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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #15 on: September 25, 2017, 02:35:34 PM »
Twine turned up in the post at the weekend so here we are, all done. Sanded up to a nice finish, and went old school with black binding. 2.12 on the nose with one grip, picks up nicely - happy edge! Just need to get it knocked in for forum nets now.


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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #16 on: September 25, 2017, 03:16:15 PM »
Looks good, you have done a great job with that.

If I could have one ask this winter it would be cor loads more threads like this!
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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #17 on: September 25, 2017, 05:36:23 PM »
Quote from: Buzz on September 25, 2017, 03:16:15 PM
Looks good, you have done a great job with that.

If I could have one ask this winter it would be cor loads more threads like this!
Thanks @Buzz , I'm really pleased with it - turned out much better than I thought it would for a first attempt! Would definitely encourage anyone thinking of it to have a go at shaping.
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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #18 on: September 25, 2017, 06:09:07 PM »
Quote from: DorsetDan on September 25, 2017, 05:54:51 PM
Carbon fibre binding next time? :)
It's definitely on the cards when I get my hands on a bit more workspace! Kevlar/aramid composite wrap of the handle is the way forward I reckon, watch this space.
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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #19 on: September 25, 2017, 06:20:15 PM »
very nicely done, @edge !
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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #20 on: November 03, 2017, 06:57:23 PM »
Have been reminded that I haven't posted photos of the stickers! Went quite minimalist, what do you think?


« Last Edit: November 03, 2017, 07:11:58 PM by edge »
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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #21 on: November 03, 2017, 07:28:31 PM »
I've just finished a part made from Matt today.
Yours looks a cracking job!
Really like the stickers.
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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #22 on: November 03, 2017, 07:57:10 PM »
Fantastic @edge You must be pleased as punch.
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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #23 on: November 03, 2017, 08:14:34 PM »
Love this thread - well done mate it looks fantastic
First ton with your self made bat, that’s a moment right there.
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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #24 on: November 03, 2017, 08:24:18 PM »
Often Less is more with branding and the stickers have a classy look. Personally I'm unsure about square toes as I haven't experienced one myself, but it looks like a very useable bat. What is it's weight?
Good job. Will we see it at nets in a few weeks?
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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #25 on: November 03, 2017, 10:54:00 PM »
Quote from: t2ylo on November 03, 2017, 08:14:34 PM
Love this thread - well done mate it looks fantastic
First ton with your self made bat, that’s a moment right there.
Thanks mate, self made bat is stage one complete at least! Will get working on the ton ;)

@Gurujames thought I'd go for a Laver-style toe as quite like it personally, will see how it holds up! Not too worried about cracking with the corners rounded off. Bare and with one grip it was 2.12, in current state with two grips and stickers/scuff she's a healthy 2.14. Fingers crossed I'll get the necessary pass for nets, if so then it'll definitely make an appearance.
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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #26 on: November 04, 2017, 10:58:07 PM »
Cracking stuff Ed looks a real top quality effort, finished really well and a lovely shape.

Where did you get the stickers from?
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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #27 on: November 05, 2017, 06:47:10 AM »
Quote from: jamesisapayne on November 04, 2017, 10:58:07 PM
Cracking stuff Ed looks a real top quality effort, finished really well and a lovely shape.

Where did you get the stickers from?
Thanks mate! Got a few sets printed up by a local vinyl printers who did a decent job.
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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #28 on: April 05, 2018, 01:01:51 PM »
Was just thinking we haven't had enough bat making threads on the forum lately, so.thought I'd post an update ;) Been out in the garden sanding up this one this afternoon, quite pleased with how it's coming! Just need to work on a better method for binding the handle...

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Re: My first bat shaping effort
« Reply #29 on: April 05, 2018, 01:10:59 PM »
Quote from: edge on April 05, 2018, 01:01:51 PM
Was just thinking we haven't had enough bat making threads on the forum lately, so.thought I'd post an update ;) Been out in the garden sanding up this one this afternoon, quite pleased with how it's coming! Just need to work on a better method for binding the handle...



Looks a great effort!
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