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TOMAHAWK
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TOUR
BATS
• Highest quality, innovative convex bat especially selected from the finest English willow
• Weight distance spread to enhance edge preventing anti twist and increasing size of sweet spot
• Treble pressed bow increasing power and feel
• Beautifully balanced with individually shaped oval handle
• Available ONLY in SPS grade
• NEW - Also now available in XL with huge profile
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• ’New Look’ Newbery bat with the JN (John Newbery) logo
• Lengthened back spine extends sweet spot
• Dropped profile to extend hitting area
• Dropped nose at toe to enhance pick up and balance
• Oval Fish-Fin tapered handle lightens pick up and allows firmer top hand grip
• Available in SPS / Player and 5* with innovative Pro grain look. The face of the 5* pro-faced bats have had the addition of extra grains artificially added for aesthetic impression and not to enhance the performance or change the grade of the bat
THRUXTON
BATS
• Large profiled edges and enhanced Newbery middle, resulting in a remarkable pick-upand performance
• Incurves for greater profile allowing for light feel
• Diamond toe finish
• Bowed blade to create maximum performance
• Oval handle with black and white grip as standard, oiled, PKI with toe guard
• Available in all three Senior grades from 2.8ozs - PKI
TT
BATS
• Innovative and stylish bat shape made for ‘High Power & High Performance’ designed for both the One Day game and longer formats of game
• Shoulders removed from splice of bat, weight re-distributed to huge middle whilst retaining a balanced feel
• The combination of sloping shoulders and increased handle length allows additional flexibility to enhance bat speed and power
• The light balanced pick up, additional flexibility and enlarged middle result in a stylish bat, ideal for high impact cricket
• Now available in all three Senior grades
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BATS
KRAKATOA
BATS
• Big edges and large profile middle positioned slightly lower than standard for superb performance on slower, lower pitches
• Blade bowed for maximum performance
• Incurves for enhanced profile allowing light balanced feel
• Oval handle with red grip
• Available in three Senior grades from 2.8ozs - Hammer-Edged
• Beautifully styled, pro shaped bat with a large sweet spot - the design influenced by the requirements of many of the world’s finest batsmen
• Huge edges and the weight positioned in the middle of the blade giving all-round performance
• Oval handle with purple and white grip
• The weights vary from 2.7ozs up to 3lb (when available willow allows)
• Available in all three Senior grades (Hammer-Edge optional)
• NEW stylish graphics/design
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• Innovative concept with design origins developed from T20 cricket but now used extensively in all formats of the game due to its playing performance, feel and pickup
• The unique design allows for an enormous amount of wood in the profile by reducing the length of the blade and increasing the length of the handle which results in a standard length bat with superb feel
• The Uzi increases power and performance by combining an enormous profile with the longer Fish-Fin handle which generates additional flex – with orange grip
• Hand-crafted from especially selected home grown willow – SPS Version
• Hammer-Edged as standard, (oiled, PKI, toe guarded, Hammer-Edge sheet fitted)
• Available in three Senior grades from 2.8ozs
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BATS
UZI
BATS
• Big edges and large profile middle positioned slightly lower than standard for superb performance on slower, lower pitches
• Blade bowed for maximum performance
• Incurves for enhanced profile allowing light balanced feel
• Oval handle with red grip
• Available in three Senior grades from 2.9ozs Hammer-Edged• Newberys iconic, hand-crafted bat from specially selected home grown English willow
• Classical English bat shape with weight evenly distributed to ensure superb feel and pick-up
• Huge profile in the hitting area thus ensuring a ‘serious’ performance based product, now with subtle bow for additional power
• Oval handle with yellow grip
• Senior bats available with Hammer-Edge option whilst Junior bats are Hammer-Edge as standard
• Available in all three Senior grades from 2.7ozs - Hammer-Edge optional
CHIC
BATS
• The CHIC is the first bat specifically designed for female cricketers, made of light top grade willow sized between a full size and Harrow bat. The slightly reduced size and thinner handle allows for perfect weight and balance whilst retaining a large and powerful middle
• Unique high performance bat, handcrafted for maximum performance and perfect balance
• Reduced length and width of blade allows for extra wood in profile but retaining light weight and feel
• Slim handle for improved grip and performance
• Hammer-Edged as standard, PKI with toe guard and Hammer-Edge fitted
• Available in sizes 3-Harrow and full size
7EVEN
BATS
• NEW bat aimed at the talented young player made from light top graded willow specifically sized between Harrow and short handle with ultra light feel and balance
• Player graded high performance bat designed to the stylish GT specification
• Slightly reduced blade size allows for large profile and retains a light balanced feel
• Slim oval handle
• Hammer-Edged as standard, PKI with toe guard
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CHIC JUNIOR
• Unique, high performance bat specially designed for female cricketers
• Chosen from light willow, bat hand-crafted for balance and performance
• Light in weight but profile retained to maximise performance
• Subtle bow for additional power
• Hammer-Edge as standard
• Available in sizes 3-Harrow
TT JUNIOR
• Innovative and stylish new shape for Junior level
• Shoulders removed and weight re-distributed to enhance middle whilst retaining balance
• Sloping shoulder allows increased flexibility to handle for greater power and bat speed
• A balanced and light pick up, additional flexibility and enhanced middle is perfect for high impact forms of cricket
• Available in SPS & Player grades Sizes 4-Harrow
MJOLNIR JUNIOR
• Iconic Newbery bat, hand-crafted from especially selected home grown willow
• Classical English bat shape with weight evenly distributed to ensure superb feel and pick-up
• Huge profile in the hitting area thus ensuring a ‘serious’ performance based product, now with subtle bow for additional power
• Oval handle with yellow grip
• Junior bats are Hammer-Edged as standard
• Only available in SPS grade - Sizes 3-Harrow
KRAKATOA MAGMA JUNIOR
• High quality KW bat, well balanced and great value
• Full Krakatoa design with flame and yellow handle
• Available in sizes 0-Harrow
KRAKATOA JUNIOR
• Beautifully balanced high performance Junior bat hand crafted from selected English Willow with updated graphics
• Shaped with traditional sweet spot but retaining large edges
• Bowed blade for maximised performance
• Weight evenly distributed to maintain light balance and pick-up
• Available in SPS / Player and 5*
• Hammer-Edge as standard
• Available in sizes 3-Harrow
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TOUR JUNIOR
• Flagship SPS only bat made to finest specification with highest quality willow
• Innovative convex shape
• Weight distance spread to enhanced edge preventing anti twist and increased size of sweet spot
• Specially pressed for increased power and feel
• Subject to availability. Sizes 4-Harrow
TOMAHAWK JUNIOR
• NEW look Newbery bat with the JN (John Newbery) logo
• Lengthened back spine extends sweet spot
• Dropped profile to extend hitting area
• Dropped nose at toe to enhance pick up and balance
• Available in SPS / Player
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GLOVES & LEG GUARDS GLOVES & LEG GUARDS
SPS 1 WHITE GLOVES
• Classic retro white hinge styled glove with advanced finger protection
• Highly durable Cougar Pittard reinforced palm
• Premium PU fingers with low density foam (low rebound)
• Extra soft-fill PU back
• Fibre protection above all fingers for extra protection whilst maintaining flexibility
• Unique perforated eyelets for extra flexibility
• Unique air-flow vents in thumbs
• Available in Youths/Mens/XOS
SPS 2 WHITE GLOVES
• NEW traditionally leather backed glove with advanced finger protection to the bottom hand
• Low-density foam (low rebound) with durable Cougar Pittard leather reinforced palm
• Soft-polymesh vents for improved air flow
• Soft-fill cotton lining for superb comfort
• Pre-shaped finger position for improved comfort and grip
• Available in Youths/Mens/XOS
TT GLOVES
• Stylish light split fingered glove
• Ultra light split knuckle design using low density foam
• Advanced technology fibre protection in fingers
• Diamond pearl English Pittard leather used in palm for ultimate feel and grip
• Available in Boys/Youths/Mens/XOS
SPS LEG GUARDS
• Classic retro white pad, light, comfortable with high spec protection
• Soft and light weight PU front with shaped leather instep
• New innovative inside top-hat for unobtrusive batting
• Cane front for unique low rebound
• Special knee socket with fibre socket for extra protection and comfort
• Contour side wing design for wrap around feel
• Leather instep
• Soft cushioned straps
• Available in Youths/Mens/XOS
TT LEG GUARDS
• High quality, ultra light, traditionally designed and shaped pad
• Constructed using finest PU with extra internal and knee protection
• Traditional cane protection using seven bar configured outer shell with new knee bolster design
• Stretchable PU used in back of pad to enhance comfort
• Available in Boys/Youths/Mens/XOS
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GT GLOVES
• High quality Pittards palm plastozade padded roll styled glove in a classy white/silver look
• High-density foam protection and rounded fibre nylon inserts to all finger sections reduce the area exposed to ball impact
• Polymesh vents in palm and gusset for improved air-flow
• Soft-fill cotton lining for superb comfort and LOVLON PU used in the fingers for flexibility
• Available in Youths/Mens/XOS
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• Ultra light split knuckled design
• Sheep skin palm for extra supple soft feel
• Premium PU fingers providing low density protection
• Extra soft-fill PU back for extra flexibility and comfort
• Unique air-flow vents
• Fibre protection above all fingers
• Available in Youths/Mens/XOS
GT LEG GUARDS
• Ultra-light merriskin PU fronted pad with leather instep
• Rounded high-density/low-rebound foam construction with seven-bar configuration outer shell and classic top-hat for unobtrusive batting and maximum protection
• Cushioned white straps for maximum comfort
• Newbery retro white and silver colour scheme
• Available in Youths/Mens/XOS
TOUR LEG GUARDS
• Premium lightweight PU front pad
• New wrap around side wing
• New knee socket with fibre socket for comfort and protection
• Unique inside padding for soft feel
• Soft cushioned straps for maximum comfort
• Available in Youths/Mens/XOS
LEG GUARDS
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TEST GLOVES
• Traditional (roll) style glove with high quality calf skin palm and PU finish
• Upgraded SPS quality protection on selectedbottom hand fingers
• Polymest vents in palms and gusset for improved air-flow
• Soft-fill cotton lining for superb comfort
• Available in Boys/Youths/Mens/XOS
COUNTY GLOVES
• Shark-Tooth design with additional calf skin palms and PU finish
• Lightweight high-density foam protection
• Finger protection inserts to selected bottom hand finger joints
• Improved side-bar protection
• Available in Boys/Youths/Mens/XOS
TEST LEG GUARDS
• Ultralite seven-bar high quality PU pad
• Combination high-density/low-rebound foam and cane protection
• Combination vertical and cross-hatch top-hat for unobtrusive comfort and maximum protection
• PU and mesh backing including new knee construction
• Cushioned top strap and leather ankle instep
• Available in Boys/Youths/Mens/XOS
COUNTY LEG GUARDS
• Traditionally styled pad with three external horizontal knee rolls with pintucks
• Lightweight premium PVC front
• Seven-bar combined Kapok and Cane protection
• Heavy duty PU instep
• Available in Boys/Youths/Mens/XOS
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KRAKATOA
GLOVES & LEG GUARDS
KRAKATOA GLOVES
• Lightweight split knuckle glove with upgraded foam protection
• Roll finger shaped and styled with calf leather palm and added side protection
• Soft cotton lining for superb comfort
• New retro colour with Krakatoa flame
• Available in Mini Boys/Small Boys/Boys/Youths/Mens
KRAKATOA LEG GUARDS
• Ultra lightweight ambidextrous leg guard
• Traditional foam and cane construction for excellent protection
• Maximum comfort padded inner with a superb weight : protection ratio
• Comfort straps
• Ambidextrous pad available in Mini Boys/Small Boys/Youths/Mens
WK GLOVES & LEG GUARDS
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• Highest quality, professionally designed and used classic white glove
• Pure Top Grade Aniline leather
• Uniquely designed soft sheep skin palm
• Fully leather lined with soft feel cuff
• Best quality octopus palm
• Available in Boys/Youths/Mens/XOS
TOUR WK GLOVES
• High quality clean white PU back glove with flexibility and feel
• Leather palmed, cotton lined
• Durable Ping Pong in palm
• Square cuff design
• Lightweight glove with ultra flexibility
• Available in Mini Boys/Small Boys/Boys/Youths/Mens
SPS WK LEG GUARDS
• Classic high quality lightweight pad with white retro look
• Soft and lightweight white PU front
• Four moulded bars in centre for protection and low rebound
• Unique wrap around side wings
• Lightweight construction for easy movement
• Soft cushioned straps for extra comfort and flexibility
• Available in Boys/Youths/Mens
CHAMOIS INNER GLOVE
• Chamois faced glove with padded cotton backing and elasticated wristband
• Available in Boys/Youths/Mens
TOUR WK LEG PADS
• Unique wrap around WK Pad
• Can be worn under trousers for both keeping and fielding
• Premium PU front
• Air flow mesh inside for soft feel
• Elasticated straps for easy release
• Very light in weight for easy mobility
• One Size
KRAKATOA LEG GUARDS
• Ultra lightweight ambidextrous leg guard
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ADDITIONAL PROTECTION + BALLS
AEGIS BATTING SHORTS
• Poly/Cotton with added Spandex to retain shape and flexibility
• Ambidextrous fit with double-sided pockets
• Elasticated waist with draw string
• Supplied with Thigh, Inner and Abdominal protective wear
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
GT ARM GUARD
• Shaped low-density (low rebound) foam construction
• PU covered, towelling backed with nylon insert for maximum protection
• Available in Small Boys/Boys/Youths/Mens
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COUNTY RED / RED & WHITE
• Grade A leather cricket ball
• Four layers of cork and wool with cork and rubber core
• Available in Red/Red-White 5 ½, 5 and 4 ¾ ozs
TEST SPECIAL
• Manufactured to the highest specifications
• Alum tanned leather covers, Grade A
• Layered cork/wool centre, Quartered construction
• 6 ply thread
• Bright Gold leaf printed
• Tallow wax dip finish
GT THIGH GUARD
• Super lightweight pro quality, high tech
• High density, low rebound pad
• Extra insert for maximum protective performance
• Towelling backed with comfort straps
• Available in Small Boys/Boys/Youths/Mens
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ABDOMINAL GUARD
• Ergonomically designed to fit body shape
• Available in Boys/Youths/Mens
CASUAL CLOTHING
C21 POLO SHIRT
• Cotton PK Navy body with neutral microfibre panel• Navy ribbed collar and sleeve• 3 button placket • Available in SB/B/Y/S/
M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
SPS SHORT
• Navy blue microfibre training short withpoly-mesh lining
• Twin pockets, elasticated waist, drawstrings and embroidered Newbery logo
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
SPS T-SHIRT
• 100% cotton with spandex neck-band for comfort-fit
• Discreet Newbery embroidered logo to chest
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL C21 TRACKSUIT TOP
• Super soft yet durable shower-proofed Microfibre in navy/neutral colour scheme
• Full length front zip with double zip pockets
• Newbery logo to front and C21 logo to rear
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
C21 TRACKSUIT BOTTOM
• Super soft yet durable shower-proofed Microfibre in navy/neutral colour scheme
• Double zip pockets
• Knee length lower leg zip with velcrofastener for quick removal
• Newbery logo to front and C21 logo to rear
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
TOUR FIELDING PAD
• Unique wrap around fielding Pad
• Can be worn under trousers for both keeping and fielding
• Premium PU front
• Air-flow mesh inside for soft feel
• Elasticated straps for easy release
• Very light in weight for easy mobility
• One Size
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CRICKET CLOTHING - C21 CRICKET CLOTHING - SPS
C21 HYDROTEK SHIRT 21ST CENTURY TECHNICAL CLOTHING
• Teflon protected Hydrotek cricket shirt ensures maximum comfort and breathability
• No-Stain 3M Scotchgard treatment means stains wash-out for up to 40 washes
• Navy piping to cream Polymesh side panels
• Newbery logo to ¾ sleeve, C21 logo to back of neck
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
C21 HYDROTEK SLIPOVER & SWEATER - 21ST CENTURY TECHNICAL CLOTHING
• Teflon protected Hydrotek cricket jumpers with quilted lining ensures maximum comfort and breathability
• No-Stain 3M Scotchgard treatment means stains wash-out for up-to 40 washes
• Navy trim top waist and neck line
• Newbery logo to front, C21 logo to rear
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
BATTING BRIEF
• 95% cotton/5% spandex brief in white
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
C21 HYDROTEK TROUSER - 21ST CENTURY TECHNICAL CLOTHING
• Teflon protected Hydrotek cricket trouser ensures maximum comfort and breathability
• No-Stain 3M Scotchgard treatment means stains wash-out for up-to 40 washes
• Navy piping to cream Polymesh side panels
• Newbery logo to front, C21 logo to back of leg
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
SOCKS
• Performance based padded cricket sock
• Available in Cream
• Sizes 4-7 or 7-12
SPS SLIPOVER & SWEATER
• 100% acrylic 3-gauge slipover/sweater in cream with navy band to waist and v-neck
• All-over cable design
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
SPS SHIRT
• Polyester ‘Sweat-Management’ styled shirt with navy Polymesh breathable inserts
• Navy trimmed placket, collar and tail with fitted Newbery tape
• Newbery logo to ¾ sleeve
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
SPS TRAINING TOP
• 85% polyester/15% cotton ‘Sweat-Management’ training top in cream with navy Polymesh breathable inserts
• Double pique knit 230gsm with fully elasticated waistband
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
SPS TROUSER
• 85% polyester/15% cotton trouser in cream with navy insert to pockets
• Double pique knit 230gsm with fully elasticated waistband
• Zip-fly with internal tie cord and buttoned back pocket
• Unfinished hem
• Available in SB/B/Y/S/M/L/XL/XXL/XXXL
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BAGS BAGS
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• Wheel Bag
• Double end and single full length side pockets
• Dimensions – 900 x 350 x 370
• Available in Navy/Gold or Black/Silver
SPS
• Ideal for the travelling cricketer at home or abroad
• Revised model incorporating the SPS and SPS Max models
• New heavy duty zip pulls and retractable handle
• Dimensions – 900 x 400 x 400
• Available in Navy/Gold or Black/Silver
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• New modern stylishly designed Wheel bag
• 2 Outer pockets, one shoe pocket with air vent
• Long side pocket with depth for extra storage
• Dimensions – 900 x 420 x 430
• Black and green with white writing
COUNTY
• Wheel Bag
• Full length exterior pocket
• Integral easy access bat pocket to side of bag
• Dimensions – 800 x 350 x 350
• Available in Navy/Gold or Black/Gold/Silver
B52 5* JUNIOR WHEELIE
• Stylish, Junior Wheel Bag
• Integral easy access bat pocket to side of bag
• Dimensions – 750 x 300 x 300
• Available in Black/Red/Silver
DUFFLE
• Ideal for carrying kit and for coaching purposes
• Shoe Pocket with zipped access
• Double shoulder strap and drawstring
• Internal bat pocket
• Dimensions - 760 Height x 350 Diameter
• New modern stylishly designed duffle bag
• White with padded double shoulder strap
• Also available in Black/Silver GT HOCKEY BAG
• Large multi-purpose Hockey Bag
• Room for ten sticks
• Detachable ruck sack section
• Wallet & mobile phone pockets
• Heavy duty stiching
• Embroidered design
• Double carry strap
• Avaiable in Navy/Gold & Black/Silver
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KRAKATOA JUNIOR WHEELIE
• Colourful and stylish Junior Bag with Krakatoa flame
• Easy access pocket to side of bag
• Side sleeve for bat
• Dimensions – 740 x 310 x 300
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• High quality extra large heavy duty stand up bag
• Attractive Light Blue/Navy colour with retractable handle for mobility
• Padded bat storage sleeve on side
• Large open cavity all extensive equipment storage
• Two side pockets and top pocket
• Dimensions – 950 x 455 x 400
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ACCESSORIES
TEST STUMP (NOT SHOWN)
• English Ash stump (28”) produced to Test specifications
• County Stump (Not shown)
• Imported Men’s size (28”) wooden stump (Not shown)
1. SPRING STUMPS
• Wooden spring stumps with a heavy metal base
2. MINIATURE BAT
• Mini version (15”) of the B-52 bats for autograph purposes only
3. ENGLISH BAT GRIPS
• Available in Black/Navy/Pink/Red/White/Yellow/Orange/ Green/Silver
4. HAMMER-EDGE SHEET
• Newly designed Polycarbonate anti-scuff material with in-built glass fibre edge protection
• Matt finish allows full vision of bat grain
• Available in Youths/Mens
5. BAT MALLET/GRIPPING CONE
• Hardwood bat mallet/cone weighted for effective bat preparation and grip fitting
6. LINSEED OIL
• For effective oiling of all cricket bats
7. AEGIS TUFF-TOE
• Boxed toe kit including 2 x rubber strips, sand-paper and adhesive for effective toe protection
8. AUTOGRAPH BAT
• Full size Kashmir willow imported bat for autograph purposes only
9. COTTON BATTING INNERS
• Cotton batting inners available in Mens/Youths/Boys Full finger/Cut finger
10. BAT COVER
• Full size padded bat cover with embroidered Newbery logo
• Available in Navy/Gold or Black/Silver
11. POLYSOFT BALL
• Available in Orange/Red/Yellow/Pink
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HISTORY
NEWBERY “RUNS IN THE FAMILY”
At Newbery we can trace our bat-making heritage back to the early 1900s when the Newbery family first made cricket bats in Robertsbridge, East Sussex. John Newbery’s father, Len, was a bat-maker and partner of Nicolls Bats (later to merge with Grays of Cambridge and become Gray-Nicolls) who had made bats since the time of W G Grace.
Len’s skills were handed down to his only son John, who founded John Newbery Ltd, in 1981. John’s legendary reputation as a master bat-maker quickly spread throughout the world, as did his innovative designs.
This all took place against a background of failing health, which led to his early death in 1989.
His senior craftsman Tim Keeley is today the Master Bat-maker of Newbery, using the same skills to produce cricket bats that John passed on during their years together. The philosophy remains the same - that quality, performance and style comes first.
Newbery cricket bats begin life as carefully selected willow trees - the selection process begins with the willow strikes, prior even to the planting of the tree. Every year, Newbery plant, maintain and fell an increasing number of willow trees sited on farms across the south of England. In addition, we buy seasoned timber from a number of sources, all of whom have serviced bat makers for decades. Each cleft is individually assessed and, if accepted, will have been judged favourably for its weight, grain and performance.
One of the most important aspects of bat-making, and one which sets Newbery apart from many manufacturers, is the pressing of the willow. This is one of the most skilful processes in bat-making as each and every cleft will require a slightly different amount of pressure per square inch in order to ensure that the optimum performance is gleaned.
Once pressed the cleft is spliced ready for the fitting of the handle. Newbery handles are constructed to allow for a balance between durability and performance and common to all senior Newbery bats is the treble spring handle, which we know to give the bat greater feel and ‘whip’. Particular care is given to the binding, a strong Irish linen thread, which effectively tunes the flex of the handle. The handle is left subtly oval in shape, again for greater feel, and is set slightly forward so that the line of the handle follows the line of the blade’s natural bow.
The primitive bat is given individual character by the craftsman who cuts and shaves the willow to a weight and balance determined only by his experience. It is his job to make the best out of every single cleft. The shaping and balancing of each Newbery bat is done by hand and eye. Traditional tools such as the drawknife, spokeshave and block-plane are used to shape the blade and create a ‘middle’ to the bat. Each bat will then be sanded and polished to a smooth burnish before being graded for resilience and appearance. Finally the Newbery crest and ribbon are applied.
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