The Phoenix Bats Select Cut bats are the same great bats run out of the highest professional grade wood, but are stock that didn't meet spec for certain customers. These could be overstock, slightly miss-weighted, incorrect model or length cut, etc. To simplify the process, and to offer a budget friendly option, they have standardized their new Select Cut bats in a full black gloss finish with a set engraving that specifies the length and wood of each bat. This budget friendly option allows for a solid back-up bat for those tournaments, a great cage bat, or if you're on a budget these bats are great for everyday gamers.