SS Devils (Blue) Kashmir Willow Cricket Bat – Short Handle
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Estimated delivery: Jun 08 - Jun 12
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Product Details
Product Details
Key Features
- Premium Grade 2 Kashmir Willow — High-grade Kashmir willow with reliable ping and a long working life.
- Air-Dried Willow — Slow air-drying retains fibre flexibility for stronger rebound.
- Latest Shape with Massive Concave — SS's signature T20 power-hitting profile.
- HUGE Edges — Oversized drive-zone edges for an extra-generous sweet spot.
- Designed to World Top Players' Specs — Crafted around the spec sheets pro batters trust.
- Embossed Chrome Sticker — Striking SS Devils Blue branding with a premium chrome finish.
- High-Quality Grip — Pre-fitted premium grip for confident handling.
- Wide Play Area, Clean Bat Face — Generous strike zone for confident strokeplay.
- Premium SS Portable Bat Cover Included — Protect your bat in transit.
- Bold Blue Colourway — Distinctive Devils Blue aesthetic — pairs perfectly with coloured kit.
Built for T20 Power-Hitting on a Smart Budget
The Devils Blue Kashmir is the affordable entry into the SS Devils T20 series. Same hard-hitting shape, same massive concave edges, same Devils branding — built in Kashmir willow instead of English willow for cricketers who want explosive performance at a club-level price point. Ideal for batters stepping up from Kashmir willow basics, training, or as a great-value match bat for white-ball cricket.
Specifications
| Willow | Premium Grade 2 Kashmir Willow |
|---|---|
| Weight Range | 2lbs 8oz – 2lbs 10oz (1140 – 1200 g) |
| Profile | Latest SS Devils profile with massive concave edges |
| Sweet Spot | Mid to low |
| Pickup | Balanced |
| Handle | Premium semi-oval cane handle |
| Grip | High-quality rubber grip (pre-fitted) |
| Face | Wide, clean bat face |
| Toe | Standard toe |
| Blade Length | 555 mm (Short Handle) |
| Edges | HUGE — oversized drive zone |
| Preparation | Air-dried, hand-pressed by SS master batmakers |
| Includes | 1 × Bat + 1 × Premium SS Portable Bat Cover |
Who It's For
Designed for club, school, college, weekend league and recreational cricketers who want SS Devils T20 power-hitting performance at a value Kashmir willow price. Ideal for batters stepping up from basic Kashmir bats, T20 power-hitters playing club cricket, and any cricketer who wants the SS Devils look and feel in a striking blue finish.
Devils Blue vs Devils Red — Which Should You Pick?
Both Devils Kashmir bats share the exact same Grade 2 willow, shape, edges and specs — the only difference is the colourway:
Devils Blue (this bat): Bold blue Devils sticker — distinctive on coloured kit, popular with white-ball cricketers.
Devils Red: Classic red Devils sticker — pairs with traditional whites and a wider range of kits.
Kashmir vs English Willow — Which Should You Pick?
Kashmir Willow (this bat): Heavier, denser, more durable. Best for: tennis-ball cricket, training, club nets, weekend cricket, white-ball matches, and cricketers who want a long-lasting value bat.
English Willow: Lighter, cleaner ping, professional feel. SS offers Devils in English Willow at a higher price point for first-grade and above cricketers.
Care & Knock-In Instructions
- Knock In: Kashmir willow needs less knock-in than English willow — 3–4 hours of progressive mallet work is recommended before match use.
- Oil: Apply 1–2 thin coats of raw linseed oil to the face, edges and toe (avoid splice and stickers).
- Use: Quality leather or tennis cricket balls. Kashmir willow handles tennis-ball cricket well.
- Storage: Cool, dry place — keep in the supplied SS cover.
- Toe Care: Apply a toe guard for extra protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Kashmir willow instead of English willow?
Kashmir willow is denser, heavier, and far more durable. It's also significantly cheaper. It's the right choice for club cricket, training, tennis-ball matches, weekend league play, and any cricketer who doesn't need professional-tier ping.
Does this bat need knocking-in?
Less than English willow. We recommend 3–4 hours of progressive mallet work plus 1–2 thin coats of linseed oil before your first match.
Is the bat cover included?
Yes — the bat ships with a premium SS portable bat cover.
What batting style does the Devils Blue Kashmir suit?
The latest SS Devils profile with massive concave edges suits aggressive, T20 power-hitting strokeplay — perfect for white-ball cricket and confident strokemakers.
Is the Blue different from the Red apart from the colour?
No — same willow grade, same shape, same edges, same specs. Pure aesthetic choice based on your kit colours and personal preference.
Package Contents
1 × SS Devils (Blue) Kashmir Willow Cricket Bat (Short Handle) + 1 × Premium SS Portable Bat Cover
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