{"product_id":"dsc-blak-500-english-willow-cricket-bat","title":"DSC Blak 500 English Willow Cricket Bat","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe DSC Blak 500 English Willow Cricket Bat is a Grade 1+ senior bat with a curved blade, mid-to-low profile and substantial edges through the drive zone. DSC pairs the traditional blade shape with a treble-spring handle and Hex grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade 1+ natural English willow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurved blade with a mid-to-low profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional shaping and substantial drive-zone edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreble-spring handle for shock absorption and strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound handle with Hex grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer adult weight guide: 1160–1200 g; individual bats vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Suited For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSenior players wanting a premium bat with a strong driving profile and traditional pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSize \u0026amp; Fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for Adult Short Handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat willow grade is used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDSC specifies Grade 1+ natural English willow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat profile does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Blak 500 uses a mid-to-low profile and curved blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat handle does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt uses a round treble-spring handle with DSC Hex grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill every bat look identical?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Grain structure, colour and finished weight naturally vary between English willow bats.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DSC","offers":[{"title":"Short Handle","offer_id":67596156043585,"sku":"8904223280909","price":1129.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1348\/4519\/files\/dsc-blak-500-front_b0ded710-c8f2-4334-9ce1-ee60e85b2171.jpg?v=1790674987","url":"https:\/\/www.nzcricketstore.com\/products\/dsc-blak-500-english-willow-cricket-bat","provider":"NZ Cricket Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}