Butterfly Outerforce ALC Chinese Penhold Blade

A Chinese penhold blade with an Outer Fiber construction and a light 77 g average weight

This Chinese penhold blade layers 2 plies of Arylate Carbon into 5 wood plies. Built for intermediate players, it has a modest bounce for an Outer Fiber build. Its average weight of 77 g is on the light side, suiting players who want good quick ball release (the sensation of the ball leaving the blade quickly).

Features

• Blade composition: 5 wood plies + 2 Arylate Carbon plies
• Reaction property of 11.4 is about in the middle among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, and vibration property (vibration frequency; a higher value tends to feel harder) of 10.7 is a bit high
• Average weight of 77 g is on the lighter side among the Chinese penhold blades we carry
• Blade thickness of 6.2 mm is on the thicker side among the Chinese penhold blades we carry
• Made in Japan, with a natural wood finish (no cork) on the back

Recommended for

• Intermediate players who want a light blade with stable shots
• Those who want to try an Outer Fiber build starting with a lower-bounce model

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• Good quick ball release makes stable play easier
• At an average weight of 77 g, it's on the lighter side among the Chinese penhold blades we carry and easy to handle
• Bounce is modest for an Outer Fiber build, tending to make it easier to control

Things to consider

• Vibration property of 10.7 is a bit above the median among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, indicating a slightly firmer feel on paper
• At a thick 6.2 mm, players used to a thinner blade may notice a different feel in the grip
• Reaction property of 11.4 is about in the middle among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, which may feel lacking for those who want especially 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 skill level is this for?

A. This model is recommended for intermediate players. Its reaction property of 11.4 is about in the middle among the Chinese penhold blades we carry.

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.