Dutch Willow vs English Willow: Which Cricket Bat Is Right for You?

Dutch Willow vs English willow: which cricket bat should you choose? Here is a straight comparison, and why English willow is the better performance bat.

Quick answer

English willow (Salix alba caerulea) is the traditional performance willow used in the world's best bats: light, responsive and with a clean ping. Dutch Willow is European willow grown in the Netherlands, a newer and more budget-focused option. For performance, English willow wins. JPGavan handcraft English willow bats in Sydney.

Dutch Willow vs English willow at a glance

Feature English willow Dutch Willow
Source Salix alba caerulea, the traditional bat willow European willow grown in the Netherlands
Feel Light, responsive, clean ping Firmer, value-focused
Performance Used in the world's best bats Newer to the market
Best for Players who want performance and feel Players on a tight budget
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Does willow type change performance?

Willow matters, and so does the making. English willow gives you the lightest, most responsive blade, but how a bat is graded, pressed and shaped matters just as much. A hand-made English willow bat, shaped for you, is the biggest upgrade most players can make.

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Pre-made bats are in stock and ship straight away. Custom bats are hand-built in around two weeks. Every JPGavan bat is prepared and delivered Australia-wide, ready to play.

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Why players buy from JPGavan

Fast, tracked deliveryIn-stock bats ship straight away and custom builds take about two weeks. Tracked delivery, Australia-wide.
Handmade in Sydney since 2012A real workshop crafting and repairing bats for 14 years, trusted by club and grade players.
Talk to the makerPersonal advice on willow, weight and pickup, so you end up with the right bat for your game.
What you see is what you getEvery bat is photographed and prepared, so you receive the exact bat, ready to play.
Repairs and servicing in-houseWe look after your bat for the long run, so it lasts season after season.
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Frequently asked questions

Is English willow better than Dutch Willow?

For performance, yes. It is lighter, more responsive and used in the world's best bats.

Is Dutch Willow cheaper?

Usually, yes, it is a value option. JPGavan English willow bats start from $499 AUD and are ready to deliver.

How quickly can I get a JPGavan bat?

Pre-made bats ship straight away and custom bats take about two weeks. Shop pre-made, go custom, or see the English willow alternative in Australia.