Q: What is that cup at the end of the baseball bat barrel?
A: A baseball "cup" is a bowl-like shape that is carved out of the end of the barrel of a wood baseball bat. Cupping the end of the barrel makes the bat more evenly balanced by shifting the center of mass slightly toward the handle.
Q: Where should I hit a baseball on a maple baseball bat?
A: Research shows that Sugar Maple is harder, stiffer, and stronger than White Ash and Birch. The contact point on maple and birch bats is the face grain, not the edge grain. This orientation is considered stronger and more suitable for sugar maple and birch species. While players are still advised to swing a wooden bat with the label up, we now position our logo on the edge grain of our newly manufactured maple bats. Remember to always make contact on the face grain (label up). This helps reduce the likelihood of the bat breaking. Hitting on the face grain is the most natural and least damaging way to make contact with a maple bat.
Please see the attached link for more information on where/how to hit a maple bat:
Annex Baseball Blog
Q: Do you offer team or league discounts for Annex wood bats?
A: Yes, we offer team and league discounts. Please email us for more information about our current discounts.
Q: Are your bats professional quality?
A: Yes, we offer professional-quality wood bats that are Ink Dot Certified. However, we do not currently sell to MLB teams. This is due to the large fees we would need to pay to the MLB to have our bats used. Instead, we provide high-quality bats at a competitive price, giving us an edge over our competitors.
Q: What size bat should I choose for my son/daughter?
A: Please refer to the attached link for our Adult/Youth wood bat guide.
You can also email us at
info@annexbaseball.com with the person's height, weight, and age, and we'll provide our best recommendation.
Q: What does -2oz or -3oz mean?
A: A -2 or -3 weight drop refers to the difference between the length and the weight of the bat. For example, if you have a 33" wood bat with a -2oz drop, subtracting 2 from 33 gives you a 31oz bat. Many leagues have bat weight limits.
Fun fact: A lighter wood bat doesn't always perform better. In fact, the heavier and denser the wood, the stronger, more durable, and powerful the bat will be. If you can handle a heavier bat, it can improve your performance, especially when it comes to hitting home runs.
Q: Do you offer a warranty?
A: Every Annex wood baseball bat undergoes thorough inspection for imperfections before it leaves our facility. Due to the nature of the sport, we do not offer a warranty on our wood bats. However, if your bat arrives damaged due to shipping, please contact us immediately upon receipt so we can replace it. If you don't notify us right away, we may not be able to process a replacement.
Q: Do you offer blemished bats at a reduced price?
A: Yes, we sell Annex blem bats at a discounted rate.
Blem bats don't meet our professional-quality standards, but are great for amateur baseball leagues and recreational use. Blemishes may include:
- Slightly off-weight
- Knots or pin knots
- Cosmetic color defects
If you're interested in a blem bat, please email us to inquire about availability and to place an order.
Q: What is your turnaround time?
A: Items ship ups typically 2-5 days depending where you are located in the U.S.A.
- In-stock items ship in 1-2 business days.
- Custom items require more production time, please allow 7-10 business days for shipment.
If you're placing a large order, we recommend submitting it 3-4 weeks in advance to ensure timely delivery.
Q: What is your favorite model?
A: Personally, my favorite Annex model is the traditional 271 wood bat. It's beautifully balanced and suitable for any type of hitter. I'm not naturally a home run hitter, but I've had quite a few with my AM271. So, if the game is on the line and I'm up to bat, I have no doubt I'll be walking to the plate with my AM271 in hand.
Q: Do you ship to Hawaii or Alaska?
A: Yes, we do.
Q: Do you ship outside the United States?
A: Yes, we ship globally. Please email us at info@annexbaseball.com to discuss options and receive a shipping quote.
Q: Your bats are awesome! How do you do it?
A: We simply work hard at our craft because we love the game. Our team spends countless hours designing, creating, and testing our products to make Annex Bats what they are today. Every Annex bat is crafted with a combination of skilled hand craftsmanship, precision machine work, and artistry.
