your self a good one.
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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #6 on: January 23, 2013, 03:57:00 PM »
Quote from: justnotcricket86 on January 23, 2013, 02:35:37 PM
Lovely bit of wood there chap, nice camera skills as well.

What grip you using on that?

Camera skills - All down to a new Canon 5D MKII and 50mm f1.4 lens. Got to love a bit of shallow depth of field :) that and a degree in photography

The grip came with the bat, but it's very nice.
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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #7 on: January 23, 2013, 04:37:04 PM »
Looks like a you have a belter of a bit there
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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #8 on: January 23, 2013, 04:39:11 PM »
I think this also merits my new badge!!



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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #9 on: January 23, 2013, 04:41:25 PM »
Flat face?
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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #10 on: January 23, 2013, 04:42:02 PM »
lovely bat and nice camera skills... was just gonna ask if that was a 50mm 1.4 lol but u allready answered it :D
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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #11 on: January 23, 2013, 04:44:06 PM »
Very nice profile. Nice clear pictures adding beauty.
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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #12 on: January 23, 2013, 04:46:23 PM »
Lovely bat and astonishing pictures! Wish there were more...:D

Hope it serves you well, these do pick up remarkably well!
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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #13 on: January 23, 2013, 05:00:17 PM »
Quote from: Cover_Drive on January 23, 2013, 04:46:23 PM
Lovely bat and astonishing pictures! Wish there were more...:D

Hope it serves you well, these do pick up remarkably well!

Hes really turning out some gorgeous bats currently.
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Re: Hades bat review
« Reply #14 on: January 24, 2013, 06:06:54 AM »
Love the shape of that, the photography is stunning aswell
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