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[smilingjeff]

Thanks guys for the comments and the debate I`ve inadvertently started. I`ll keep on scouring some sites to look at my options. At the risk of starting another debate, what brand would good folk go for?

Ta SJ

[Beachcricket]

I've had 3 Hunts and they've all been belters, Tony Cook is a skillful man and I'm not sure why they've got an average reputation. Stickers need changing though!

[smilingjeff]

Thanks for the reminder about the Hunts. I had one some years ago and it was a good one. I`m probably just working my way through different brands and I ought to go back to what I`ve used before. Perhaps its me but there seems to be so much more choice!

[Buzz]

Hello Smilingjeff, welcome to the show. inevitably there is a lot of choice in a competitive market. Looking at the Custombats bat world cup in the bat section will give you an idea as to what is popular on this forum. Recently I have used a Newbery, a Black Cat, a SAF bat and a county bat, all of which I really liked, having said that I would love a Hawk, a Redback and a Vantage - but that is a way off for me , it partially depends on your budget and the shape you like. Where you live also has an impact as being able to go and choose a bat from a "bat cave" or have one made for you on the spot has to be the way to go...
 

[Howzat]

Can also recommend Redback, had a really good bat from them, doesn't seem to have been a bad review (Infact hasn't been an even average review of them!) on the forum. Everyone who has had one has loved it!

[smilingjeff]

Thanks guys for the welcome and the advice - much appreciated. I live in Staffordshire, so pretty central to do some visiting. Just glancing around I do like the look of both Vantage and Redback but I`m sure there is a ton of good stuff out there and I need to find what suits me best - thanks again for the advice.

[johan95]

Perhaps a SAF custom would be a good bet. I'm sure if you PM andy he'll be more than happy to discuss your needs! I've got one and it's a belter. However, all the custom brands on this forum will offer you great bats, depends on your budget really. (Welcone to the forum btw )

[FattusCattus]

I'll throw Charlie French into the ring. I've had a few off him - including my current match bat, and I think he's pretty good.

Don't think they're seen far from Notts though.

[Ayrtek Cricket]

Iv had a CF too and went very well! Gave up the ghost on me tho after a season or two

[19reading87]

Tony Cook at Hunts is one of the most experienced batmaker going, been making bats for at least 50 years.

Wish there was a 'like' button for this!!

[Canners]

I'll throw Charlie French into the ring. I've had a few off him - including my current match bat, and I think he's pretty good.

Don't think they're seen far from Notts though.

A guy in my sides got a Charlie French and it's a beauty

[Colesy]

I've had 3 Hunts and they've all been belters, Tony Cook is a skillful man and I'm not sure why they've got an average reputation. Stickers need changing though!

I seem to remember Darren Maddy and Neil Carter using Hunts with new stickers in the CB40 final

[tim2000s]

I@d also side with the Hunts comments. Also have a very nice M&H, but probably a bit pricier.