Butterfly Outerforce ZLC Chinese Penhold Blade

A light Chinese penhold blade with ZL Carbon, built for rallies from mid-distance too

This Chinese penhold blade layers 2 plies of ZL Carbon into 5 wood plies. Its vibration property (vibration frequency; a higher value tends to feel harder) of 11.4 is the highest among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, while its reaction property of 11.3 is about in the middle. It suits intermediate players who want power on their shots even from mid-distance, a bit back from the table.

Features

• Blade composition: 5 wood plies + 2 ZL Carbon plies
• Reaction property of 11.3 is about in the middle among the Chinese penhold blades we carry
• Vibration property of 11.4 is the highest among the Chinese penhold blades we carry
• Average weight of 79 g is on the light side among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, with a blade thickness of 5.9 mm
• Made in Japan, with a natural wood finish (no cork) on the back

Recommended for

• Intermediate players who want power on their shots even a bit back from the table
• Those who prefer a blade with a firmer feel

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• The ZL Carbon makes it easy to add power to shots even from mid-distance
• A stability-focused design with modest bounce for an Outer Fiber build
• At an average weight of 79 g, it's on the lighter side among the Chinese penhold blades we carry and easy to handle

Things to consider

• Vibration property of 11.4 is the highest among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, which may not suit those who prefer a softer feel
• Reaction property of 11.3 is about in the middle among the Chinese penhold blades we carry, which may feel lacking for those who want especially strong bounce
• At a somewhat thick 5.9 mm, players used to a thinner blade may notice a different feel in the grip

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 11.3 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.