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Pro Series 191

  • Birch or maple
  • Drop +2 to -3
  • Barrel 2.5 in, medium
  • Handle 0.94 in, medium
  • Knob standard
  • Balance not stated
MaxBat Pro Series 191, game wood bats, adult: photo from MaxBat
Lengths30 to 35 in
Barrel2.5 in, medium
Handle0.94 in, medium
Knobstandard
Balancenot stated
Photo: MaxBat

Facts as the maker states them, read 13 Oct 2026

The Pro Series 191 is a wood bat offered in Rock Maple or Yellow Birch in lengths of 30 to 35 inches, with a medium handle (15/16 in. diameter) and medium barrel (2 1/2 in.), and a standard knob. The page states it is made in the USA and describes it as very similar to the C271.

Model code191
WoodBirch or maple
What this means

Birch. Softer than maple and more forgiving of mis-hits; hardens with use. A good choice for a first wood bat and for younger players.

Maple. Dense and hard, the most common pro wood. Hits hard and holds up when the player squares the ball up; breaks rather than flakes when mis-hit. Quality varies a lot by maker.

Tip: Maple from a good maker is the best wood bat money can buy; maple from a cheap one is the worst.

Wood grademade using High Density billets
Drop+2 to -3
What this means

Drop is length minus weight: a 30 in, 20 oz bat is a -10. A bigger drop number means a lighter bat for its length. Younger players use -10 to -13; USSSA 13U is usually capped at -5; high school and college are -3.

Tip: Check the drop your league allows before you look at anything else.

BarrelMedium Barrel, 2 1/2"; long taper to the barrel end (description)
What this means

The middle of the range (about 2.45 to 2.55 in). Most pro turn models live here.

Tip: A safe default when you are not sure.

HandleMedium Handle, 15/16" Dia.
What this means

About 0.93 to 0.96 in. The usual choice: enough whip, enough strength.

Tip: Most players never need to think about this one.

KnobStandard
What this means

A traditional round knob. The simplest feel and what most beginners should start with.

Lengths30, 31, 31.25, 31.5, 31.75, 32, 32.25, 32.5, 32.75, 33, 33.25, 33.5, 33.75, 34, 34.25, 34.5, 34.75, 35 in
Barrel endCustomer choice
Compared on the pageThe 191 is very similar to the C271.
FinishesStandard Finish (included); MaxPro Finish (+$30.00); barrel and handle finish Gloss or Matte; handle/barrel transition Fade or Clean
Custom optionsLength: 30 to 35 (selected 33.0 in; list in lengths_in) | Weight: 35.0 oz (2) down to 30.0 oz (-3) (selected 31.0 oz (-2)) | Wood: Rock Maple; Yellow Birch | Finish: Standard Finish (included); MaxPro Finish (+$30.00) | Barrel color: Black; Barrel finish: Gloss; Matte | Handle color: Maroon; Handle finish: Gloss; Matte | Transition: Fade; Clean (Clean selected) | Logo: label only, no choices shown | Barrel shape: Standard (included); Torpedo (+$40.00) | Grip (Lizard Skins): Yes (+$18.99 - $16.99); No (grip shown as None) | Knob: Standard Knob (included); X Knob (+$10.00); ProXR Knob (+$25.00); ProXR Epic Knob (+$25.00) | Smart Ready: Not Smart Ready; Smart Ready (+$10.00); Smart Bundle (+$139.95) | Cupped end: Yes; No | Production: Standard; Rush ($30.00 fee)
Lead timeShips in 1 - 2 weeks, rush available; estimated to ship 10/27/2026 (standard) or 10/20/2026 (rush, $30.00 fee)
AvailabilityMade to order
Made inUSA
The maker says
  • The flagship Pro Model 191 features a flared knob and a long taper to the barrel end.
  • The 191 is very similar to the C271.
  • The torpedo barrel removes mass from the end.
  • The mass is moved to the sweet spot zone.
  • The X-Knob helps protect the hamate bone and greatly increases balance.
  • The ProXR Epic is a hybrid knob design with minimal compression.
  • Exceptionally LOUD barrels built to perform.
Sourcemaxbats.com, product page, read 13 Oct 2026

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  • Bat DigestIndependent review: Max Wood (2020)Score 65 of 100These grades look formula-based (several makers share the same scores), so we do not use them.The review likes: control sub-rating 4.88 of 5The review raises: durability sub-rating 1.5 of 5; value sub-rating 2.48 of 5 (read it there)
  • JustBatsRetailer ratings: MaxBat Center Cut Rock Maple JBMB1N4.0 of 5, 1 review
  • TrustburnOther source: company-level reviews4.1 of 5, 8 reviewsThe source says: good feel and balance; quality and craftsmanship; easy site and smooth ordering; helpful staff in choosing a batThe source raises: none in the eight reviews (read it there)

Also checked, with no ratings or themes to report: Better Baseball, Woodworker's Journal.

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