2024 Combat MFG Spec CR1 Mint Militia Balanced Slowpitch Bat Review
The 2024 Combat Spec CR1 Mint Militia is a limited, individually numbered one-piece USSSA slowpitch bat with a balanced 12.5-inch triple-barrel composite build and a distinctive mint-and-pink colorway.
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How we score ↗How big and forgiving the barrel is — based on barrel length, construction (one- vs two-piece, alloy vs composite), and how it plays on balls hit off the center. A primary driver of the overall score.
Raw exit velocity and distance. We use measured numbers from freely available independent testing when they exist; otherwise construction and consensus, judged against the certification’s performance ceiling. A primary driver of the overall score.
Comfort and feedback on contact — vibration dampening from the knob/connection, the sting of a stiff one-piece vs a smooth two-piece, and the sound off the barrel. A primary driver of the overall score.
How well it holds up and how the company stands behind it — documented cracking/denting reports, cold-weather behavior, and the brand’s real warranty record. Good to know, but weighted lightly in the score.
Our take on price-for-performance — the overall package weighed against its cost and what comparable bats run. Shown for context; it is NOT factored into the overall score (price changes too often and is personal).
Why this score: The balanced 12.5-inch barrel earns good swing-weight and feel scores. Power trails loaded bats, and the limited run plus boutique pricing temper the value score.
Our Review
The Mint Militia is a limited-edition colorway in Combat's Spec CR1 slowpitch line — only 250 were made, each individually numbered. Under the flashy mint-and-pink finish it's a serious bat: a one-piece composite built with Combat's Triple Barrel Composite construction and a balanced 12.5-inch barrel, certified for USSSA, NSA and ISA. The triple-barrel design is engineered to be hot out of the wrapper and to hold up to heavy use without losing pop. The balanced swing weight and 12.5-inch barrel make this a control-first bat — quick through the zone and easy to square up, which suits contact and gap hitters more than max-distance bombers. The one-piece construction gives a stiff, connected feel, and Combat's tacky Clinch Spec grip helps with bat control. The 12.5-inch barrel is shorter than a 13-inch model, so the sweet spot is a touch smaller. As a limited run it's as much a collector's bat as a gamer, but for a balanced hitter who lands one, it's a legitimately strong-performing boutique option.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- One-piece triple-barrel composite is hot out of the wrapper
- Balanced 12.5-inch barrel is quick and easy to control
- Limited run of 250 individually numbered bats with collector appeal
Cons
- Balanced build gives up end-load distance to power-oriented bats
- Limited 250-bat run means availability is scarce
Full Specifications
| Brand | Combat MFG |
|---|---|
| Model | Spec CR1 Mint Militia Balanced |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Certification | Slowpitch |
| Sport | Softball |
| Construction | One-piece composite (SPEC CR1 Triple Barrel Composite) |
| Model # | CSU4MM1B |
| Drop | — |
| Barrel | 12.5" |
| Swing Weight | Balanced |
| MSRP | $299 |
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2024 Combat MFG Spec CR1 Mint Militia Balanced Slowpitch Bat — FAQ
Is the 2024 Combat MFG Spec CR1 Mint Militia Balanced a good Slowpitch bat?
We rate it 7.7/10 (Grade B). The 2024 Combat Spec CR1 Mint Militia is a limited, individually numbered one-piece USSSA slowpitch bat with a balanced 12.5-inch triple-barrel composite build and a distinctive mint-and-pink colorway.
Is the Combat MFG Spec CR1 Mint Militia Balanced Slowpitch-legal?
Yes — it's Slowpitch certified by the certifying labs. Certified for USSSA / NSA / ISA slowpitch play.
How much does the 2024 Spec CR1 Mint Militia Balanced cost?
MSRP is $299. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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Sources: Combat MFG — Spec CR1 Mint Militia Balanced USSSA CSU4MM1B (official) · Combat MFG — Slowpitch Bats