SF Stanford Magnum Xtreme English Willow Cricket Bat – Grade 3 EW with Mid-Blade Swell

The SF Stanford Magnum Xtreme English Willow Cricket Bat is a hand-crafted Grade 3 English willow bat with a mid-blade swell that delivers a sustained sweet spot across the blade — built by Stanford Cricket's experienced craftsmen for cricketers who want real English willow ping, generous edges, and outstanding pickup at a mid-premium price point.

Why Cricketers Pick the Magnum Xtreme

• Grade 3 English Willow — Genuine English willow with the ping, feel and cricketing character that Kashmir willow can't match. Real willow performance without stepping into players-grade pricing.
• Mid-Blade Swell for All-Style Players — Mid-blade swell position sustains the sweet spot across the length of the blade — versatile for front-foot drivers, back-foot cutters, and pull-shot players alike.
• Innovative Shaping for Outstanding Pickup — Modern shaping distributes mass for balanced pickup and confident bat speed through the line.
• Hand-Crafted by Experienced Craftsmen — Stanford Cricket's Meerut workshop has been hand-crafting bats since 1972. Every Magnum Xtreme is shaped and finished by hand — not machine-batched.
• Generous Edges with Optimum Performance — Thick generous edges deliver optimum performance across the sweet spot — turns edges into runs on both sides of the wicket.
• Power Packed with Great Balance — Engineered to deliver superior power and control — the balance you want for driving through the line and clearing the boundary.
• Full-Length Padded Bat Cover Included — Comes with a premium full-length padded bat cover with adjustable straps — protects the bat from day one.
• Sits Mid-Range in the SF Magnum Line — Magnum Icon → Magnum Xtreme → Magnum Ultimate. The Xtreme is the sweet-spot pick in the range.

Built for the All-Style Senior Cricketer

The Magnum Xtreme's mid-blade swell is what makes it a genuinely versatile bat — the sweet spot isn't loaded to the toe (which favours pure hitters) or up in the shoulder (which favours defenders and wristy players) but instead spreads across the middle of the blade. If you play all formats, drive as often as you pull, and want a single bat that handles the full range of shot-making — the Xtreme is Stanford's answer.

Specifications

SF Magnum Range — Where the Xtreme Sits

The SF Magnum series steps up in three tiers:

• SF Magnum Icon — Entry tier of the Magnum range.
• SF Magnum Xtreme (this bat) — Mid tier — Grade 3 English willow, mid-blade swell, generous edges. The versatile all-format sweet-spot pick.
• SF Magnum Ultimate — Top tier of the Magnum range.

Care Instructions

• Additional knocking-in is recommended before first match use — book the MCG Sports Cricket Bat Knocking & Preparation Service at checkout for a match-ready bat.
• Lightly oil the face with raw linseed oil — 2–3 light coats, 24 hours apart, before the first session.
• Store in the included full-length padded bat cover when not in use.
• Keep in a cool, dry place; never leave in a hot car or in direct sunlight.
• Avoid use on saturated wet pitches or with cheap synthetic balls.
• Consider toe guard application for added longevity — available as an add-on service.

Who It's For

All-format senior cricketers who want genuine English willow feel and a versatile mid-blade sweet spot at a mid-premium price. Club premier league players, senior grade all-rounders, first-grade middle-orders — anyone who values a hand-crafted bat that suits front and back foot play equally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stanford Cricket the same as SF?
Yes — SF is the brand name used by Stanford Cricket, based in Meerut, India. Stanford Cricket Industries has been manufacturing cricket bats to a very high standard since 1972.

What does "mid-blade swell" actually mean?
It refers to where the thickest part of the bat's spine sits. Mid-blade swell puts the sweet spot in the middle of the blade rather than loaded to the toe or up in the shoulder. Result: a versatile sweet spot that plays cleanly for drives, cuts, pulls and hooks — good for all-style players.

Grade 3 English willow — is that good enough?
Grade 3 English willow is a mid-premium tier: real English willow character, hand-selected for playing performance rather than cosmetic grain count. The playing difference vs Grade 1 is far smaller than the price difference — Grade 3 gives you genuine EW ping without the players-grade cost.

Which weight should I pick — Light or Medium?
Light Weight (2lb 7oz – 2lb 9oz) suits players prioritising bat speed and wrist play. Medium Weight (2lb 10oz – 2lb 12oz) gives more bat presence at impact for hitting through the line. Most senior cricketers pick Medium.

Does it come pre-knocked?
The bat is pre-prepared but benefits from additional knocking-in before first match use. Add the MCG Sports Knocking & Preparation Service at checkout for a fully match-ready bat.

Is the cover really included?
Yes — a full-length padded bat cover with adjustable straps is included as standard.

Package Contents

1 × SF Stanford Magnum Xtreme English Willow Cricket Bat (in selected weight) with pre-fitted grip and full-length padded bat cover