High-quality wood baseball bat with multi-layered finish, medium barrel, and engraved details for performance.

MLB ink dot certified wood baseball bat with flared knob, thin handle, seamless decal, handcrafted in USA

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Tater Baseball

Tater-271 Pro

$ 189.99

Bat Feel Most Balanced

Most Balanced. Weight sits closest to your hands. Fastest through the zone, maximum barrel control.

Barrel MediumHandle MediumKnob Flared

Built to order · ships in 10–14 business daysExpedited build available · hand-built in Cheshire, CT
Shipping calculated at checkoutShips via UPS, FedEx, or USPS
30-day warranty on every Tater® wood batInk dot certified · bone-rubbed · pro-grade maple or birch

A bat built specifically for you

Every Tater® custom bat is turned, finished, and engraved by hand in our Connecticut shop, using the same process as our pro player bats.

Free engraving Your name, number, and colors, included on every custom order.
Pro wood Hand-selected, ink dot certified maple or birch.
High-gloss finish Proprietary coating on every bat for maximum hardness.
Hand-split & boned Split with the grain for strength, then bone-rubbed to compress the surface.

The bat that works for everyone

The Tater® 271 is the classic 271 wood bat — one of the most-used turn models in professional baseball. It's a medium handle, medium barrel, balanced feel. That combination has made it the go-to for power hitters and contact players alike since the early 1970s.

True Versatility

Medium handle and barrel strike a balance that suits power hitters and contact players equally — rare in a single turn model.

Fast Taper

Rapid transition from taper to barrel creates a balanced feel that increases swing speed and keeps hitters in control through contact.

Pro-Grade Wood

Available in maple or birch — ink dot certified, hand-split, and bone-rubbed to the same standard as our pro game bats.

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50+ years in the box. The 271 has been a staple in professional baseball since the early 1970s — built by Tater to the same specs pros have trusted for decades.

Custom build · Ships in approx. 10-14 business days. Need it sooner? Browse ready-to-ship stock bats →

The 271 wood bat — the classic turn

The 271 has been one of the most-used turn models in professional baseball for over 50 years. Its medium handle, medium barrel, and rapid taper-to-barrel transition create a balanced, versatile bat. It doesn't force hitters into a box. Whether you're driving the ball or working the whole field, the 271 holds up.

The flared knob enhances grip and comfort across different hand positions and hitting styles. That's one of the reasons the 271 baseball bat has stayed relevant across generations of professional hitters.

Why the 271 is the most-searched turn model

Walk into any pro clubhouse and ask hitters what turn they swing. A meaningful fraction will say 271. That's not an accident. The 271's medium-medium-balanced spec works for the widest range of hitters of any single turn profile in baseball. Contact hitters get the speed they need. Power hitters get the barrel mass they need. Everyone in between gets a build that doesn't force a tradeoff.

If you don't know what turn model you want yet, the 271 is the right place to start.

How the 271 compares to other Tater turns

The 271 is the classic baseline. Tater Baseball® also offers turns that lean in specific directions:

X12 Pro — thin handle, medium barrel, balanced. The contact-hitter variant.
I13 Pro — medium handle, large barrel, slight end load. The power-hitter variant (hybrid of 271 + 243).
XZ Pro — thin handle, large barrel, slight end load. The middle-of-the-order hybrid.
271 Pro (this) — medium handle, medium barrel, balanced. The classic that fits everyone.

Specs at a glance

Knob: Flared
Handle: Medium
Barrel: Medium
Feel: Balanced
Wood: Maple or birch
Certification: Ink dot certified (pro-spec billet)
Made in: USA
Warranty: 30-day limited warranty

Built in Cheshire, CT

Tater Baseball® hand-builds wood bats for pro, college, and amateur hitters. The 271 Pro carries the same craft standard as every Tater pro-grade bat. Customize length, drop, wood species, and finish in our Custom Wood Bat Builder. New to wood? Start with the Wood Bat Size Chart and the Maple vs. Birch Guide. Not sure which model fits your swing? Take the Bat Finder to confirm length, drop, and feel.

Made in Connecticut, swung in MLB.

LIMITLESS OPTIONS

Below are examples of colors you can mix and match.

Every color can be paired with a different color handle and barrel.

You can use this as a reference to get creative with your custom wood bat!

Higher density wood lasts longer and provides better “pop” off the barrel.
Ink dot tested to prove our bats meet professional standards.
Hand-split wood follows the natural grain, making bats stronger, more durable, and less likely to break.
Bone rubbing compresses the wood fibers, making the bat harder, improving durability, and increasing ball exit speeds.

Feature	Tater® Wood Bat	Store-bought bats	Other brands
DurabilityBuilt for full-season use.	YesBuilt to last	NoBreaks down fast	VariesVaries by brand and model
Bat popExit velocity off the barrel.	YesExplosive & consistent	NoWeak exit velocity	NoInconsistent
Price pointQuality per dollar.	YesPremium that performs	NoOverpaying for low quality	NoOften overpriced for similar quality
MLB-grade woodProfessional lumber spec.	YesPro grade only	NoLower grade	VariesSome use MLB wood, others choice/select
Pro certifiedInk dot tested to MLB spec.	YesCertified pro grade	NoNot certified	YesCertified
RatingsCustomer star reviews.	5 out of 5 stars5 / 5	3 out of 5 stars3 / 5	4 out of 5 stars4 / 5

When you swing wood, the difference isn’t subtle. Every Tater® bat is hand-split, hand-finished, ink dot certified, and bone-rubbed to MLB spec — backed by a 30-day warranty.

TATER KONG

KNOB MEDALLION

Embedded to the bottom of the knob, these medallions are to show that you stand out.

Each medallion signifies identifying characteristics (i.e. pro, amateur, youth) and adds a different element to our bats to #letthatsticktalk.

MADE TO PERFORM

DISTINGUISHED ENGINEERING

Our engineering process is nothing like any other bat company. Each model is engineered and tested to create maximum output.

This allows us to create the best bat on the market, and our software can prove it.

SVS SIGNATURE SERIES

Our Bats are all finished with our industry leading SVS finish technology.

Our finish is second to none and the hardest in the game.

This creates an extremely durable product and drastically increases the surface hardness allowing you to impress at the plate.

PRODUCT FEATURES

CANADIAN MAPLE & BIRCH

Our wood billets are hand-split by top North American producers, meeting the highest baseball bat standards and sourced from annually replenished, sustainably managed second-growth forests.

PERSONALIZED ENGRAVING

Each custom bat has the ability to be customized with a FREE name engraving of your choice.

DESIGNED FOR PERFORMANCE

We keep our standards the same for everyone, from Little League to the Majors - each and every bat is made to the same spec.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 271 turn model?

The 271 is one of the oldest and most-used wood bat turn models in professional baseball, dating back to the early 1970s. The spec is medium handle, medium barrel, balanced feel, with a flared knob and a rapid taper-to-barrel transition. The 271 is sometimes referred to as the C271 in industry catalogs. The Tater® 271 Pro is built to the same specs pros have trusted for over 50 years.

Is the 271 better for contact hitters or power hitters?

Both. The 271's medium-medium-balanced spec is the most versatile turn profile in baseball — it works for power hitters who want enough barrel mass for damage and contact hitters who want enough speed to handle velocity. If you don't yet know what turn model fits your swing, the 271 is the right place to start. If you're sure you want more speed (X12) or more barrel (I13/XL5), Tater Baseball® has dedicated builds for that.

What's the difference between the Tater® 271 Pro and other Tater turns?

The 271 is the classic baseline. The X12 Pro leans contact (thin handle, balanced). The I13 Pro leans power (large barrel, slight end load). The XZ Pro leans middle-of-the-order (thin handle + large barrel hybrid). The 271 sits in the middle of all of them and works for hitters across every spot in the lineup.

What size wood bat should I order?

Length ranges from 30"–34". Drop weight (length-to-weight ratio) ranges from -3 to +2. Drop weight is the difference between bat length in inches and bat weight in ounces — a -3 drop means a 34" bat weighs 31 oz. Most adult hitters use 32"–34" at a -2 or -3 drop. Most BBCOR-certified leagues (high school, NCAA) require -3. For a personalized recommendation by height, weight, and league, use our Wood Bat Size Chart at /pages/wood-bat-size-chart.

What types of wood are Tater bats made from?

Hard maple and yellow birch — both MLB-grade. Maple has been the pro standard for over 20 years: densest, hardest hitting surface, biggest pop on clean contact, but a smaller sweet spot and less forgiveness on mis-hits. Birch sits between maple and ash — similar density to maple with more flex on impact, which makes it more forgiving on mis-hits and a smart starting point for hitters transitioning from metal to wood. Read the full breakdown in our Maple vs Birch vs Ash guide at /blogs/the-lumber-yard/differences-between-maple-birch-and-ash-bats.

Do you offer discounts for team or bulk orders?

Yes — team and bulk pricing is available, typically starting at 12 bats. Contact our team sales desk with your spec, roster size, and timing through /pages/contact-us and we'll send a custom quote within one business day. The more bats in the order, the better the per-unit pricing scales.

Are Tater bats suitable for professional play?

Yes. Tater Baseball is an MLB-supplier wood bat company — our bats are swung by professional players at the highest level of the game. There is no separate "consumer-grade" production line. The same MLB-grade billets, the same hand-finishing process, and the same QA standards apply to every retail bat we ship as to the bats we cut for pro hitters.

What is the warranty on Tater wood bats?

30-day limited warranty on structural cracking under normal field use. To qualify, the bat must be a 2021 model year or later, you must be the original purchaser with proof of purchase from an authorized Tater dealer, and you must have followed our hitting guidelines (no cage-style dimpled balls, no storage in extreme heat or cold like a car trunk, no excessive moisture exposure). Full warranty terms and care guidelines at /pages/tater-wooden-bat-warranty.

Why are wood bats cupped at the end?

Cupping is a small concave dish drilled into the end of the barrel. It removes a few grams of mass from the very tip, which shifts the bat's balance point slightly toward the hands and makes the swing feel quicker through the zone. Tater hand-cups each bat, and our process allows for variable cup depths to dial in feel without compromising end-cap strength — which actually reduces the risk of chips and cracks on inside pitches.

What is the black dot on the handle?

Every Tater maple and birch bat carries an ink dot near the handle as proof of MLB-grade slope-of-grain certification. The ink dot's bleed pattern reveals whether the wood grain runs cleanly along the bat's long axis — a tight bleed means safe, MLB-spec slope; a fast bleed means rejected billet. The dot is the visible proof every bat passed inspection before leaving our shop.

Built to order

Which custom bat is right for you?

Every model is built to your specs. Start with the swing feel, then pick your colors in the builder.

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