Gunn & Moore Radon Cricket Bat
The Gunn & Moore Radon Cricket Bat is a Grade 4 English willow cricket bat designed for developing and club cricketers moving up from Kashmir willow or more basic bats. Made in Nottingham from seasoned Grade 4 English Willow, it focuses on easy pick-up, dependable ball striking and durability, making it a practical first English willow bat for players who want performance without moving into the price of GM's higher grades.
At the crease, the Radon is designed to feel quick and manageable through the swing. Its broad hitting zone provides consistent response across a range of contact points, which is useful for developing batters who are still building consistency in their timing and technique.
The Radon uses Seasoned Grade 4 English Willow. Compared with GM's higher willow grades, it has a more solid and durable character rather than prioritising the lighter, more responsive feel associated with premium willow. This makes it particularly relevant to regular recreational and club cricketers who want a dependable bat for ongoing use.
The Radon is made in Nottingham, England, giving players an accessible way into GM's English-made cricket bat range.
Who is the GM Radon best for?
The GM Radon is best for developing, recreational and club cricketers looking for their first English willow cricket bat or a dependable Grade 4 option for regular use.
It is particularly relevant to players progressing from Kashmir willow or entry-level equipment. Its combination of manageable pick-up, broad hitting zone and durable Grade 4 English Willow also suits all-round batters who need consistent performance across different match situations.
Key features
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Seasoned Grade 4 English Willow
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Easy pick-up helps create a manageable feel through the swing.
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Broad hitting zone supports consistent ball striking across a range of contact points.
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Control Bat Grip.
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GM NOW! preparation reduces the preparation required before progressively introducing the bat to cricket-ball impacts.
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Protective facing adds protection to the prepared blade.
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ToeTek™ fitted provides additional protection around the toe.
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Made in Nottingham, England.
GM NOW! preparation
The Gunn & Moore Radon Cricket Bat comes with GM NOW! preparation, a protective facing and ToeTek™ fitted, reducing the preparation required before you begin using the bat. GM NOW! includes knocking-in, oiling and a clear protective face.
We still recommend a gradual playing-in period before taking the bat straight into a match. Begin with gentle throwdowns and an older cricket ball, then progress through spin and seam bowling in the nets before introducing a hard new ball at full match intensity.
Why buy a Gunn & Moore cricket bat from Players Sports?
Choosing the right English willow cricket bat is about more than the willow grade. At Players Sports Greenlane, 1–7 Marewa Road, you can compare bats across our multi-brand cricket range and assess the weight, pick-up, balance and profile that suit the way you bat.
Our specialist Cricket Bat Workshop can also assist with bat preparation, protection and ongoing repairs. Players Sports combines specialist cricket knowledge with the range and accountability of a New Zealand-owned sports retailer.
Frequently asked questions
What grade of willow is the GM Radon Cricket Bat?
The GM Radon is made from Seasoned Grade 4 English Willow. It is designed to provide an accessible step into English willow for developing, recreational and club cricketers who prioritise dependable performance, durability and value.
Who is the GM Radon Cricket Bat best suited to?
The GM Radon is best suited to developing cricketers progressing beyond entry-level equipment, players buying their first English willow bat and recreational or club players looking for dependable performance. Its all-round characteristics also suit batters who need consistent performance across different match situations.
Does the GM Radon need knocking in?
The Radon comes with GM NOW! preparation, including knocking-in, oiling and a clear protective face. However, we recommend a playing-in period using older cricket balls in the nets before progressing to harder new-ball impacts in match play.
Is the GM Radon a good first English willow cricket bat?
Yes. The Radon is specifically suited to players progressing from Kashmir willow or entry-level bats into their first English willow bat. Its Grade 4 English Willow provides a more accessible route into English willow while focusing on durability, reliable performance and manageable pick-up.
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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