Butterfly SK Carbon Offensive Shakehand Blade

A thin, light carbon-fiber blade that is easy to swing through.

This offensive shakehand blade combines 3 wood plies with 2 layers of carbon in a thin, light design. At 5.2 mm, the blade thickness is the thinnest among the offensive shakehand blades we carry, and its average weight of 78 g is also on the light side. It suits players moving up from an all-wood racket to one with special materials.

Features

• A thin, light blade construction combining 3 wood plies with 2 layers of carbon.
• At 5.2 mm, the blade thickness is the thinnest among the offensive shakehand blades we carry.
• The average weight of 78 g is on the light side among the offensive shakehand blades we carry.
• The reaction property (a guide to how much bounce the blade has) of 10.5 is modest among the offensive shakehand blades we carry.
• The vibration property (a measure of vibration frequency — the higher the number, the firmer the feel) of 10.5 is on the higher side among the offensive shakehand blades we carry.

Recommended for

• Players who want an easy swing with a light, thin blade
• Those considering a move from an all-wood racket to one with special materials

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• At 78 g on average, it is light and easy to swing through.
• At 5.2 mm thick, it is a thin, easy-to-handle construction.
• An easy choice for players moving from an all-wood racket to one with special materials.

Things to consider

• The reaction property of 10.5 is modest, so generating power may require a fuller swing.
• At 10.5, the vibration property is on the higher side, and some players may notice a firmer feel.
• As a wood blade, there is some natural variation in weight and dimensions from piece to piece.

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. Is this suitable for someone using a racket with special materials for the first time?

A. Yes. This model is designed for players moving from an all-wood racket to one with special materials. It has a light, thin construction at 78 g average weight and 5.2 mm blade thickness.

Q. Can I choose the grip?

A. You can choose between 2 grips: FL (Flared) and ST (Straight).

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.