2026 Old Hickory P100 Pro Maple Wood Bat Review
A C243-profile power turn with a large 2 9/16" barrel, thin handle and a slightly end-heavy feel built for stronger hitters who want weight in the barrel.
The Score
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: The big C243 barrel and end-load drive top power and sweet-spot scores; the heavy feel is the trade-off that lowers swing-weight ease. Pro-grade maple and the 60-day warranty hold durability and value up.
Our Review
The P100 is the second of Old Hickory's two C243-profile turns, and it is built for power. It has a large 2 9/16" barrel with a medium taper to a thin handle and a slight flare into the knob, with the weight biased toward the end of the bat. Old Hickory recommends it specifically for stronger players who prefer more of the bat's weight in the barrel, and that end-heavy bias is what gives it its punch. It is made to order from #1-grade hard rock maple or birch and carries the 60-day warranty. If you can handle the load, the big barrel and end weight make this one of the harder-hitting turns in the line.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Large 2 9/16" barrel with weight biased toward the end for power
- Big hitting area from the C243 profile
- Made to order in maple or birch with a 60-day warranty
Cons
- End-heavy load is demanding and best for stronger hitters
- Made-to-order with a 3-4 week build time
Full Specifications
| Brand | Old Hickory |
|---|---|
| Model | P100 Pro Maple |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Certification | Wood |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Construction | Custom Pro maple (C243 profile) |
| Model # | P100 |
| Drop | -3 |
| Barrel | 2 9/16" |
| Swing Weight | End-loaded |
| MSRP | $199 |
Where to Buy
2026 Old Hickory P100 Pro Maple Wood Bat — FAQ
Is the 2026 Old Hickory P100 Pro Maple a good Wood bat?
We rate it 8.5/10 (Grade A). A C243-profile power turn with a large 2 9/16" barrel, thin handle and a slightly end-heavy feel built for stronger hitters who want weight in the barrel.
What drops does the P100 Pro Maple come in?
The 2026 P100 Pro Maple Wood comes in -3.
How much does the 2026 P100 Pro Maple cost?
MSRP is $199. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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Sources: HittingWorld — Old Hickory Custom Pro Series (turn specs) · Old Hickory — Custom Pro collection