Elite Series
Pro Ink-Dot Bats
Professional-grade wood with verified grain straightness under 3°. Viper Strike hardened—game-ready, no break-in required.
- Top 10% wood grade (<3° grain)
- Ink-dot quality verified
- Viper Strike hardening included
- 45-day warranty
How Viper Elite Compares
Professional ink-dot wood, faster production, and the easiest warranty claim in the business
| Feature | Viper Elite | Marucci Custom Pro Model | Old Hickory Custom Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $179.95 | $189.99 | — |
| Standard Production | 10-14 business days | 3-4 weeks | — |
| Warranty Length | 45 days | 30 days, one time | 60 days, one time |
| Cost to File a Claim | $35 flat, shipping to you included | Not published | You pay return shipping |
| Ship Your Broken Bat Back? | No | Not published | Yes, within 14 business days |
| Off-Sweet-Spot Breaks | ✓ Covered | Not published | Not covered |
| Replacement Turnaround | Shipped within 5 business days | Not published | Allow 3-4 weeks |
| Wood Quality | Pro Ink-Dot (Top 10%), <3° grain deviation | — | — |
| Viper Strike Hardening | ✓ Included | — | — |
Competitor details from each brand's published product pages and warranty policies, checked September 30, 2026. "Not published" means the brand's policy does not state it. Peak-season Viper standard production runs 2-3 weeks; Express (5 business days) and Priority (3 business days) are available.
Pro ink-dot wood for less, standard production in 10-14 business days instead of 3-4 weeks, and a warranty that replaces your bat for $35 flat — no shipping it back, no arguing about where you hit it.