How are cricket bats graded?

English Willow Cricket Bats

It is widely accepted that English Willow cricket bats provide superior performance when compared to similar kashmir willow cricket bats. Cricket Haven imports the best quality cricket bats made of highest grade english willow which is handcrafted by master cricket bat makers who have not only been making, but also have been inspecting the making of cricket bats for decades (read more about the history of our cricket bat makers here).

the grading of english willow cricket bats

We have many different grades, each one suitable for a particular market. Here we have outlined some details of the most popular.

a Grade 1 english willow cricket bat blade

A Grade 1 is the best looking blade money can buy, though it will not necessarily play the best. There may be some red wood evident on the edge of the bat. The grain on the face will be straight and there will be at least 4 grains visible. There may be the odd small knot in the edge or back but the playing area should be clean.

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