The X-Bat Model 73Y is crafted after The Model 73 wood baseball bat, which is the most popular, new style in the Big Leagues. It has a tapered medium sized 15/16" handle flaring to a very large knob with a full 2 1/4" barrel. The large knob serves as a counter weight making the bat feel balanced and lighter than other shapes with the same weight. Great balance and feel for young player's smaller hands.