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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #75 on: January 20, 2013, 11:25:03 AM »
Hi all,

I have a new bat and have a couple of questions about knocking it in.

Firstly, an Aussie we had over a few years ago talked about running/knocking in a bat using a wooden rolling pin. Has anyone ever heard of something like this before? Would be a lot quieter!!!

Secondly, what are everyone's opinion of using a bat knocking in machine v's hand knocking in using a mallet? Do the machines do a good job?

Thanks
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #76 on: January 20, 2013, 11:27:43 AM »
The rolling pin will be to round off the edges than knock it in i'd guess!
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #77 on: January 20, 2013, 11:33:56 AM »
Quote from: Steveo1000 on January 20, 2013, 11:25:03 AM
Hi all,

I have a new bat and have a couple of questions about knocking it in.

Firstly, an Aussie we had over a few years ago talked about running/knocking in a bat using a wooden rolling pin. Has anyone ever heard of something like this before? Would be a lot quieter!!!

Secondly, what are everyone's opinion of using a bat knocking in machine v's hand knocking in using a mallet? Do the machines do a good job?

Thanks

For me, the machines are fine when it comes to knocking in the blade - especially around the sweet spot, but I don't think they do much good at all around the edges. And this is the main reason we do all our knocking in by hand...
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #78 on: January 20, 2013, 11:35:31 AM »
I've used the edge of a porcelain bathtub or sink works well to run in the edges of the bat. Run the bat down the tub at 45 degrees.

I'm reluctant to use machine knocking in, would much rather do it myself, plus I think it's half the fun of getting a new bat, taking the time to prepare it yourself, even if it may drive the wife/girlfriend crazy!
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #79 on: January 21, 2013, 03:34:53 AM »
Quote from: Over Gully on January 20, 2013, 11:35:31 AM
I've used the edge of a porcelain bathtub or sink works well to run in the edges of the bat. Run the bat down the tub at 45 degrees.

I'm reluctant to use machine knocking in, would much rather do it myself, plus I think it's half the fun of getting a new bat, taking the time to prepare it yourself, even if it may drive the wife/girlfriend crazy!

More like whole neighbourhood
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #80 on: January 26, 2013, 09:31:39 AM »
Hi guys, I have just bought an AS V12 bat and need some guidance on preparing it.

I am going to apply 3 coats of oil and then will knock in for 3-4 hours.

The question is that should I then apply a scuff sheet or not. I actually prefer not because I like naked grains. So essentially just want to confirm that not applying a scuff sheet is ok.

Your expert advice (specially by Mr Cover Drive) will be highly appreciated.

Thanks and regards,

Ozcfa
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #81 on: February 12, 2013, 10:02:40 PM »
Anyone have a view on knocking in a new bat against the bowling machine?
Just a thought as the balls are softer. ???
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #82 on: February 12, 2013, 10:08:50 PM »
Quote from: m.lalli on February 12, 2013, 10:02:40 PM
Anyone have a view on knocking in a new bat against the bowling machine?
Just a thought as the balls are softer. ???

You're in or near peterborough aren't you mate?

You can hire the bowling machine for a few sessions, this will really help out with the knocking in of the middle, but the edges do need to be done by hand.

If you have a bat you are looking to knock in, you can bring it into us, £15 for a full knocking in service by hand, including an anti scuff sheet.
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #83 on: February 12, 2013, 10:19:10 PM »
The machines at Fordham and Chase are fine and do a very good job...

I like to do it by hand though it feels more personal and it nice to hear a bat getting better and better
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #84 on: February 12, 2013, 10:27:04 PM »
Quote from: Vitas Cricket on February 12, 2013, 10:08:50 PM
You're in or near peterborough aren't you mate?

You can hire the bowling machine for a few sessions, this will really help out with the knocking in of the middle, but the edges do need to be done by hand.

If you have a bat you are looking to knock in, you can bring it into us, £15 for a full knocking in service by hand, including an anti scuff sheet.

Im actually in herts. But thats sounds like a great pricefor knocking in and anti scuffle.
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #85 on: February 12, 2013, 10:27:53 PM »
Scuff even  :-[
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #86 on: February 12, 2013, 10:32:14 PM »
Quote from: procricket on February 12, 2013, 10:19:10 PM
The machines at Fordham and Chase are fine and do a very good job...

I like to do it by hand though it feels more personal and it nice to hear a bat getting better and better

Agree with that Dave although I've never had one done by the machine.
There is nothing like knocking a bat in yourself and knowing when it's ready to play, then the satisfaction of when you've knocked it in and it feeling lovely in the nets
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #87 on: February 12, 2013, 10:37:56 PM »
I think I'll spend a few hours with the mallet followed by bowling machine and then get out the old leather balls 8)
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #88 on: February 12, 2013, 11:36:04 PM »
Ive got a mates bat being machine knocked in at fordhams now,its 42.00.personally i like to do them myself
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Re: Knocking in a new bat
« Reply #89 on: February 13, 2013, 01:20:16 AM »
Most bats bats now are well pressed. In the last 2 -3 years, I have not knocked the face of any of my personal bats. I just work on the edges and toe. At max I give 15-20 good whacks in and around the middle and put the scuff sheet.

As we use old match balls in the nets, I just go an net with the bats and let the bowlers do the job for me.

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