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Newbery Uzi
« on: January 15, 2014, 11:38:40 AM »
Hello all

I was about to pull the trigger on a new bat when I was offered a used one for free from someone in my club. Times are tight and I cheerfully accepted. :)

It turns out its a Newbery Uzi Players bat. I have seen some pics but dont have it yet, but I know the style of bat it is. Its 20 20 style with 50mm edges. I have never used one before and wont get it for a couple of weeks.

Question I have been pondering is I am quite short at 5'8" and was considering buying a heavy harrow bat. I was wondering whether it is likely to suit me with its shorter blade/longer handle style or quite the opposite? Was wondering if anyone had any thoughts or even used one thats around my height? Thanks.
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #1 on: January 15, 2014, 11:42:07 AM »
I'm a tall 5"8 and I've just bought an uzi, feels comfortable but haven't had a chance to net with it.

If it feels too long I may be tempted to lop 3/4 inch off the handle. Will ask the forum for advice on this before doing it though.
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #2 on: January 15, 2014, 11:42:29 AM »
Never look a gift horse in the mouth mate. If offered a newbery players bat, snap their hand off. If the longer handles a problem, then use the money that you were going to spend on a new bat, in getting it re-handled!
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #3 on: January 15, 2014, 11:57:46 AM »
Quote from: Nickauger on January 15, 2014, 11:42:29 AM
Never look a gift horse in the mouth mate. If offered a newbery players bat, snap their hand off. If the longer handles a problem, then use the money that you were going to spend on a new bat, in getting it re-handled!

LOL like I say I bit their hand off for it, no hesitation there. Just difficult not having handles one and having to wait to see how it feels.
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #4 on: January 15, 2014, 11:58:57 AM »
Quote from: MD2812 on January 15, 2014, 11:42:07 AM
I'm a tall 5"8 and I've just bought an uzi, feels comfortable but haven't had a chance to net with it.

If it feels too long I may be tempted to lop 3/4 inch off the handle. Will ask the forum for advice on this before doing it though.

Yep that sounds too radical for me, would assume it would upset the balance but what do I know. Will look out for that thread with interest.
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #5 on: January 15, 2014, 11:59:53 AM »
Quote from: Nickauger on January 15, 2014, 11:42:29 AM
Never look a gift horse in the mouth mate. If offered a newbery players bat, snap their hand off. If the longer handles a problem, then use the money that you were going to spend on a new bat, in getting it re-handled!

Meant to say. I have never considered re-handling a bat, how costly is that?
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #6 on: January 15, 2014, 12:19:48 PM »
Fantastic bats. The Uzi players I had was brilliant. I'm very short and high middle, short blade suited my style. Found the long handle a bit of a pain sometimes, but that because I hold the handle very low down anyway. I'd go for it, you won't regret using it. Went to Hawk a few weeks ago and they about to bring out a new bat with a shorter blade but standard short handle if you looking for that style. I'm rather tempted myself. If not I'm sure a sponsor on here would make something you want.
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #7 on: January 15, 2014, 01:32:39 PM »
Quote from: beaver5 on January 15, 2014, 12:19:48 PM
Fantastic bats. The Uzi players I had was brilliant. I'm very short and high middle, short blade suited my style. Found the long handle a bit of a pain sometimes, but that because I hold the handle very low down anyway. I'd go for it, you won't regret using it. Went to Hawk a few weeks ago and they about to bring out a new bat with a shorter blade but standard short handle if you looking for that style. I'm rather tempted myself. If not I'm sure a sponsor on here would make something you want.

I think as a short batsman I would instinctively prefer a standard blade and a shorter handle rather than this option or having the choice of a heavy harrow.
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #8 on: January 15, 2014, 01:46:04 PM »
Newbery will rehandle for around £40 - £50 inc postage
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #9 on: January 15, 2014, 02:25:01 PM »
Quote from: The_Bird on January 15, 2014, 01:46:04 PM
Newbery will rehandle for around £40 - £50 inc postage

Thanks for the info, wont it upset the balance of the blade shortening the handle or do they somehow balance it at the same time as fitting in some mystical magical way not obvious to me?!
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #10 on: January 15, 2014, 02:52:07 PM »
It doesn't have 50mm edges I don't think, I think the sticker refers to spine height
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #11 on: January 15, 2014, 02:54:04 PM »
Quote from: Leo on January 15, 2014, 02:52:07 PM
It doesn't have 50mm edges I don't think, I think the sticker refers to spine height

Thanks gawd for that, I'll put these weights down!
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #12 on: January 15, 2014, 02:55:41 PM »
Quote from: Bruiserboy on January 15, 2014, 02:25:01 PM
Thanks for the info, wont it upset the balance of the blade shortening the handle or do they somehow balance it at the same time as fitting in some mystical magical way not obvious to me?!

I have absolutely no idea what it will do to the balance, but I wouldn't have thought it would affect it too much! No different to having a harrow bat with a harrow length handle perhaps... honestly wouldn't know!
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #13 on: January 15, 2014, 03:02:11 PM »
I've cut the top 3/4 inch off the top of all my bats, doen't affect the balance at all. The piece of cane that comes off is incredibly light.

If for some reason you do feel it is affected, just run some medical tape round the top of the handle to bulk it out again. Plus makes it look correct uder the grip!
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Re: Newbery Uzi
« Reply #14 on: January 15, 2014, 03:03:09 PM »
Quote from: Nickauger on January 15, 2014, 02:55:41 PM
I have absolutely no idea what it will do to the balance, but I wouldn't have thought it would affect it too much! No different to having a harrow bat with a harrow length handle perhaps... honestly wouldn't know!

I assumed a Harrow bat had a slightly smaller blade and shorter handle to maintain balance but dont know that for a fact.
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