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[FattusCattus]

I've seen and had some great Larsons bats - if you can get from a reputable source, they can be great.

I think people had issues with the quality of sticks being sold by the guy set up as Larsons on Facebook.

[stevat]

I've seen and had some great Larsons bats - if you can get from a reputable source, they can be great.

I think people had issues with the quality of sticks being sold by the guy set up as Larsons on Facebook.

That's the trick isn't it - anyone know of a reputable source?

[mohawks94]

Novak, being based in South Bucks you are really close to SS, they are based in High Wycombe. Normally have a massive selection in stock from what I hear.

[jayralh]

I've seen and had some great Larsons bats - if you can get from a reputable source, they can be great.

I think people had issues with the quality of sticks being sold by the guy set up as Larsons on Facebook.

I think guy selling on Facebook with bet option is genuine Larson guy. I bought all my bats through Facebook from him.

Larson BAS Robinson etc are in my home town in India. I could source direct when needed. Recently I had Anthem bat direct from manufacturer and it's great. I haven't played with it but so far so good.

[objcpp]

I'm hearing a lot how Robinsons is standout as a bat.

Anyone got direct dealings or direct contact details ?

I have bought several bats from Robinsons. Fantastic quality offered at a relatively cheaper price (25-40% less compared to major brands). Contacts can be found from their facebook page. Jolly Singh is pretty responsive and reliable.

[CricketXI]

I think guy selling on Facebook with bet option is genuine Larson guy. I bought all my bats through Facebook from him.

Larson BAS Robinson etc are in my home town in India. I could source direct when needed. Recently I had Anthem bat direct from manufacturer and it's great. I haven't played with it but so far so good.

So which one will u prefer and are they easy to contact and deal with ??

[jayralh]

At moment I prefer larson as I have used it in matches and scored and i know it performs well. It is duck bill shape that i did not like but since i played with it i haven't faced any issue so far. Last sunday i mishit a shot from toe for a four so no issue with duck bill shape so far.

Anthem has better balance what i felt but bear in mind both are complete different shapes so cant compare against each other. 

Regarding the ease of contact, for me both are good as they are local to my family and i can send anyone down with specs and shape what i want.  After sale experience has been good with larson but to be honest i haven't had any issue with bat that i had to get back in touch with him.

[Tailendfielder]

I want Hardik Pandya's bat. Looks the nuts

[i12breakfree]

SS, SG, Robinsons, Sondhi (New balance), BAS
All make excellent bats

if you want thick handle then go with Robinsons,Sondhi
If you want softer pressed bats go with SS/SG

[sgcricket]

I want Hardik Pandya's bat. Looks the nuts

Here you go:http://www.crowncricketer.com/product/sg-hp-33-bat/

[Biggie Smalls]

Here you go:http://www.crowncricketer.com/product/sg-hp-33-bat/

Mmmmmmm , grainy graininess !!! 

[Novak]

The sg bat looks nice .

Has anyone used any cricket retailer from India . I always read bad reviews on Facebook about retailer purchases and the tax seems off-putting . Doesn't seem worth it .

I may go bangalore early next mid next year anyhow .

[Calzehbhoy]

Yup ordered loads from Crown Cricketer. Never been taxed.

[sgcricket]

Personally have never used Crown Cricketer but have friends who went to the store when they were in Bengaluru and purchased their gear.

[rahul_1987]

Robinsons make excellent bats - I have the pro model and that is a rocket. I have heard they used to make bats for Sachin. Currently few floating on ebay at good prices
BDM, SS, BAS and SG also good bats. Not tried FCS yet so cant really tell.