Gunn & Moore Galaxy Original Limited Edition Cricket Bat
The Gunn & Moore Galaxy Original Limited Edition Cricket Bat is a premium Grade 1 English willow cricket bat made in Nottingham for accomplished players who want balanced pick-up, clean power and versatility around the ground. Its 555 mm blade, F2 face profile and mid-to-high swell distinguish the Galaxy from lower-profile, power-focused shapes, making it particularly well suited to batters who combine attacking intent with a broad range of shots.
The defining feature of the Galaxy is its mid-to-high swell position. Moving the main volume of the profile further up the blade supports a balanced feel and makes the shape relevant to players who score from both front and back foot rather than building their game predominantly around front-foot hitting.
That versatility is particularly useful in New Zealand conditions, where batters may need to adjust between driving fuller deliveries and scoring from balls that bounce or carry higher. The Galaxy is designed to provide clean ball striking and a consistent response across different shot types while retaining the bat speed required for attacking cricket.
The F2 Face Profile contributes to the Galaxy's blade shape, while the 555 mm blade provides the confirmed blade length. Combined with a treble spring multi-piece cane handle, the overall construction is designed around a responsive feel and controlled pick-up through the hands.
As the Original Limited Edition, this Galaxy uses Premium Grade 1 English Willow. Willow grade primarily reflects the visual quality and selection of the cleft rather than guaranteeing how many runs a bat will score, so profile, weight and individual pick-up should still be considered alongside grade when choosing your bat.
Each Galaxy Original Limited Edition is made in Nottingham, England, continuing Gunn & Moore's English bat-making production.
GM NOW! preparation
The Gunn & Moore Galaxy Original Limited Edition comes with GM NOW! preparation, protective facing and ToeTek™ fitted, reducing the preparation required before you start using the bat.
Even with GM NOW! preparation, we recommend introducing any new English willow bat gradually to harder impacts. Begin with gentle throwdowns using an older cricket ball, then progress through spin and seam bowling in the nets before facing a hard new ball at full match intensity. This gives the prepared willow time to condition progressively.
Key features
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Premium Grade 1 English Willow.
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Mid-to-high swell creates a versatile hitting profile for front and back-foot stroke play.
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555 mm blade length.
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F2 Face Profile.
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Treble spring multi-piece cane handle.
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Made in Nottingham.
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GM NOW! preparation reduces the preparation required before introducing the bat to cricket-ball impacts.
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Protective facing and ToeTek™ fitted add protection to the prepared blade and toe.
Why buy a Gunn & Moore cricket bat from Players Sports?
Choosing the right English willow cricket bat is about more than willow grade. At Players Sports Greenlane, 1–7 Marewa Road, you can compare bats across our multi-brand cricket range and assess the pick-up, balance, weight and profile that suit the way you bat. Our Cricket Bat Workshop can also help with preparation, protection and ongoing repairs.
Players Sports combines specialist cricket knowledge with the range and accountability of a New Zealand-owned sports retailer. Shop online with delivery throughout New Zealand.
Frequently asked questions
What type of batter is the GM Galaxy Original Limited Edition designed for?
The GM Galaxy Original Limited Edition is designed for accomplished, versatile stroke-makers who want balanced pick-up and clean power across different shots. Its mid-to-high swell makes it particularly relevant to batters who combine aggressive intent with front and back-foot scoring rather than focusing predominantly on pure power hitting.
How is the GM Galaxy different from the Noir or Rival?
The Galaxy has a mid-to-high swell, while the Noir and Rival use lower swell profiles designed more around front-foot power. This gives the Galaxy a more versatile hitting zone for players who regularly move between front and back-foot stroke play.
Does the GM Galaxy Original Limited Edition need knocking in?
The Galaxy comes with GM NOW! preparation, protective facing and ToeTek™ fitted, reducing the preparation required. We still recommend progressively introducing the bat to harder impacts, beginning with gentle throwdowns and an older ball before progressing through net bowling and eventually a hard new match ball.
What is the Galaxy Grip?
The Galaxy Grip uses a metallic textured finish designed to provide high-precision traction and secure grip control. Its defined texture provides the contact point between your batting gloves and handle, supporting control through both attacking strokes and more controlled shot-making.
What willow grade is the GM Galaxy Original Limited Edition?
The Galaxy Original Limited Edition uses Premium Grade 1 English Willow. Within the wider Galaxy range, Original Limited Edition and Original are positioned towards advanced players seeking premium willow quality, while lower grades provide alternatives at different price points.
This Gunn & Moore bat comes fitted with a facing, GM NOW! and ToeTek™ so you can hit the nets straight away skipping the knock in process if you like.
GM NOW!
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“Knocked-in” by the Gunn & Moore bat makers in Nottingham. Raw linseed oil has been applied to reduce cracking and splitting by maintaining the moisture level of the blade, with a clear bat facing also applied to the face and edges to increase blade durability.
TOETEK ™
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DriGuard applied to resist dampness and minimise toe swelling. A specially shaped resilient toe shield has also been fitted to toe of bat. This helps reduces toe damage and feathering that is often caused by tapping at the crease. We recommend avoiding tapping your bat at the crease, or only doing so softly.
| Senior Cricket Bats | |
| Bat Size | Player Height (cm) |
| Long Blade | 185 + |
| Short Handle | 175 - 183 |
| Small Adult | 170 - 175 |
| Please use the above as a guide only. | |
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