The weight of this bat from a random sample is approximately 2 lbs and 7 ozs. Actual weight may vary slightly for each individual bat.
The Iconic Kahuna cricket bat has been the spearhead of the Kookaburra range for the last 13 years and is the classic Kookaburra bat shape. Its powerful profile, big edges and world renowned graphics make it ideal for the stroke maker who likes to take control and lead by example.
The Kookaburra Kahuna 500 cricket bat, has been handmade using premium Grade 4 unbleached English willow.
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AS USED BY
BRAD HADDIN
Brad Haddin is one of the leading wicket keeper batsmen in the world, with a natural ability to loft the ball over the infield and counter attack, he is more than a destructive batsman and match winner.
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MARTIN GUPTILL
Martin Guptill holds the world record for the highest ODI World Cup score (237 no versus West Indies, 2015) and was the leading run scorer in the 2015 ODI World Cup. Few players in world cricket play the short-arm pull on one leg with such elegance.
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DNA:
| Sweet Spot |
Mid Blade (215mm to 235mm from toe) |
| Edge Profile |
Big Edge' Square (36-40mm) |
| Face Profile |
Flat 'Power Plus' Face |
| Spine Profile |
Super Spine (62 to 67mm) |
| Scallop |
Slight Concave (3-5mm) |
| Bow |
Mid/Low Blade (11-12mm) |
| Handle |
Round Powerdrive |
| Grip |
Players |
| Weight Range |
2lbs 8oz - 2lbs 11oz |
PROFILE:
A - EDGE PROFILE
Kookaburra's Rounded Face Profile is generally favoured by the more traditional player. The rounded face provides a refined direction of power throughout the hitting zone but yields a slightly less imposing yet more familiar profile.
B - SPINE PROFILE
Kookaburra’s ‘Super Spine’ profiles adopt traditional shaping characteristics which operate in unison with the ‘Big Edge’ profile of the bat – creating a huge apex, with unrivalled amounts of power throughout the length of the blade and exceptional ‘pick up’.
C - SWEET SPOT
The position in the blade where performance is maximised. Kookaburra bats are engineered to maximise the size of the sweet spot, allowing the middle of the bat to be spread further across the blade meaning that off centre strikes perform better.
D - SCALLOP
In the quest to maximise profile, using scallops on either side of the spine allow the apex to be extended without dramatically increasing weight. Scallops also maximise edge profile which reduces rotation of the blade in off centre hits, minimising power loss.
E - FACE PROFILE
The modern game revolves around the thickness of the blade: 1) Flat Face - levelling out the striking area allows more mass to be retained in the back of the bat, maximising the power profile. 2) Rounded Face – favoured by more traditional players, the slightly rounded face gives a familiar look but yields a less expanded profile.
F - BOW
The curve of the bat from the tip of the handle to the end of the toe. Designed to enhance the position of the hands by placing them ahead of the ball, which is essential for good strokeplay.
FEATURES:
HANDCRAFTED
Each cleft is different, and although replication by machine would seem a sensible direction, it does not allow Kookaburra’s Master Bat Maker to individually assess and uniquely work every cleft to maximise its performance. Over 50 different processes go into the production of each Kookaburra bat... TRUE CRAFTSMANSHIP
BIG EDGES
Increasing the edge profile minimises the power loss caused by ‘off centre’ strikes. Kookaburra bat edges measure up to 40mm (depending on the weight and profile of the bat) – so you can be sure you’ll lose little when it doesn’t come out of the middle.
SUPER SPINE
Players want bats to look as big as possible; hence they want the spine to be as high as it can be. The Kookaburra ‘Super Spine’ measures up to 68mm (depending on the weight and profile of the bat), generating maximum power through every single ball.
FLAT FACE
Kookaburra’s Flat Face Profile levels out the striking area allowing more mass to be retained in the back and edges of the bat. By maximising the amount of willow behind the striking area, the bat gains a larger profile and produces more power.
POWER DRIVE
Kookaburra handles utilise multiple pieces of specially selected cane to enhance strength. This reinforces the bond between handle & blade thereby maximising durability and power transfer.
ANGLED TOE
All Kookaburra bats have a slightly angled toe – this allows the bat to sit comfortably in the stance and promote the preferred hand position of being slightly ahead of the blade.
NATURALLY DRIED
Kookaburra uses traditional methods to prepare willow, with clefts being left to dry naturally over a period of time rather than ‘flash’ dried in kilns. This gives greater durability as it allows the willow to find its natural moisture level
KPP
This process is done by hand NOT machine and greatly reduces the time needed to prepare your bat for match play. It is not a full ‘knocking in’ service and more preparation work by yourself is advised after purchase.
