JPGavan Featherblade custom cricket bat

Players Grade English Willow · Custom made in Sydney

JPGavan FeatherbladeCustom Made Cricket Bat

5.0 stars from 42 reviews

$1,749

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The rarest and best performing willow we offer.

Players Grade English Willow, selected on weight and performance rather than looks. Less density in the willow means more power in the bat.

  • The rarest willow we offer, and the best performing
  • Players Grade English Willow, selected on weight and performance rather than looks
  • Less density in the willow means more power in the bat
  • What professional cricketers ask for
  • Extremely limited availability, we can only make a small number each season
  • Handcrafted in Sydney to your specs

Pick your stickers, grip, size, weight and sweetspot in the builder below.

Custom bats take up to 2 weeks.

Perfect Bat Guarantee

If your bat doesn't feel quite right, we'll reshape it free within 30 days. Weight, shape and handle, adjusted by the same hands that made it. You only cover postage.

Compare the five grades

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MID MIDDLE SIDE PROFILE toe →
BAT PROFILE, FROM THE TOE SEMI CONCAVED
BOTTOM THIRD, FRONT ON ROUND TOE
HANDLE CROSS-SECTION ROUND SEMI OVAL OVAL SEMI OVAL, STANDARD

$699Test willowTest, Short Handle, 2lb 8oz
Test, Short Handle, 2lb 8oz

Custom bat builder

Build your Featherblade

Pick your stickers, grip, size and weight and watch the bat change. Handmade in our Sydney workshop. Custom bats take up to 2 weeks.

Handmade to order in Sydney. Custom bats take up to 2 weeks. Delivered to your door, or pick up from JPG HQ in Sydney. Questions? +61 451 293 028 or Orders@JPGavan.com.au.

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What Happens After You Order

Every bat is handcrafted to your exact specifications. Here's how we bring your custom bat to life.

1

Place Your Order

Complete your order and tell us your preferred specifications, including weight, profile, handle shape and pickup.

2

Your Willow Is Hand Selected

We carefully review your specifications and personally select the willow that best matches your requirements, or grab the one you've picked

3

Your Willow Is Pressed & Prepared

The willow is expertly pressed, the handle is fitted, and the foundation for your bat is prepared.

4

Your Bat Is Handcrafted

Your bat is individually shaped, balanced, finished and prepared by hand, with every detail refined to your specifications.

5

Packed & Shipped

Once complete, your bat is carefully packed and dispatched. You'll receive a tracking number by email so you can follow its journey to your door.

Want to Watch Your Bat Being Made?

Book a custom bat-making session at JPG HQ and watch your bat being handcrafted from start to finish. Over 90 minutes, you'll work directly with Josh to select your willow, discuss your specifications, and watch every stage of the process. You can leave with your custom bat the same day.

Questions before ordering?

Not sure about weight, shape, handle, pickup or which willow to choose? Speak directly with the team before ordering.

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Bat Size Guide

Choosing the right bat size is the first step to finding a bat you'll enjoy using. While height is the best place to start, your batting style and personal preference also play an important role.
Height Bat Size Approx. Length
Under 145cm Size 4 745mm
145–150cm Size 5 770mm
150–165cm Size 6 790mm
165–173cm Harrow 805mm
170–180cm Small Mens (SM) 835mm
175–183cm Short Blade (SB) 840mm
173–188cm Short Handle (SH) 850mm
Over 188cm Long Blade (LB) 865mm
Over 195cm Long Blade+ / Long Handle (LB+ / LH) 880mm
Height: Under 145cm
Bat Size: Size 4
Approx. Length: 745mm
Height: 145–150cm
Bat Size: Size 5
Approx. Length: 770mm
Height: 150–165cm
Bat Size: Size 6
Approx. Length: 790mm
Height: 165–173cm
Bat Size: Harrow
Approx. Length: 805mm
Height: 170–180cm
Bat Size: Small Mens (SM)
Approx. Length: 835mm
Height: 175–183cm
Bat Size: Short Blade (SB)
Approx. Length: 840mm
Height: 173–188cm
Bat Size: Short Handle (SH)
Approx. Length: 850mm
Height: Over 188cm
Bat Size: Long Blade (LB)
Approx. Length: 865mm
Height: Over 195cm
Bat Size: Long Blade+ / Long Handle (LB+ / LH)
Approx. Length: 880mm

Adult Bat Sizes Explained

Short Handle (SH)

The standard adult size and the most popular choice for most players.

Short Blade (SB)

A great option for players who prefer a slightly shorter overall bat while keeping a full-length handle.

Long Blade (LB)

Designed for taller players who want additional blade length while maintaining excellent pickup.

Small Mens (SM)

Perfect for shorter adults, teenagers and many female players seeking greater control and comfort.

Choosing the Right Bat

Height is a great starting point, but the right bat also depends on your preferred pickup, batting style and personal feel. Every player is different, and the best bat is the one that feels comfortable and inspires confidence at the crease.

Still Unsure?

If you're unsure which size is right for you, get in touch before ordering. We're happy to recommend the best size and shape based on your height, playing style and preferences.

Featherblade custom bat, common questions

How long will my custom bat take?+

Current lead time is 2 weeks from order to dispatch. We'll keep you updated along the way, and you'll get tracking as soon as it ships.

How do I choose my willow?+

Scroll up to the Choose your cleft step in the builder and tap the willow you love. It's added alongside your bat at no extra cost. Prefer us to pick for you? Leave it on Bat maker's pick.

What specs can I choose?+

Weight, shape, profile, handle and more. Everything is selected right on this page before you add to cart. If you're unsure, order anyway and we'll talk it through.

What if the bat doesn't feel right?+

Our Perfect Bat Guarantee has you covered: we'll reshape it free of charge within 30 days, you only cover shipping.

Can I watch my bat being made?+

Absolutely. Book the Bat Making Experience at JPG HQ in Rydalmere. Over about 90 minutes you'll work with Josh at the bench and can take your bat home the same day.

Compare our willow grades

Performance (G3) Test (G2) Limited Edition (G1) Professional Plus (G1+) Featherblade (Players)
The willow Grade 3 English Willow with natural marks and sometimes messy grain structure, which can occasionally show up in how the bat plays. Grade 2 English Willow with natural marks on the face that don't affect how it plays. Grade 1 English Willow with 6 to 9 clean, straight grains on a bright, even face. Grade 1+ English Willow with 10 or more perfect grains, dead straight and evenly spaced. The best looking willow we offer. Players Grade English Willow, selected on weight and performance rather than looks. Less density in the willow means more power in the bat.
Graded on Looks, and the one grade where marks can affect performance Performance over looks Looks. Performance is unaffected Looks. Performance is unaffected Weight and performance, not grain
Handcrafted Individually handcrafted by the JPGavan Team Individually handcrafted by the JPGavan Team Individually handcrafted by the JPGavan Team Individually handcrafted by the JPGavan Team Individually handcrafted by the JPGavan Team
Availability Available year round Available year round Limited Extremely Limited Extremely Limited
Best Suited For A first proper handmade bat, or an extra custom net bat. Cricketers who want premium performance without paying for perfect willow. Cricketers who want a bat that looks the part and performs like it. Cricketers who want an ultra premium bat. Players who want the best performing bat we can make, and don't mind how it looks.
Performance (G3)
The willow
Grade 3 English Willow with natural marks and sometimes messy grain structure, which can occasionally show up in how the bat plays.
Graded on
Looks, and the one grade where marks can affect performance
Handcrafted
Individually handcrafted by the JPGavan Team
Availability
Available year round
Best Suited For
A first proper handmade bat, or an extra custom net bat.
Test (G2)
The willow
Grade 2 English Willow with natural marks on the face that don't affect how it plays.
Graded on
Performance over looks
Handcrafted
Individually handcrafted by the JPGavan Team
Availability
Available year round
Best Suited For
Cricketers who want premium performance without paying for perfect willow.
Limited Edition (G1)
The willow
Grade 1 English Willow with 6 to 9 clean, straight grains on a bright, even face.
Graded on
Looks. Performance is unaffected
Handcrafted
Individually handcrafted by the JPGavan Team
Availability
Limited
Best Suited For
Cricketers who want a bat that looks the part and performs like it.
Professional Plus (G1+)
The willow
Grade 1+ English Willow with 10 or more perfect grains, dead straight and evenly spaced. The best looking willow we offer.
Graded on
Looks. Performance is unaffected
Handcrafted
Individually handcrafted by the JPGavan Team
Availability
Extremely Limited
Best Suited For
Cricketers who want an ultra premium bat.
Featherblade (Players)
The willow
Players Grade English Willow, selected on weight and performance rather than looks. Less density in the willow means more power in the bat.
Graded on
Weight and performance, not grain
Handcrafted
Individually handcrafted by the JPGavan Team
Availability
Extremely Limited
Best Suited For
Players who want the best performing bat we can make, and don't mind how it looks.

What Makes Every JPGavan Bat Different?

Every JPGavan bat is individually handcrafted by the JPGavan team in Sydney using the same pressing, shaping, balancing and finishing process. The difference between each grade is the quality, appearance, density and rarity of the willow, not the craftsmanship. Whether you choose a Performance bat or a Featherblade, every bat receives the same care, attention to detail and commitment to performance.