Nittaku Engent Shakehand Blade

An entry-level all-round shakehand finished in purple

An all-round shakehand made for people who have just started playing table tennis. The manufacturer highlights that shots go into the opponent's court easily, which makes it easier to keep rallies going longer. It is made of 5 wood plies and has a purple-based design.

Features

• The manufacturer classifies it as "All-round." 5-ply wood, 6.0 mm thick
• The feel of each hit is easy to sense, a build suited to the stage of learning the basics
• On Nittaku's own ratings, speed is Mid and feel is Hard
• Blade 156×152 mm, grip 100×23.5 mm, about 83 g (manufacturer-stated)
• The product name is a coined word made from English words meaning endurance, challenge, and continuation

Recommended for

• People who have just started playing table tennis
• Players who want to practice keeping rallies going longer
• Anyone who would like a racket with a purple-based design

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• Rallies are less likely to break down, so you can get in more hits while practicing
• Speed is the middle rating, Mid, on Nittaku's own scale, so it does not rebound too much

Things to consider

• Feel is rated Hard on Nittaku's scale, so it may not suit players who prefer a soft touch
• The grip shape cannot be chosen (only one type is offered)

Specifications

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

FAQ

Q. Is this a racket for beginners?

A. Yes. The manufacturer presents it as a racket for beginners. It is an all-round blade of 5 wood plies.

Q. Does it come with rubbers?

A. No. It is the blade only; rubbers are sold separately.

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 Australia and Brazil. It cannot be shipped to the United States. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.
• 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.