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[joymarvin]

Hi Guys,
I am looking to invest in a L&W Signature cricket bat. Please provide your experience and recommendations on the cleft. Please select below link for the picture of this low density signature cleft. Thanks guys.

[Wickets-then-runs]

I've been lucky enough to have owned 3 Sigs (Sig only, not the Reserve as well) over the last 5 years and I can say that 2 of them were amongst the best 5 performing bats I have owned! The actual experience is ok hut no better than buying from someone like Affinity or Scat. If I can offer two bits of advice:
- make sure you are very specific about the FINISHED weight of your bat as all of the ones I got were up to 4 ounces heavier than I ordered.
- take your time on selecting your profile and get them to send you pictures from all angles so you know exactly what shape you get.
Overall, go for it mate!

[joymarvin]

I've been lucky enough to have owned 3 Sigs (Sig only, not the Reserve as well) over the last 5 years and I can say that 2 of them were amongst the best 5 performing bats I have owned! The actual experience is ok hut no better than buying from someone like Affinity or Scat. If I can offer two bits of advice:
- make sure you are very specific about the FINISHED weight of your bat as all of the ones I got were up to 4 ounces heavier than I ordered.
- take your time on selecting your profile and get them to send you pictures from all angles so you know exactly what shape you get.
Overall, go for it mate!

Hi there. Thanks for the reply. Last month I did purchase a L&W Reserve Special Profile in 2.7lbs which I am very happy with (Click below link for the picture). I plan to get the same profile on the signature. Please advice.

[Wickets-then-runs]

Mate, if you know which profile you want, James will make a copy for you without any issues! I have tried the "Ultra" profile which, along with some clubmates just found to be a crap profile! Poor balance and a small (albeit) powerful middle just didn't gel with any of us. I don't reckon you will be disappointed but try and deal with James himself rather than the guy in his office as James is the guy who puts steel to willow for you!

[joymarvin]

Mate, if you know which profile you want, James will make a copy for you without any issues! I have tried the "Ultra" profile which, along with some clubmates just found to be a crap profile! Poor balance and a small (albeit) powerful middle just didn't gel with any of us. I don't reckon you will be disappointed but try and deal with James himself rather than the guy in his office as James is the guy who puts steel to willow for you!

How do I get in touch with James as normally Anthony replies to all my emails..

[tim2000s]

How do I get in touch with James as normally Anthony replies to all my emails..

Just ask to speak to him.

[joymarvin]

Just ask to speak to him.

Thanks Tim. But what do you think of the signature cleft?

[tim2000s]

Thanks Tim. But what do you think of the signature cleft?

Decent enough cleft.  But I don't know what it weighs or how big a bat you want so I have no idea whether it is actually a good one (and my last two bats are butterflies so you shouldn't ask me).

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[joymarvin]

Decent enough cleft.  But I don't know what it weighs or how big a bat you want so I have no idea whether it is actually a good one (and my last two bats are butterflies so you shouldn't ask me).

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Oh k. Going for 2.6lbs since it's a low density cleft. Kindly refer below comment from L&W regarding this signature cleft.

Light for its size, the less dense the willow the larger the lighter the profile will be for its size. Low density clefts are characterised by high performance. Not usually will you have both low density and straight grains in one cleft. These Clefts are usually set aside by manufacturers for professionals.

[potzy248]

If I had the money Id get it. I did enquire about it.
I bought a Sig last year and I can safely say it was the best performing bat I have ever had (Broke my wrist and had to change because of the weight). Like the other guys said though, make sure you specify the weight and don't let it get sent to you unless it is that weight. They always rectify any problems quickly but I just hate parting with any new bat.

[joymarvin]

If I had the money Id get it. I did enquire about it.
I bought a Sig last year and I can safely say it was the best performing bat I have ever had (Broke my wrist and had to change because of the weight). Like the other guys said though, make sure you specify the weight and don't let it get sent to you unless it is that weight. They always rectify any problems quickly but I just hate parting with any new bat.

Hi Potzy, I did email him and asked him the below question. Awaiting confirmation from him regarding weight.

I need the bat to be dead weight of 2.6lbs with the grips, stickers etc. Is it possible to see pics showing me this weight on a electronic scale? This is because after the grips and stickers are on, the weight rises up. I need confirmation on the same.

[Six Sixes Cricket]

Hi Potzy, I did email him and asked him the below question. Awaiting confirmation from him regarding weight.

I need the bat to be dead weight of 2.6lbs with the grips, stickers etc. Is it possible to see pics showing me this weight on a electronic scale? This is because after the grips and stickers are on, the weight rises up. I need confirmation on the same.

Pretty pointless really, I've had 3 signatures, all have gained weight. Usually takes about 9-12 months b4 it happens. I recently sent one back for a refurb and it has come back an oz lighter. They are great bats, the company has probably the best customer service possible. Dint let the weight play to big an issue. 2-6 is exceptionally light, it will arrive at that weight no doubt but be prepared it may rise to 2-8, if you live in a not humid place. If your lucky enough to live somewhere warm you should be ok.

[joymarvin]

Pretty pointless really, I've had 3 signatures, all have gained weight. Usually takes about 9-12 months b4 it happens. I recently sent one back for a refurb and it has come back an oz lighter. They are great bats, the company has probably the best customer service possible. Dint let the weight play to big an issue. 2-6 is exceptionally light, it will arrive at that weight no doubt but be prepared it may rise to 2-8, if you live in a not humid place. If your lucky enough to live somewhere warm you should be ok.

Hi D7BOW. I just received a reply regarding the weight and here it goes. I stay in a freakish desert country which is known as Dubai, UAE where our winter temps are max 15 to 20 degrees and summers 40+ degrees lol..

We can confirm this dead weight on the scales before the bat is sent. Not a problem Joy. I will have this noted on your order details.
Additional note: Send photo of completed bat on electronic scales with dead weight of 2lbs 6ozs before sending.

[potzy248]

Perfect, and they will do that for you, liked others have said their customer service is the best around (and you do pay for it). It will be extremely light before the stickers and scuff sheet is added, but if it comes in at 2.6 with that profile then you are in for a treat.
Look forward to seeing the end result mate.

[joymarvin]

Perfect, and they will do that for you, liked others have said their customer service is the best around (and you do pay for it). It will be extremely light before the stickers and scuff sheet is added, but if it comes in at 2.6 with that profile then you are in for a treat.
Look forward to seeing the end result mate.

Thanks Potzy248 for your help..Order placed and the turn around time is 2-3 weeks..Will upload the pictures once it arrives.