GM Cannon 808 Cricket Bat (2027)

The Gunn & Moore Cannon 808 is an English willow cricket bat made for attacking batters who want to take the game on from the very first ball.

Developed in conjunction with England's Jacob Bethell, the Cannon 808 sits in the Cannon range and pairs a powerful profile with an easy pick-up, so you get plenty of control alongside the hitting power. It has substantial edges, a flowing spine and a mid-to-low swell position, which suits the all-round shot maker who is just as happy driving through the field as clearing the ropes.

The traditional L555 blade length gives a familiar look at the crease, while the Powerarc bow face profile and F4.5 face profile add to its dynamic, balanced feel. A Pro-Lite grip, the lightest GM has made, rounds things off with comfort and control through the stroke.

Made in England from prime English willow, this Gunn & Moore bat is a strong pick for batters who like to play positively and put the bowler under pressure.

• Blade length: Traditional L555
• Handle length: 295mm
• Face profile: F4.5
• Bow profile: Powerarc bow face
• Swell: Mid-to-low
• Grip: Pro-Lite
• Willow: Prime English willow, made in England

GM 808 willow grade

• Superior unbleached, seasoned Grade 2 English willow
• Minor marks, and there may be some colour on one edge
• Good quality treble spring multi-piece cane handle for feel, flex and control

GM NOW! and ToeTek fitted as standard

GM NOW! means the bat is prepared at the factory before it reaches you:

• Knocked in by GM's own batmakers
• Raw linseed oil applied to hold the moisture level of the blade, which reduces cracking and splitting
• Clear anti-scuff cover fitted to the face and edges to make the blade last longer

ToeTek protects the part of the bat that takes the most punishment:

• DriGuard applied to the toe to resist damp and limit toe swelling
• A specially shaped, resilient shield fitted to the toe
• Cuts down the toe damage and feathering that tapping at the crease often causes
• An extra barrier against damp