Butterfly Hadraw JPV-R Japanese Penhold Blade

A Round-blade Japanese penhold built for close-to-table speed attacks

This is a Round-blade Japanese penhold, built for speed-oriented play. Made of 5 wood plies, its reaction property of 11.4 is around the middle among the penhold blades we carry, and its vibration property (a measure of vibration frequency — the higher the number, the firmer the feel) of 10.7 is somewhat high. It suits fast-tempo play close to the table.

Features

• A Japanese penhold built for speed-oriented play, with a Round blade measuring 161×141 mm.
• Blade thickness of 7.1 mm is on the thick side even among the penhold blades we carry.
• Blade composition is 5 wood plies only, with no special material.
• Average weight of 78 g is on the light side among the penhold blades we carry.
• Made in Japan; the back is finished in black lacquer.

Recommended for

• Players who want to learn fast-tempo attacking play close to the table
• Players who value easy swing-through with a lighter blade

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• A light average weight of 78 g makes it easy to swing quickly.
• The Round blade (161×141 mm) is shaped for speed-oriented play.
• Reaction property of 11.4 gives it bounce, making it easy to add power even close to the table.

Things to consider

• Vibration property of 10.7 is a little above the median for our penhold blades, indicating a somewhat firmer feel on paper.
• Because it's designed for speed-oriented play, players focused mainly on drives may want to compare it with the drive-oriented JPV-S.
• Because reaction property of 11.4 gives it bounce, beginners may find the ball tends to float.

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's the difference between the JPV-S and the JPV-R?

A. The JPV-S is built for drive-oriented play with a Square blade, while this JPV-R is built for speed-oriented play with a Round blade. Reaction property, vibration property, and average weight are the same for both; what differs is the blade shape and the intended style of play.

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.