Butterfly Timo Boll TJ Offensive Shakehand Blade

A light, compact offensive blade with carbon, for ages 10–13.

This compact offensive shakehand blade, combining 3 wood plies with 2 layers of carbon, is built for children ages 10–13. Its average weight of 69 g is the lightest among the offensive shakehand blades we carry. It suits children who want to attack with a carbon-fiber racket as they aim for a higher level.

Features

• A blade construction combining 3 wood plies with 2 layers of carbon.
• The average weight of 69 g is the lightest among the offensive shakehand blades we carry.
• The vibration property (a measure of vibration frequency — the higher the number, the firmer the feel) of 11.4 is high among the offensive shakehand blades we carry.
• The blade size is a compact 154×146 mm.
• The grip size is 95×21×30 mm, made shorter than usual.

Recommended for

• Children ages 10–13 who want to develop quick attacking play with a light racket
• Those who want to hit powerful shots with a carbon-fiber racket

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• At 69 g on average, it is the lightest among our offensive shakehand blades and easy to swing through.
• With 2 layers of carbon, it is designed to produce powerful shots even as a light racket.
• Both the blade and grip are compact and easy to handle.

Things to consider

• At 11.4, the vibration property is high, and some players may notice a firmer feel.
• Because it is a compact size for ages 10–13, it may feel small depending on the player's build.
• Only the FL grip is available, so no other shape can be chosen.

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 is this different from an all-wood racket?

A. It combines 3 wood plies with 2 layers of carbon. Despite being designed for powerful shots with carbon, its average weight stays at 69 g.

Q. Can I choose the grip?

A. Only FL (Flared) is available. It widens toward the end of the grip and measures 95 mm long, 21 mm thick, and 30 mm across the end.

Q. What age range is this designed for?

A. This model is designed for children ages 10–13. The grip is shorter and slimmer, and the blade is also made smaller.

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.