Probats.

A wide-angle photograph of a sleek potter's wheel in a modern North American studio, a Probat charcoal bat is mounted on top with a clean mound of terracotta clay centered for throwing, slate gray background.
A wide-angle photograph of a sleek potter's wheel in a modern North American studio, a Probat charcoal bat is mounted on top with a clean mound of terracotta clay centered for throwing, slate gray background.

Design

Superior design matched with premium materials. Precision engineered tools for the modern ceramicist.

Our Mission

We believe pottery tools should be precision projects. Our mission is to provide North American ceramic artists with the most stable, vibration-free throwing foundation possible. By combining engineered high-density materials with utilitarian design, we ensure your studio workflow is seamless and your

Macro photography of a layered terracotta-colored composite material, showing raw tactile texture and a clean industrial cut, shallow depth of field, warm natural light in a professional ceramic workspace in North America.
Macro photography of a layered terracotta-colored composite material, showing raw tactile texture and a clean industrial cut, shallow depth of field, warm natural light in a professional ceramic workspace in North America.

Our Systems

Classic

The reliable foundation for every daily throw.

Engineered

High-precision bats for technical studio work.

Utility

Maximum rigidity for heavy, large-scale forms.

A warm, sunlit pottery studio in North America with high ceilings and brick walls, showing a row of organized wheels equipped with Probat systems, finished tan ceramics drying on wooden boards in the background.
A warm, sunlit pottery studio in North America with high ceilings and brick walls, showing a row of organized wheels equipped with Probat systems, finished tan ceramics drying on wooden boards in the background.

Select Your Model

A professional high-angle product photograph of a circular charcoal gray pottery bat, 10 inches in diameter, placed on a clean off-white linen surface, minimalist lighting highlighting the precision-milled edges, North American studio aesthetic.
A professional high-angle product photograph of a circular charcoal gray pottery bat, 10 inches in diameter, placed on a clean off-white linen surface, minimalist lighting highlighting the precision-milled edges, North American studio aesthetic.
The Alpha

Starter System

A professional studio shot of a 12-inch terracotta-colored pottery bat system, perfectly flat and balanced, centered on an off-white table with soft architectural shadows.
A professional studio shot of a 12-inch terracotta-colored pottery bat system, perfectly flat and balanced, centered on an off-white table with soft architectural shadows.
The Core

Professional 10-inch

A clean product shot of an tan-colored pottery bat, showing its unique underside mounting system, sharp focus on the interlocking mechanisms, placed on a slate blue studio workbench.
A clean product shot of an tan-colored pottery bat, showing its unique underside mounting system, sharp focus on the interlocking mechanisms, placed on a slate blue studio workbench.
The Master

Professional 12-inch

A set of six varied pottery bats stacked neatly on a wooden shelf, showing the different sizes and slim profiles, soft natural light from a window in a North American pottery studio.
A set of six varied pottery bats stacked neatly on a wooden shelf, showing the different sizes and slim profiles, soft natural light from a window in a North American pottery studio.
The Titan

Heavy Duty 14"

Detailed shot of a 16-inch heavy duty pottery bat, circular and robust, textured charcoal finish, dramatic side lighting showing the thickness and durability of the material.
Detailed shot of a 16-inch heavy duty pottery bat, circular and robust, textured charcoal finish, dramatic side lighting showing the thickness and durability of the material.
The Grand

Heavy Duty 16-inch Bat

Photography of a custom-sized pottery bat being held by a potter's hands, showing the scale and the tactile, matte finish of the dark slate blue material, professional studio lighting.
Photography of a custom-sized pottery bat being held by a potter's hands, showing the scale and the tactile, matte finish of the dark slate blue material, professional studio lighting.
The Apex

Custom Studio Edition

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