{"product_id":"gray-nicolls-steel-english-willow-cricket-bat","title":"Gray Nicolls Steel English Willow Cricket Bat - Short Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGray Nicolls Steel English Willow Cricket Bat\u003c\/strong\u003e is a balanced all-round bat with a clean natural blade and a modern ACCU-DRIVE flat face. Its mid profile, even bow and large edges are designed to deliver a responsive feel without making the pickup cumbersome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish willow construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural blade finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMid profile with an even bow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight pickup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eACCU-DRIVE flat face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraction grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-length bat cover included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Suited For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA versatile option for technically sound batters who want a balanced profile for scoring all around the ground with a responsive, controlled face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize \u0026amp; Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSenior Short Handle model. The Steel is typically listed around 2 lb 8 oz to 2 lb 11 oz; select the exact weight variant that matches your pickup preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Steel English willow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This is the English willow version of the Gray Nicolls Steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the ACCU-DRIVE face?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is Gray Nicolls' flatter face profile, designed to provide a controlled and responsive striking surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it include a cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, a full-length bat cover is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need knocking in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe natural English willow blade should be properly prepared before match use. Inspect the face and edges and follow normal English willow knocking-in and care guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gray Nicolls","offers":[{"title":"SH \/ 2 lb 8 oz","offer_id":67843092971841,"sku":"GA5NQ3UQUR","price":594.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SH \/ 2 lb 9 oz","offer_id":67843093004609,"sku":"GAF7CHXADX","price":594.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SH \/ 2 lb 10 oz","offer_id":67843093037377,"sku":"GACGP3LTNV","price":594.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SH \/ 2 lb 11 oz","offer_id":67843093070145,"sku":"GA45KECQ76","price":594.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1348\/4519\/files\/upload-1791540555839.jpg?v=1791540557","url":"https:\/\/www.nzcricketstore.com\/products\/gray-nicolls-steel-english-willow-cricket-bat","provider":"NZ Cricket Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}