Description
EM 360 No. 17 AB de Villiers Harrow Youth English Willow Cricket Bat
Play the 360-Degree Game. The Ultimate Junior Weapon. Equip your young cricketer with the bat of a champion. The EM 360 No. 17 AB de Villiers Youth English Willow Cricket Bat is crafted for elite youth performance, delivering the exact signature profile favored by the legendary "Mr. 360" himself.
Master the "360-degree" game with the EM 360 No. 17, a signature series bat designed for elite junior cricketers. Crafted to the exact profile specifications used by AB de Villiers, this bat is engineered to help youth players transition from plastic or low-grade wood to professional-standard equipment.
Hand-selected from premium Grade 1 English Willow, this bat scales down professional-level power into a size and weight perfect for junior players. Featuring a feather-light pickup and massive edges, it empowers young batters to play audacious shots with supreme confidence and legendary precision.
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Elite Power-to-Weight: Hand-selected Grade 1 English Willow ensures a massive sweet spot while maintaining a feather-light pickup (1lb 11oz - 2lbs 5oz), ideal for players aged 9–12.
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Signature Pro Profile: Features the classic mid-to-low sweet spot favored by "Mr. 360," allowing for effortless power in both traditional drives and creative ramp shots.
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Youth-Specific Ergonomics: A high-quality semi-oval Sarawak cane handle provides maximum shock absorption for smaller hands, reducing vibration on off-center hits.
Key Features & Specifications:
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Willow Grade: Premium Grade 1 English Willow for exceptional ping and flawless performance.
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Signature Profile: Modeled after AB de Villiers' exact specs, featuring a mid-to-low sweet spot perfect for all-around stroke play.
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Handle: High-quality semi-oval handle designed for smaller hands, offering maximum shock absorption and stability.
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Weight Profile: Perfectly balanced at 1lb 11oz to 2lbs 5oz, ensuring a light pickup for growing players.
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Authenticity: All photos shown are actual, live images of the Size 4,5, and 6 bats currently in stock.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this a heavy bat for a junior player?
No, this bat is specifically engineered with a feather-light pickup. Weighing between 1lb 11oz and 2lbs, the AB de Villiers signature profile balances the weight perfectly, allowing young batters to generate fast bat speed without compromising on the thickness of the edges.
Does this Grade 1 English Willow bat require knocking in?
Yes. Despite being a junior bat, it is crafted from genuine, high-quality Grade 1 English Willow. It will require a full knocking-in process with a bat mallet and light oiling to protect the fibers before it is used against a new, hard leather cricket ball.
All photos shown are Actual Inventory Images of bats currently in stock.
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