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The introduction of croquet in 1851 at the Great Exhibition won John Jaques II a Gold medal and a place in sporting history.
As one of the few sports where men and women play on equal terms, croquet afforded young Victorian men and women opportunity to mingle out of the shadow of chaperones.
Croquet hoops are a mere 1/8” wider than the standard croquet ball – a far cry from early days of the sport, where player Arthur Law’s spaniel could slip through with ease.
John Jaques II’s game of Croquet took the world by storm, with matches in far flung Russian provinces to Abraham Lincoln’s Cabinet playing on the White House lawn.
Croquet hoops are a mere 1/8” wider than the standard croquet ball – a far cry from early days of the sport, where player Arthur Law’s spaniel could slip through with ease.
Croquet has reached the ends of the earth – in 2005 a group of American scientists became the first to play the game at the South Pole.
The game of Croquett invented by John Jaques II in 1851 has spawned many variations, including ‘extreme croquet’, where the smooth lawns of the 19th century are replaced by a rugged landscape of streams and potholes.
Buy a Croquet Mallet
Jaques Oxford ash mallet is hand made from solid English sports ash. Choosing a mallet is never easy as the mallet is probably the most important part of a player’s armoury. Many experienced players prefer a slightly heavier mallet and to this end this model is fitted with brass rings, which add weight while helping protect the mallet faces from damage by mis-hit shots. It features a unique wedging system developed by the Jaques family, and has a traditional octagonal handle, which helps a player feel correct alignment of the mallet in play. The mallet faces are scored with concentric rings, which aid the playing of stop shots and follow through roll shots. Size 37in (94cm) overall, with a 9in (23cm) x 3in (7.5cm) head.
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7 - 10 working days is £3.95
3-5 working days is £6.95
Next Day note - Monday to Thursday only and orders must be placed by 2pm £9.95.
Full European Shipping Please select Country at checkout
We can also ship Worldwide easily. Please use the contact form and we will be back to you within 1 working day, alternativly please telephone 01732 500200
Ping Pong / Table Tennis and Football tables
Within 100 miles of Central London £30 Over 100 Miles from Central London £75
Slate Bed Pool Tables
Within 100 miles of Central London £150 Over 100 Miles from Central London £250
You may return any Jaques product within 30 days for a full no quibble refund should you not be entirely satisfied with your purchase.
Any item Manufactured and Sold by Jaques of London on this Website has a standard guarantee against manufacturing defects for 1 year.
Any item Manufactured and Sold by Jaques of London on this Website has a standard guarantee against manufacturing defects for 1 year.
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