Gunn & Moore Diamond 808 Junior Cricket Bat
The Gunn & Moore Diamond 808 Junior Cricket Bat is a Grade 2 English willow cricket bat designed for established junior players who want a high-quality match bat with the balanced, all-round Diamond profile. Available in sizes 5, 6 and Harrow, the Diamond 808 combines a mid-swell position, F4.5 face profile and Powerarc bow to create a versatile shape for young batters developing a complete range of front and back-foot shots.
The mid-swell profile is central to the Diamond's all-round character. Rather than concentrating the main hitting area particularly high or low on the blade, the Diamond positions it through the middle. For a junior batter, this creates a versatile hitting zone that works well when getting forward to drive as well as playing cuts, pulls and other shots from the back foot.
The F4.5 Face Profile and Powerarc Bow complement the mid-swell shape, creating a bat designed around consistent power and shot control. This makes the Diamond particularly relevant to young players whose batting is progressing beyond basic technique and who are beginning to score confidently in different areas of the ground.
Who is the GM Diamond 808 Junior best for?
The GM Diamond 808 Junior is best for established junior club and school cricketers looking for a Grade 2 English willow match bat with a balanced profile for all-round stroke play.
Its mid-swell position particularly suits young batters who score from both front and back foot rather than favouring one specific hitting area. This makes it a versatile option as players progress into quicker bowling and more competitive cricket.
With sizes 5, 6 and Harrow available, the Diamond 808 covers developing juniors through to older players approaching the transition into senior cricket bats.
Key features
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Grade 2 English Willow.
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Mid-swell position creates a balanced hitting profile for front and back-foot stroke play.
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F4.5 Face Profile.
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Powerarc Bow.
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Treble Spring Multi-Piece Cane handle.
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Halo Grip.
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DXM Technology provides precision manufacturing of the Diamond profile.
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Made in Nottingham, England.
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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 junior Gunn & Moore cricket bat from Players Sports?
Choosing the right junior cricket bat is about more than willow grade. At Players Sports Greenlane, junior cricketers and parents can compare bats across our extensive multi-brand range and assess the size, weight, pick-up and profile that best suit the individual player.
Our knowledgeable team can help identify an appropriate bat for the player's current size and level of cricket, while our specialist Cricket Bat Workshop can assist with preparation, protection and ongoing repairs.
Frequently asked questions
What sizes does the GM Diamond 808 Junior Cricket Bat come in?
The GM Diamond 808 Junior is available in Size 5, Size 6 and Harrow. This covers established junior players through to older juniors approaching the transition into a full-size senior cricket bat.
What willow grade is the GM Diamond 808 Junior?
The Gunn & Moore Diamond 808 Junior is made from Grade 2 English Willow. This makes it a high-quality option for junior club and school players who are training and playing regularly.
Who is the GM Diamond 808 Junior best suited to?
The Diamond 808 Junior is best suited to established junior cricketers looking for a quality English willow match bat for all-round stroke play. Its balanced mid-swell profile works particularly well for young batters developing both front and back-foot scoring options
Does the Diamond 808 Junior have the same Diamond shape as the other models?
Yes. GM's DXM Technology allows the core Diamond profile to be reproduced across different willow grades. The 808 therefore provides the same fundamental Diamond shape while using Grade 2 English Willow.
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.
| Gunn & Moore Cricket Bats | |
| Bat Size | Player Height (cm) |
| Small Adult | 170 - 175 |
| Harrow | 165 - 170 |
| Size 6 | 160 - 165 |
| Size 5 | 152 - 160 |
| Size 4 | 145 - 152 |
| Size 3 | 137 - 145 |
| Size 2 | 130 - 137 |
| Size 1 | - 130 |
| Please use the above as a guide only. | |
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