Butterfly Galedia Revolver Reverse Penhold Blade

A lightweight penhold blade with identical front and back that you can flip to use either side

This is a reverse penhold blade combining 3 wood plies with 2 layers of Arylate Carbon. Because the back is shaped just like the front, you can flip the blade to use either side. At an especially light average weight of 60 g, it suits play that switches between attack and defense close to the table.

Features

• A reverse penhold blade — a shape that's easy to flip and use on either side — with a back shaped just like the front.
• Blade composition: 3 wood plies plus 2 layers of Arylate Carbon.
• Average weight of 60 g is on the light side even among the penhold blades we carry.
• Vibration property of 8.2 is on the low side even among the penhold blades we carry.
• Made in Japan, with a Round blade measuring 161×141 mm.

Recommended for

• Players who want to switch smoothly between attack and defense close to the table
• Players who want to practice using both sides with a lightweight blade

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• The matching front and back make it easy to flip and use either side.
• A light average weight of 60 g makes it easy to swing quickly.
• Vibration property of 8.2 is low among our penhold blades, indicating a softer feel on paper.

Things to consider

• Because it's light at 60 g average weight, generating powerful shots takes some adjustment in your swing.
• If you apply rubber to only one side, the back needs a sheet in a different color.
• Reaction property of 10.5 is modest among our penhold blades, which may feel lacking to players who want strong bounce.

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 a reverse penhold blade?

A. It's a penhold blade whose back is shaped just like the front, making it easy to flip and use either side. If you apply rubber to only one side, you use a different-colored sheet on the back.

Q. Can this be used in large-ball competition?

A. Yes. The manufacturer states that it can also be used in large-ball competition.

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.