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Wow Factor Custom 271 Pro Model
- Wood not stated
- Drop not stated
- Barrel large
- Handle thin
- Knob not stated
- Balanced
Facts as the maker states them, read 13 Oct 2026
The page calls this Pro Model our most dense and most balanced model. Its handle is thinner and tapers out to the knob, and the barrel tapers down more quickly than larger barreled bats.
| Model code | 271 |
|---|---|
| Barrel | barrel tapers down more quickly than larger barreled batsWhat this meansA big barrel (about 2.56 in and up) gives the most hitting surface. Its size does not decide the balance: some big-barrel bats are balanced. |
| Handle | thinner handleWhat this meansA handle under about 0.93 in. It whips through the zone and feels fast, but it stings more on mis-hits and, in wood, breaks more easily. Common on pro models. Tip: Thin handles and young hands do not mix well in cold weather; expect sting. |
| Balance | BalancedWhat this meansWeight is spread evenly, so the bat feels lighter than its number. A player who uses the knob or handle to deliver the barrel often needs the weight balanced or down toward the hands. Balance is not barrel size: some big-barrel bats are balanced. Tip: Which one is right depends on your player and how consistently they deliver the barrel. |
| Lead time | Custom bats/fungos/training bats ship within 5-7 business days. |
| Availability | Made to order |
| Maker SKU | wfcustom271 |
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| Source | shop.homewoodbat.com, product page, read 13 Oct 2026 |
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