{"product_id":"new-balance-heritage-500i-english-willow-cricket-bat","title":"New Balance Heritage 500i English Willow Cricket Bat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe New Balance Heritage 500i English Willow Cricket Bat\u003c\/strong\u003e is an adult Short Handle option with traditional shaping, a round cane handle and understated Heritage graphics. A padded full-length cover is included for storage and transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish willow construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e traditionally shaped and pressed for cricket use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace and finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e grain-tape face with a willow-coloured painted back. The covering is not a representation of the underlying natural grain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRound cane handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e a familiar shape for grip and bat control, with cork inserts in the handle construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,170–1,250 g according to the supplier. Individual bats vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e one adult Short Handle bat and a padded full-length bat cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoosing your bat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Heritage 500i offers traditional styling and an English willow blade in adult Short Handle. Choose a size and pickup you can control comfortably. Contact NZ Cricket Store before ordering for help selecting an individual bat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this English willow or Kashmir willow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the English willow Heritage 500i model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the face bare, natural willow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The manufacturer's specification identifies a grain-tape face. The back has a willow-coloured painted finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing has one size: adult Short Handle (SH). Junior sizes are not included. Contact us before ordering for help with sizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I choose the exact weight or see the actual bat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAsk NZ Cricket Store before ordering. We can request current-stock details and photos; a particular weight or appearance is not guaranteed until confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre these photos of the individual bat I will receive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. They are manufacturer model photographs. Grip colour, graphic details and natural timber appearance can vary between production batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need knocking in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the maker's preparation guidance and arrange any additional preparation before use. It should not be assumed to be match-ready. Do not oil a covered face without appropriate guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs a cover included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, a padded full-length bat cover is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen will it arrive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the fulfilment and delivery estimates displayed on this product page. Additional bat-preparation services can extend the dispatch time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho helps with a problem after purchase?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eContact NZ Cricket Store with your order number, a description of the issue and clear photos. Our shipping and returns information is available through the store policy links.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore the range\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/new-balance-cricket-bats\"\u003eNew Balance cricket bats\u003c\/a\u003e or browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cricket-bats\"\u003efull cricket bat range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Balance","offers":[{"title":"Short Handle","offer_id":67602590662977,"sku":"198689012022","price":399.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1348\/4519\/files\/new-balance-heritage-500i-cricket-bat-short-handle.jpg?v=1790818016","url":"https:\/\/www.nzcricketstore.com\/products\/new-balance-heritage-500i-english-willow-cricket-bat","provider":"NZ Cricket Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}