Description
SS Heinrich Klaasen Grade 1 English Willow Cricket Bat – Players Edition
~ Built for the players who clear the ropes from ball one.
Heinrich Klaasen built his reputation as one of the most destructive middle-order hitters in the world game, and this is the bat range that carries his name. Grade 1 English willow, a players-grade cleft and a modern concave profile give you a wide middle and the pick-up to swing hard late in an innings. It is a bat for the batter whose job is to change the rate, not hold an end.
Why Players Choose the Heinrich Klaasen Players Edition
Grade 1 English Willow
The top commercial grade, selected for clean straight grain and minimal blemish. Grade 1 clefts respond faster out of the wrapper and hold their rebound longer than lower grades.
Players-Grade Selection
Players Edition clefts are picked ahead of standard retail stock, so grain count and cleft weight are tighter than the same model in a mass-market run.
Concave Profile, Cane Handle
Concave edges move mass into the hitting zone, widening the sweet spot without adding pick-up weight. Cane handle with a high-tack grip, supplied with a protective cover.
Key Technical Specifications
- Willow Type: English Willow
- Grade: Grade 1
- Range: Players Edition
- Handle: Short Handle, cane with rubber grip
- Weight: select Light or Medium above
- Edges: Concave
- Toe: Rounded
- Ball Type: Leather / hard ball
- Condition: New, requires knocking-in before match use
- Included: Protective bat cover
Who Is This For?
The Heinrich Klaasen Players Edition is ideal for:
- Middle-order power hitters in T20 and limited-overs cricket
- Club and league cricketers who want professional-grade willow without a custom order
- Academy and representative players stepping up from a standard retail bat
Brand Authority: Why SS?
Sareen Sports has made cricket bats in Meerut since 1969 and keeps a continuous international player roster. Every bat we list is sourced through SS’s authorised supply chain and ships from our own US warehouse.
Size Guide: How to choose the perfect sized bat for you
Complete Your Kit
Pair this with Batting Gloves and Batting Pads. Browse all Adult English Willow Cricket Bats.
Check out Bat Accessories here.
Why Buy From TopCricketStore?
Shipped fast directly from our warehouse in Edison, NJ, USA. Spend over $100 and shipping is on us.
All product photos shown are actual inventory images of bats currently in stock.
FAQ Section
Q1: What grade of willow is this bat made from? Grade 1 English willow — the top commercial grade, selected for straight, evenly spaced grain and minimal blemish.
Q2: Does it come pre-knocked, or do I need to knock it in? It ships raw, like almost all English willow bats, and needs knocking-in before match use to compress the fibres and reduce the risk of cracking.
Q3: What weights are available? Light (2lbs 7oz – 2lbs 8oz) and Medium (2lbs 9oz – 2lbs 10oz). Stock varies by weight.
Q4: How is a Players Edition different from a standard retail bat? Players Edition clefts are selected ahead of standard retail stock and shaped closer to the profile the named player uses — tighter grain selection and a more performance-oriented shape.
Q5: Is the Short Handle size right for me? Short Handle suits most adult players of average to tall height. Check the size guide above against your own height and reach.
Q6: Does TopCricketStore ship this within the USA? Yes, from our Edison, NJ warehouse to addresses nationwide, with free shipping on orders over $100.
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