Model 16 is similar to a Louisville R161, a thick handled big barreled, heavier than average bat. It has a thick (by today's standards) 1” handle, a conventional knob, and a 2 9/16" medium barrel. The Model 16 is favored by both power hitters who like thick handles and contact hitters who like the bat control a thick handle provides.
When choosing the weight of the bat, many people ask what does -2 or -3 or even or +2 mean?
The weight differential is the difference between the length and the weight.
So a 34 inch bat with a -3 would weigh 34 - 3 = 31 ounces.
A 33 inch bat with a +2 would weigh 33 + 2 = 35 ounces.
Subtract or add the weight differential from the length and that will give you the weight in ounces.
Now you can order your custom X Bat bat with YOUR own signature- just like the pros have done for years. Your custom X Bat can be engraved with your ACTUAL signature. Cost for the first bat is $20.00, subsequent orders are only $5.00 extra once we have your signature on file.
You will need to send your signature to us, signed with a black Sharpie (a regular pen is too fine), on a plain, white sheet of paper (no lines). Make it large enough to easily read and we can size it accordingly. Please send us your signature and include a copy of your email order confirmation.
Mail this information to:
X Bats
Attn: My Signature Bat
5235 Mission Oaks Boulevard, #316
Camarillo, CA 93012
Your order will ship within 2-3 weeks after receipt of your signature.
Now you can have your bat made to the exact specifications as the pros.
All bats used in professional play in both the Minor Leagues and the Major Leagues must adhere to the following specs:
MLB spec prohibits the addition of any flags on bats so your bat will NOT come with a flag
Rush Production Orders have a 5 business day turnaround time starting the day after the order has been received. Rush Production means you jump to the front of thousands of people before you and is subject to availability of wood billets for your model, length and weight. If the correct billets are not available immediately for your bat, Rush Production status will put you first in line when they do become available. We produce new billets weekly and the range of weights is not predictable with a natural material like maple. There is a $40 per bat charge for rush production and overnight shipping is also available in addition to the Rush Production charge. A single order cannot be mixed with Rush Production and Regular Production as there would be two separate shipments and two separate shipping charges will be incurred.
X Bats is offering a ONE TIME REPLACEMENT WITHIN THE FIRST 101 DAYS FROM THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE DATE. This warranty covers all manufacturing defects from normal field usage including: cracking or breakage from normal use hitting regular baseballs or softballs.
The policy does NOT cover: bats that have been abused, altered or mistreated. Bats hit on the label side, the side opposite the label or within an inch of the end of the bat are NOT covered- this is user error and not proper use of ANY wood bat. Bats used in commercial batting cages are not covered under this policy. Any bat hit with dimple balls or rubber balls is not covered under this policy. Flaking f the grain on ash bats is a normal consequence of hitting with ash bats and is not covered under this policy.
Wood bats are different than metal bats
Metal bats MUST be turned so they don’t flat spot the hollow barrels with repeated hits on the same spot
Wood bats MUST be hit on the side 90 degrees from the label
Any hit off the end of the bat will break every wood bat
For your ONE TIME WARRANTY replacement you must e-mail our X Bat Warranty Department at CustomerService@XBats.com. All returned bats must have a Return Authorization Number by e-mail. (Your e-mail should include your name, shipping name and address, as well as a copy of your purchase receipt.
The replacement bat will be the same size, color and spec as the one returned.
Replacement bats will not be covered by the 101 day warranty policy. X Bat will pay for return ground shipping on any bat that is shipped within the Continental United States.
All shipping charges on bats returned to us must be paid for by the customer sending the return. For replacement bats that need to be shipped to Alaska, Hawaii or overseas the consumer is responsible for paying the shipping charges back to them as well as to our return department.
The return must include a copy of the original purchase receipt.
X Bats is offering a ONE TIME REPLACEMENT WITHIN THE FIRST 101 DAYS FROM THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE DATE. This warranty covers all manufacturing defects from normal field usage including: cracking or breakage from normal use hitting regular baseballs or softballs.
The policy does NOT cover: bats that have been abused, altered or mistreated. Bats hit on the label side, the side opposite the label or within an inch of the end of the bat are NOT covered- this is user error and not proper use of ANY wood bat. Bats used in commercial batting cages are not covered under this policy. Any bat hit with dimple balls or rubber balls is not covered under this policy. Flaking f the grain on ash bats is a normal consequence of hitting with ash bats and is not covered under this policy.
Wood bats are different than metal bats
Metal bats MUST be turned so they don’t flat spot the hollow barrels with repeated hits on the same spot
Wood bats MUST be hit on the side 90 degrees from the label
Any hit off the end of the bat will break every wood bat
For your ONE TIME WARRANTY replacement you must e-mail our X Bat Warranty Department at CustomerService@XBats.com. All returned bats must have a Return Authorization Number by e-mail. (Your e-mail should include your name, shipping name and address, as well as a copy of your purchase receipt.
The replacement bat will be the same size, color and spec as the one returned.
Replacement bats will not be covered by the 101 day warranty policy. X Bat will pay for return ground shipping on any bat that is shipped within the Continental United States.
All shipping charges on bats returned to us must be paid for by the customer sending the return. For replacement bats that need to be shipped to Alaska, Hawaii or overseas the consumer is responsible for paying the shipping charges back to them as well as to our return department.
The return must include a copy of the original purchase receipt.
The great thing about custom wood bats is the ability to choose a bat that fits your age, size, strength and game. Parameters such as knob style, handle thickness, barrel size and balance can all be dialed in to get the most comfortable bat in your hands. When you are comfortable with your equipment, you go to the plate each time with more confidence. Confidence translates to performance. We want you to have the confidence in your equipment to maximize your performance on the field.
Please use our custom bat model recommender below to receive advice on which bat is right for you. You'll be contacted by email within 24-48 hours of submitting your request.
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