Nittaku Jewel Large Rubber

A spin-focused large ball rubber that makes spin easy to apply close to the table and in short play over it

Jewel Large is a rubber for large ball table tennis (played with a larger ball). Its pip shape makes it easy to put spin on the ball, and shots tend to rise naturally. It also helps keep serves and returns steady, which suits players who want to use spin as a weapon close to the table.

Features

• The pip shape helps generate spin and gives the ball a trajectory that lifts right after you hit it.
• It helps keep spin techniques steady in over-the-table play (handling short balls over the table), such as serves and returns.
• On Nittaku's own index, Speed is 14.50 and Spin is 15.00, with a sponge hardness of 20.0.
• The category is AC (Active Charge). Thicknesses are Thick, Extra thick and MAX, and there are two colors.

Recommended for

• Players who want to use spin as a weapon in large ball play
• Players who want steadier serves and returns
• Players who mainly play close to the table

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• Easy to put spin on the ball, and shots rise easily.
• Helps keep serves and returns steady.

Things to consider

• It is designed with spin in mind. If speed is your main priority, please compare other types as well.
• Some color and thickness combinations are not offered.
• This rubber is made for large ball table tennis. Please check which discipline you will use it for.

Specifications

Speed, Spin, Variation, Sponge hardness are Nittaku's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.

FAQ

Q. What kind of play does it suit?

A. The manufacturer says it suits play that uses spin techniques close to the table. Steadiness on serves and returns is also a feature.

Q. Does it have an approval number?

A. The manufacturer's table lists the approval number as (ITTF)54-023.

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.
• The racket is sold separately. The price is for one sheet of rubber.
• Use table tennis glue to attach the rubber. Covering the surface with protection film after play helps it last longer.
• Images are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.
• Specifications and design may change without notice.