GRADE 1
The most expensive willow and arguably the best looking blade. There may be some red wood evident on the blade and generally there will be at least 8 or more fairly straight grains visible on the face.
GRADE 2
Excellent quality blade 6 to 7 grains with potentially the odd blemish or butterfly in the grain on the face. There maybe some blemishes, pin knots or “speck” visible.
GRADE 3
The most extensively used grade of blade which offers excellent value for money. This grade will have around 5 grains on the face that may not be that straight and there is likely to be some specks or butterfly marks on the grains on the face of the bat.
GRADE 4
Usually over half of the blade may have a discoloured area but the product playability should not be affected. There are often only 4 grains and there are more butterfly stains and marks on the face of the bat.
Elliott –
These bats are amazing, they look the part and get the done done, I scored my 1st Ton with one