GM Cannon Original Cricket Bat (2027)

The GM Cannon Original is a Gunn & Moore cricket bat built for aggressive, attacking batters who like to take the game on from the first ball.

This Original model sits in the Cannon family, designed in conjunction with England batter Jacob Bethell, who started out picking up his first GM bat as a youngster. The idea behind it is simple: give the batter a powerful profile that still feels easy to lift, so control and power arrive together. A traditional L555 blade length, a mid-to-low swell, substantial edges and a flowing spine all work towards a balanced, dynamic feel that suits the all-round shot maker, whether the plan is to drive through the field or clear the ropes.

A Pro-Lite grip, the lightest GM has made, adds comfort and control through the stroke. Every bat is made in England from prime English willow, so there is plenty of heritage in the blade.

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

GM Original willow grade

• Superior unbleached, seasoned Grade 1 English willow
• Mostly straight grained, with a hint of colour and only minor cosmetic marks
• Top quality treble spring multi-piece cane handle for excellent 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