Nelson Giannakopoulos

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The bat plays a significant role in the rituals of the batter's box. Much like hitting, the making of a baseball bat is an art in itself. From cutting down the trees, to making billets, and spinning the bat on the lathe, each step of the process is carefully calculated. The precision is apparent in the several quality control stages such as weighing the bat and checking the grain direction. Juxtaposing the specimen of a finished bat with its natural surroundings amplifies the craftsmanship behind making a baseball bat.

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