Butterfly Timo Boll CAF Chinese Penhold Blade

A Chinese-style penhold blade with CA Fiber, light at 79 g average weight

This is a Chinese-style penhold blade combining 3 wood plies with 2 layers of CA Fiber. With a reaction property of 10.6 and a vibration property of 10.4, its average weight of 79 g is on the light side among our Chinese-style penhold blades. It's an easy choice even for players using a special-material blade for the first time.

Features

• Blade composition: 3 wood plies plus 2 layers of CA Fiber.
• Average weight of 79 g is on the light side among the Chinese-style penhold blades we carry.
• Blade thickness of 5.7 mm is a middling thickness among the Chinese-style penhold blades we carry.
• Reaction property of 10.6 and vibration property of 10.4 mean bounce is modest among our Chinese-style penhold blades.
• Made in Japan; the back has a natural wood finish with no cork.

Recommended for

• Players ready to move on from an all-wood blade to try a special material
• Players who value maneuverability with a lighter blade

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• With CA Fiber, it's easier to add spin and shots tend to stay stable.
• A light average weight of 79 g makes it easy to swing through the ball.
• A standard 5.7 mm thickness makes for an easy-to-handle design.

Things to consider

• Vibration property of 10.4 is a little above the median for our Chinese-style penhold blades, indicating a somewhat firmer feel on paper.
• Because reaction property of 10.6 is somewhat modest, players who prioritize power may find it lacking.
• Because it's light, putting weight behind your shots may take some adjustment in your swing.

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 kind of material is CA Fiber?

A. It's a special material made from a fiber derived from wood. This blade combines 3 wood plies with 2 layers of CA Fiber.

Q. What if I want to apply rubber to only one side of a Chinese-style penhold?

A. If you apply rubber to only one side, you use a different-colored racket sheet on the back.

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.