Butterfly Fan Zhendong ZLC Chinese Penhold Blade

A Chinese penhold blade with ZL Carbon, reaction property 11.7 and a light 82 g average weight

This Chinese penhold blade combines ZL Carbon with 5 wood plies. Its reaction property of 11.7 is on the higher side among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, and its average weight of 82 g is on the light side. It suits intermediate to advanced players who want to attack with the bounce while staying stable through long rallies.

Features

• Blade composition: 5 wood plies + ZL Carbon
• Reaction property of 11.7 is on the higher side among the Chinese penhold blades we carry
• Vibration property (vibration frequency; a higher value tends to feel harder) of 10.8 is a bit high, and the 5.5 mm blade thickness is on the thin side
• Average weight of 82 g, with a grip size of 82×24×32 mm
• Made in Japan, with a natural wood finish (no cork) on the back

Recommended for

• Players who want to keep attacking with the bounce through long rallies
• Those who want a light blade that's also high in reaction

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• Reaction property of 11.7 is on the high side, making powerful shots easier to produce
• The ZL Carbon construction helps shots stay stable through long rallies
• At an average weight of 82 g, it's on the lighter side among the Chinese penhold blades we carry and easy to handle

Things to consider

• Because reaction property is a high 11.7, those just starting out may find the ball tends to float up
• Vibration property of 10.8 is a bit above the median among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, indicating a slightly firmer feel on paper
• Because the bounce is strong, short balls over the table and other touch shots may take some getting used to

Specifications

Figures are the manufacturer's published values. Speed, spin, arc, sponge hardness, reaction property and vibration property are Butterfly's own indices.

FAQ

Q. What is ZL Carbon?

A. It's a Butterfly special material that combines bounce and flex with high strength. If sanding the grip or other areas causes the fibers to fray, Butterfly recommends smoothing them with fine-grit sandpaper.

Q. What if I only want to put rubber on one side of a Chinese penhold blade?

A. If you only put rubber on one side, apply a racket sheet in a different color to the other side.

Before you buy

• This item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.
• If it is out of stock at the manufacturer or supplier, delivery may take longer. If a restock is not expected, we may cancel your order. We will contact you by email in either case.
• Ships from Osaka, Japan by Japan Post. We ship this item to the United States, Australia and Brazil. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.
• United States: we prepay the US import duty. It is included in the shipping fee shown at checkout, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.
• Australia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.
• Brazil: import taxes (about 93–100% of the order value including shipping) are paid by the recipient on delivery. Your CPF number is required for customs; we will ask for it by email after you order.
• Rubber is sold separately. Please also choose rubber, glue and edge tape.
• The average weight is a guide. Because the blade is made of wood, weight and grain vary from blade to blade.
• Images are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.
• Specifications and design may change without notice.