{"product_id":"dsc-rs-040-english-willow-cricket-bat","title":"DSC RS 040 English Willow Cricket Bat","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDSC RS 040: English willow in an adult Short Handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DSC RS 040 combines Grade 3 English willow with the distinctive RS profile: an extended power zone, pronounced bow and duckbill toe. It is an option for club cricketers seeking a full-size English willow bat without moving to the higher-priced RS models. This listing is for the adult Short Handle version.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProfile and handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade 3 English willow:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural willow selected to DSC's grading specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended power zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e a substantial hitting area through the blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePronounced bow and duckbill toe:\u003c\/strong\u003e the characteristic RS shaping, with timber distribution designed around its pickup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRound nine-piece treble-spring handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with a textured Hex grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand and model: DSC RS 040.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWillow: English willow, Grade 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: adult Short Handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer's indicative adult weight: approximately 1160–1180 g. Individual bats vary; this is not a guaranteed weight for the bat supplied.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied as one cricket bat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoosing and preparing your bat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose by comfortable pickup and fit, not willow grade alone. Grain count, colour and cosmetic markings vary naturally and the photographs illustrate the model rather than a guaranteed individual blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArrange appropriate oiling and knocking-in before hard-ball use. A factory finish does not mean a bat is ready for full-speed match play. Build up practice gradually, protect the toe from moisture, and allow a damp bat to dry naturally away from direct heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a junior bat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This listing is adult Short Handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the RS 040 the same as RS 060 or RS 080?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a separate RS model with Grade 3 willow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I request a particular weight?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContact us before ordering so we can check available individual bats rather than promise a specific weight from a stock photograph.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DSC","offers":[{"title":"Short Handle","offer_id":67602073747777,"sku":"8909178019963","price":629.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1348\/4519\/files\/DSC_RS_040_English_Willow_Cricket_Bat_Size_SH_Composite_View.webp?v=1790804070","url":"https:\/\/www.nzcricketstore.com\/products\/dsc-rs-040-english-willow-cricket-bat","provider":"NZ Cricket Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}