2026 Old Hickory MT27 Mike Trout Maple Wood Bat Review
Mike Trout's actual game-model turn from Old Hickory, cut from #1-grade rock maple to the same spec the company ships its pros.
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How we score ↗The grade, density and grain of the billet — slope-of-grain, ink-dot certification, and whether it’s a true pro-cut. The headline for a wood bat. A primary driver of the overall score.
Barrel size and the turn-model profile (110/243/271/I13 and the like) — how much hitting surface and forgiveness the shape gives you.
How the wood feels and sounds at contact — the flex/stiffness of the handle, and the crack off a quality billet.
How well the wood holds up — density and grain quality (and, for composite wood, engineered toughness). Far more important on a wood bat than on alloy.
How hard the ball comes off for a wood bat — real, but a lighter factor here since wood isn’t about chasing max exit velocity.
Quality per dollar versus comparable pro-grade or composite wood. Shown for context; NOT factored into the overall score.
Why this score: Boutique pro wood quality lifts feel and overall; value dips slightly because you pay a premium for the supplier name and player model.
Our Review
Old Hickory makes Trout's gamer, and the MT27 you buy is the same Custom Pro maple turn they send him, cut from #1-grade hard rock maple. Old Hickory is one of the most respected boutique pro suppliers in baseball, and the wood quality shows in the density and finish. It is a premium price, but you are buying genuine pro-grade lumber from a top MLB supplier rather than a mass-market stock bat.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Genuine pro game-model turn from a top MLB supplier
- Cut from #1-grade hard rock maple for density and pop
- Balanced feel suits a wide range of hitters
Cons
- Premium price versus mainstream stock maple
- 45-day warranty is standard, not generous, for the price
Full Specifications
| Brand | Old Hickory |
|---|---|
| Model | MT27 Mike Trout Maple |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Certification | Wood |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Construction | Custom Pro maple |
| Model # | MT27 |
| Drop | -3 |
| Barrel | Large |
| Swing Weight | Balanced |
| MSRP | $199.99 |
Where to Buy
2026 Old Hickory MT27 Mike Trout Maple Wood Bat — FAQ
Is the 2026 Old Hickory MT27 Mike Trout Maple a good Wood bat?
We rate it 8.4/10 (Grade A). Mike Trout's actual game-model turn from Old Hickory, cut from #1-grade rock maple to the same spec the company ships its pros.
What drops does the MT27 Mike Trout Maple come in?
The 2026 MT27 Mike Trout Maple Wood comes in -3.
How much does the 2026 MT27 Mike Trout Maple cost?
MSRP is $199.99. We've seen it for $139.99. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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Sources: CheapBats — Old Hickory MT27 (Maple) product page · Old Hickory Bat Company — Custom Pro