Nittaku Goriki J Japanese Penhold Blade

A heavyweight Japanese penhold of about 100 g that makes use of unorthodox rubber on the reverse side.

The Goriki J is a Japanese penhold model designed with unorthodox rubber (such as long pips or OX rubber, which has no sponge) on the reverse side in mind. It is deliberately finished on the heavy side, at about 100 g, with a larger blade to help keep blocks stable. It suits players with an unorthodox attack-and-defense style who like to play with variation.

Features

• The plywood has 7 wood plies, all of them walnut, for a fairly firm construction.
• The manufacturer states a weight of about 100 g, which is on the heavy side, and the blade is designed on the assumption that you also hit with unorthodox rubber on the reverse side.
• The blade is round and on the large side at 160×154 mm, designed to make blocks easier to keep stable.
• Nittaku's published ratings are Mid-slow for speed and Soft for feel, and the blade thickness is 4.9 mm.
• The grip measures 90×15 mm. According to the manufacturer's notes it has an unpainted finish, and the country of origin is Japan.

Recommended for

• Japanese penhold players who want to put unorthodox rubber on the reverse side as well
• Players who want to block an opponent's hard hits steadily with a heavier racket
• Players who want to throw opponents off with varied play

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• The weight and larger blade are designed to make blocks easier to keep stable.
• Designed for a style of play that adds variation with unorthodox rubber on the reverse side.
• A Nittaku racket with Japan as its country of origin.

Things to consider

• At about 100 g it is on the heavy side, so players used to lighter rackets may need time to get used to it.
• Because it is designed on the assumption that rubber will also be attached to the reverse side, please check before choosing if you plan to use only the front side.
• Rubber is sold separately. If you attach rubber to both sides, you will need two sheets.

Specifications

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

FAQ

Q. Can I attach rubber to the reverse side of a Japanese penhold?

A. Yes. This model is designed with the intention of attaching unorthodox rubber with thin sponge to the reverse side.

Q. How much does it weigh?

A. The manufacturer states about 100 g. Because the blade is made of wood, the weight differs from blade to blade.

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.
• 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.