Topic: Beach's Bat Making (Read 28773 times)

Beachcricket · « **on:** February 07, 2010, 10:17:49 AM »

Bat number 4 included

Bat number 3 included, seemed like a waste of space to start another thread.

Firstly, Thank you to Matt from H4L for the willow and his excellent service.

Here is a bat I made yesterday, I'm not sure if it's finished as I may reduce the spine near the bottom and the toe. But at the moment this is it. It weighed in at 2.14 - 2.15 (my scales are temperamental) before grips and binding. Like this it weighs a hernia inducing 3.2

It picks up okay for a 3.2 and needs some knocking in.
Advise from bat makers on where to take weight away from would be grateful. Constructive criticism and gentle praise are both welcome.

carn69 · « **Reply #1 on:** February 07, 2010, 10:23:30 AM »

what weight r u idealy looking for mate ?

The Finisher · « **Reply #2 on:** February 07, 2010, 10:29:11 AM »

love the profile of it mate !

Jamieh · « **Reply #3 on:** February 07, 2010, 10:34:30 AM »

I'm by no means a bat maker... just aspiring to be! But my thoughts are looks really nicely done, well done! Looks like a great finish. If you'd like some feedback I'd say could maybe do with a more pronounced middle, i.e. a little less weight further up for balance, but just my opinion, as that's obvioulsy just how I like them, so it's about what feels right to you (or the person buying). great job!

slogger02 · « **Reply #4 on:** February 07, 2010, 10:56:16 AM »

easiest places to remove weight from are the toe and shoulders generally. it looks as if you have a large toe so im sure a decent slice of wood can be removed from that area.

quick-keep · « **Reply #5 on:** February 08, 2010, 06:46:03 PM »

But then the middle would be the toe. Unless you always toe the ball then it doesn't relly work lol

Beachcricket · « **Reply #6 on:** February 08, 2010, 07:24:24 PM »

I was looking to get it to 2.12 but I liked the shape I'd created originally. It's now been changed slightly, the toe and edges are slightly thinner and the spine and shoulders are a little lower. It's helped the pickup tremendously and is 3.1 but it feels a lot more balanced.

Thanks slogger02, your suggested alterations made the difference.

I'll post a photo of the changes once I've sanded it again.

generalcustard · « **Reply #7 on:** February 10, 2010, 03:06:09 AM »

I cant help but notice no convaving, Its truly the most enjoyable part i reckon, plus, it makes balancing a bat so much more easier.

Beachcricket · « **Reply #8 on:** February 10, 2010, 11:02:06 AM »

This is a picture of the changed bat. It's been a great learning experience and I do appreciate the feedback from everyone.

genralcustard - There is perhaps some concaving on this changed one but it's very minor if that. I'm not a huge fan of concaving on bats but I agree completely when you say it's fun to do.

Buzz · « **Reply #9 on:** February 10, 2010, 11:22:05 AM »

I think you have done a pretty good job, it does look a bit of a beast, with quite a low middle.

Have you dared use a mallet on it to see what the rebound is like yet?

generalcustard · « **Reply #10 on:** February 11, 2010, 12:03:06 AM »

Alright sweet, looks a thumper of a bat.

petehosk · « **Reply #11 on:** February 11, 2010, 12:05:33 AM »

Good effort Beach! And actually having the guts to go back and improve it is commendable!

kenbriooo · « **Reply #12 on:** February 11, 2010, 10:51:19 AM »

looks like a rite belter Id be very impressed if that was my attempt so I tip my hat at you sir!

Keep going and soon you'll master it I am sure

petehosk · « **Reply #13 on:** February 11, 2010, 10:54:07 AM »

We could have a 'Beach Cricket' brand on here before we know it!

Beachcricket · « **Reply #14 on:** February 11, 2010, 12:06:50 PM »

Hmmm... "Beach Cricket" I like that, your cheque is in the post petehosk.

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