Nittaku Factive7 Shakehand Blade

An offensive 7-ply shakehand with a wood edge guard

An offensive shakehand of 7 wood plies. Its strength is that you can hit while feeling the ball bite into the rubber. It comes with a wood edge guard, a thin layer of wood covering the rim. It suits players who are learning the basics and aiming for the next level.

Features

• 7 wood plies, 6.2 mm thick, about 83 g (manufacturer-stated)
• On Nittaku's own ratings, speed is Mid-fast and feel is Hard
• Comes with a wood edge guard (a thin layer of wood covering the rim), designed with cracks from table hits in mind
• Two grip types to choose from: FL (flared) and ST (straight)
• The manufacturer presents the Factive rubber as a well-matched combination

Recommended for

• Players who are learning the basics and want to build up their attacking game
• Players who worry about damaging the racket by hitting it on the table
• Players who want to use it together with the Factive rubber

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• The wood edge guard is designed with cracks from table hits in mind
• Two grip shapes to choose from

Things to consider

• Speed is rated Mid-fast on Nittaku's scale, so players who have just started may find that shots tend to pop up
• Feel is rated Hard on Nittaku's scale, so players who prefer a soft touch may find it firm

Specifications

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

FAQ

Q. How should I choose between FL and ST?

A. FL (flared) widens toward the end of the grip, while ST (straight) is straight. The sizes are 100×24.0 mm for FL and 100×22.5 mm for ST (manufacturer-stated). Choose whichever feels more comfortable to hold.

Q. What is a wood edge guard?

A. It is a thin layer of wood that covers and protects the edge (side) of the blade. It is designed so the racket is less likely to crack if it hits the table.

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.