Butterfly Mizutani Jun Major Offensive Shakehand Blade

An all-wood blade with restrained bounce, made for players starting table tennis

The Mizutani Jun Major is an entry-level offensive shakehand blade for players starting table tennis. Made entirely of 5 wood plies, its reaction property of 9.4 and vibration property of 8 are the lowest figures among our offensive shakehand blades. With its restrained bounce, it suits players who want to practice basic strokes with their first blade.

Features

• Blade composition of 5 wood plies only, with no special material.
• Reaction property of 9.4 and vibration property of 8 are the lowest figures among our offensive shakehand blades.
• Blade thickness 5.7 mm, average weight 86 g, made in Japan.
• Blade size 157×150 mm (Regular), FL (Flared) grip.
• Designed as an entry-level blade with an emphasis on easy control.

Recommended for

• Players new to table tennis looking for an easy-to-handle blade
• Players who want a low-bounce blade to learn the feel of keeping the ball on the table

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• A lower reaction property means shots are less likely to fly past the table.
• Vibration property of 8 is the lowest among our offensive shakehand blades, indicating a softer feel on paper.
• Average weight of 86 g is around the middle, a standard weight that isn't too heavy.

Things to consider

• Because the reaction property is modest, advanced players seeking powerful shots may find it lacking.
• Since it uses no special material, it may not suit a speed-focused playing style.
• Only the FL (Flared) grip is available.

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. How low are a reaction property of 9.4 and a vibration property of 8?

A. Among the offensive shakehand blades we carry (reaction property 9.4–12.5, vibration property 8.0–11.6), this blade is the lowest on both counts. Bounce is restrained, indicating a softer feel on paper.

Q. What rubber pairs well with this blade?

A. The manufacturer suggests the Rozena inverted rubber as an entry-level pairing.

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.
• Rubbers are sold separately. Please also choose two rubbers, 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.