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My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« on: February 04, 2011, 10:53:13 PM »
Evening all,

Just got back form a works meal and slightly the worse for wear, but have been determined to put these pics up and write a small review.

After reading various reviews, I gave Matt a call a couple of weeks ago to discuss what he had in. After thinking about the Hattori, we went through a couple of options and came up with the decision to make me "something that will go like a train"

Gave a basic spec of the following:

2.9-10ish
Oval Handle
Not fussed about grains/imperfections
Knocked In
Toe Guard
Scuff Sheet

Matt has been a pleasure to deal with, top fella and knows how to make a cricket bat. Am over the moon with it, have given it a bit of a knock and it's a belter. Looking forward to getting in the nets with it on Sunday and throwing it about. Final weight comes in about 2.10lb fully 'dressed' and picks up very well. I could write more, but would not do the bat any justice.

Anyone looking for a bat, please give Matt a call. Talked me through the process, sending photos along the way and easy to deal with.

Sorry for the quality of the pics, using a Blackberry and currently polishing of a bottle of pinot :)


















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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #1 on: February 04, 2011, 11:05:12 PM »
Mmmmmmmmmmmm,very pleasant! I think i have just done a little 'sex wee'.

should've gone for the Hattorri stickers though - they are 'da bomb'!
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #2 on: February 04, 2011, 11:08:51 PM »
Fattus that was incredibly ghetto of you

I am getting a Hattorri at the end of the month, as will have a lower middle which will be handy for the early season/showing off/looking cool

It's a lovely looking bit of gear I must admit. Got a bat cover as well
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #3 on: February 04, 2011, 11:11:24 PM »
Very nice! Can't wait to use mine again wednesday! A hattori aswell? Very greedy ;)
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #4 on: February 04, 2011, 11:14:54 PM »
That looks really nice Matt sure making some good looking bats, Jimbas looked aweaome too
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #5 on: February 04, 2011, 11:15:44 PM »
Will, mate, come on how many bats do you need lol. You are not or will ever be THE HOSK!!
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #6 on: February 04, 2011, 11:17:12 PM »
2 x H4L's?  You are an outrageous tease! Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #7 on: February 04, 2011, 11:24:26 PM »
Quote from: ProWannabe88 on February 04, 2011, 11:15:44 PM
Will, mate, come on how many bats do you need lol. You are not or will ever be THE HOSK!!

3 will do me for now mate, and nothing like a spot of brand loyalty eh! Plus, the Hatters (as I have decided to call it from now on) is something a bit different from the Monster and if this is anything to go by, then will be a winner
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #8 on: February 04, 2011, 11:52:05 PM »
You are making me rethink the sale of my excel. Only need the hattori to complete my trio!
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #9 on: February 04, 2011, 11:53:03 PM »
Is your excel on sale on here now?

What reasons do you have for selling mate...does it work?
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #10 on: February 04, 2011, 11:58:39 PM »
Yes, it is for sale and I've never tried to make it work. Bought too many bats and it won't get used so rather than waste it I thought someone else could give it the life it deserves.
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #11 on: February 05, 2011, 12:10:23 AM »
Fair enough mate, remember I saw it earlier, sure someone will have it off you
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #12 on: February 05, 2011, 12:11:13 PM »
Only just saw your pm. Get the Hattori. Get it now. Clear enough?
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #13 on: February 05, 2011, 12:12:23 PM »
Quote from: jonpinson on February 05, 2011, 12:11:13 PM
Only just saw your pm. Get the Hattori. Get it now. Clear enough?
It's That good?
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Re: My Rather Snazzy H4L 5* 666 Monster
« Reply #14 on: February 05, 2011, 12:25:36 PM »
Quote from: tim2000s on February 05, 2011, 12:12:23 PM
It's That good?

Christ knows, Haven't used it yet, but it looks pretty and after more time than usual knocking in (pressed slightly softer than most brands I think) it rebounds better than most other bats which are heavier (due to the spiral grip the bat itself was finished at 2'5). So it is a cracker. Not the prettiest piece of willow, but for the price, who cares? Seriously toying with the idea of getting a LE, which may well be even better.

I'm going out on a limb but I reckon a £175 H4L will outperform most other larger brands which tend to start at £200 plus.

That reminds me, I've not bought a bat for a while (except something special from eBay). Ze money is burning a hole...
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