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[ogroupleader]

And the SCAT/TAS bat is feeling better every time I pick it up.

[Blank Bats]

Some Batmakers obtain a bow by over pressing the cleft, this results in a reduction of performance

[smilley792]

Some Batmakers obtain a bow by over pressing the cleft, this results in a reduction of performance

Is there a better way to obtain a Bow? Mr bb

[tim2000s]

Is there a better way to obtain a Bow? Mr bb

The likes of B3 cut it into the willow before pressing.


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[smilley792]

The likes of B3 cut it into the willow before pressing.


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I thought they did, but not according to streaky, And they don't offer more than a slight bow, I've tried, but only got a forward set handle.

[Blank Bats]

Look at the GM batmaking video on YouTube.
The bow is cut into the blade before pressing

[hell4leather cricket]

Bowing is best done in pressing  and having the right press helps

[ItsJustCricket]

I personally prefer a bow, helps me go over the top, and adds decent pick up to a 3lb plus bat.



But, with the increased want for bigger edges, and the flatter profiles bought about because, it seems very pronounced bows are disappearing from the shelfs.
In fact I believe it's just be asain made bats that still offer a pronounced bow.

Mainly the Asian mades, except for Salix, of course.  In my opinion, they make the best use of the bow, and I believe it is a major reason why their bats pick up so well.  I also know that, having visited their place a few times, they take pride in creating their bows, almost as if they are a work of art, which apparently not every bat maker is capable of achieving.

[tim2000s]

Don't know about anyone else, but I struggle with a bow. It creates too much loft.

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[Number4]

I'm not a fan of bowing either. As above^^^

[CrickFreak]

I guess then better pick up is the only benefit? I read somewhere it helps the ping due to the springyness in the blade, is that true?
Maybe good to have if you like low middle with thick toe.

thanks everyone for sharing your thoughts.