Nittaku Arrester Shakehand Blade

A defensive 5-ply shakehand with about 90 g of weight to take on hard shots

A Japanese-made defensive shakehand of 5 wood plies. At about 90 g (manufacturer-stated) it is on the heavy side, built to make it easier to take on an opponent's hard shots. Besides players who defend by chopping, it is also a candidate for players who return the ball defensively close to the table.

Features

• The manufacturer classifies it as "Defensive." 5-ply wood, 5.3 mm thick
• Weighs about 90 g (manufacturer-stated), a heavier design
• On Nittaku's own ratings, speed is Slow and feel is Soft
• Blade 165×156 mm (manufacturer-stated). Country of origin: Japan
• Two grip types to choose from: FL (flared) and ST (straight)

Recommended for

• Players whose main style is chopping
• Players who want to defend mainly by blocking close to the table
• Players looking for a Japanese-made defensive racket

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• Its weight makes it easier to absorb an opponent's hard hits
• A Slow rating on Nittaku's scale, with restrained rebound, makes it easier to control the ball

Things to consider

• At about 90 g it is somewhat heavy, so it may feel heavier to players used to lighter rackets
• Because it is geared toward defense, it may not suit players who want attacking power

Specifications

Speed, Feel are Nittaku's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.

FAQ

Q. Can players whose main style is not chopping use it?

A. Yes. Besides players whose main style is chopping, the manufacturer says it also suits players who return the ball defensively close to the table.

Q. What is the difference between FL and ST?

A. It is the shape of the grip. The sizes are 100×24 mm for FL (flared) and 100×22 mm for ST (straight) (manufacturer-stated).

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.
• Weights are 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.