My post was due to a lack of response, a week had past before I decided to post. From doing this, though, I obtained the response and have learnt something as a result.
I can appreciate the response that I received from Kippax. I was unaware that time had in ownership of the bat was more important than how much it was used, but I understand that now. That does raise the question which is more important though?
I appreciate the work that was done, as it was for free and apologies for not mentioning that. The crack at the bottom I have been told it is fixable and they have offered to do that which I appreciate. I found the knot usual and wondered if it was related, as there was a crack in the knot, hence why I sent the original email. From people’s responses to this, I am still unsure as to whether it makes it weaker or not?
Just for clarity. I had not mentioned if the bat was new or old - which, based on the responses, I should have. Lesson learned. Also, I did not say ever that I wanted anything for free.
As I said previously, I have heard nothing but good things about Kippax, and have used a number of their bats before and will continue to when the opportunity arises.