Gunn & Moore Galaxy Premier 404 Junior Cricket Bat
The Gunn & Moore Galaxy Premier 404 Junior Cricket Bat is a Grade 3 English willow cricket bat designed for developing junior players looking to move into a genuine English willow bat at an accessible price point. Available in sizes 4, 5, 6 and Harrow, it combines the Galaxy's traditional full blade profile with a mid-to-high swell and balanced pick-up for young batters developing an all-round range of shots.
The defining feature of the Galaxy is its mid-to-high swell position. Rather than concentrating the main hitting area towards the bottom of the blade, the Galaxy carries its profile higher, creating a versatile hitting zone that works across both front and back-foot stroke play.
For developing junior cricketers, this versatility makes the Galaxy a strong all-round shape. Young batters can get forward and drive while still having a profile suited to cuts, pulls and other back-foot shots as they progress to facing quicker bowling and greater bounce.
The Galaxy Premier 404 Junior uses a traditional full blade profile, F2 face and Powerarc bow face profile. Combined with the mid-to-high swell, these features are designed to provide a balanced pick-up that helps juniors generate bat speed while maintaining control through their shots.
GM NOW! preparation
The Gunn & Moore Galaxy comes with GM NOW! preparation, protective facing and ToeTek™ fitted, reducing the preparation required before you begin using the bat.
Even with GM NOW! preparation, we recommend gradually introducing any new English willow bat 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.
Key features
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Grade 3 English Willow.
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Mid-to-high swell creates a versatile profile for front and back-foot stroke play.
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F2 Face Profile.
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Treble spring multi-piece cane handle.
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Galaxy Grip.
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Made in Nottingham
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GM NOW! preparation
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Protective facing and ToeTek™ fitted.
Why buy a junior Gunn & Moore cricket bat from Players Sports?
Choosing the right junior cricket bat is about more than the willow grade printed on the label. At Players Sports Greenlane, junior cricketers and parents can compare bats across leading cricket brands 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 Galaxy Premier 404 Junior come in?
The GM Galaxy Premier 404 Junior is available in Size 4, Size 5, Size 6 and Harrow. This provides options for developing juniors through to older players approaching the transition into senior cricket bats.
What willow grade is the GM Galaxy Premier 404 Junior?
The Galaxy Premier 404 Junior is made from Grade 3 English Willow. This makes it an accessible English willow option for junior school and club cricketers.
Who is the Galaxy Premier 404 Junior best suited to?
The Galaxy Premier 404 Junior is best suited to developing junior cricketers looking for an English willow bat with balanced pick-up and a versatile hitting profile. The mid-to-high swell makes it particularly suitable for young players developing both front and back-foot scoring options.
Should I buy a bigger junior cricket bat for my child to grow into?
We recommend choosing a bat the player can comfortably control now. An oversized or excessively heavy bat can reduce bat speed and make it more difficult to develop good technique. If you are unsure between sizes, visiting Players Sports Greenlane allows the player to compare individual bats before buying.
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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