About this item
A Grade 2 English Willow bat with a shorter blade and mid-swell, engineered for dynamic all-around strokeplay and confidence at the crease.
- Grade 2 English Willow
- Hex grip handle
- Mid swell sweet spot
The GM Diamond 808 is expertly crafted for the modern, dynamic batsman. The shorter blade length, paired with a mid-swell position, provides a large hitting zone and an exceptional pickup. This design ensures that the bat feels balanced and light in the hands, allowing for confident and powerful stroke-making across all areas of the wicket.
Key Features
- Shorter 540mm blade length for superior balance.
- Mid swell position for all-around strokeplay.
- Traditional full blade profile for a powerful feel.
- Contoured spine for a smooth, balanced pickup.
- Powerarc bow face profile for an extended hitting zone.
- Hex grip engineered for maximum grip performance.
- Made in England from Prime Grade 2 English Willow.
- TOETEK application for added protection to the toe.
FAQs
Q1: How does the shorter blade length of the GM Diamond 808 Cricket Bat affect its performance?
A1: The shorter 540mm blade length of the GM Diamond 808 Cricket Bat is engineered to improve the bat's balance and pickup, making it feel lighter in the hands and providing the batsman with increased confidence for quick, dynamic strokeplay.
Q2: Is the GM Diamond 808 Cricket Bat suitable for both front and back-foot players?
A2: Yes, the GM Diamond 808 Cricket Bat features a mid-swell position, which is designed to provide a powerful sweet spot for all-around strokeplay, making it highly effective for players who play on both the front and back foot.
Q3: What makes the Hex grip on the GM Diamond 808 Cricket Bat unique?
A3: The Hex grip on the GM Diamond 808 Cricket Bat is specifically engineered to provide the highest level of grip available on the market, ensuring that the batsman maintains perfect control and feel on the handle throughout their innings.
Q4: How does the full blade profile of the GM Diamond 808 Cricket Bat contribute to its power?
A4: The traditional full blade profile of the GM Diamond 808 Cricket Bat ensures that there is a large volume of wood across the hitting zone. This, combined with the Powerarc bow, creates a powerful and forgiving surface for striking the ball.