Nittaku Largegrant P Large Ball Penhold Blade

A square-bladed penhold for Large Ball, built with Kevlar® carbon.

A penhold that Nittaku classifies as "for Large Ball." It combines 5 wood plies with 2 Kevlar® carbon plies and is 6.6 mm thick. With its square blade, it suits Large Ball players who want shot speed.

Features

• 5 wood plies + 2 Kevlar® carbon plies in an outer type (special materials placed toward the surface)
• Square blade measuring 162×132 mm, grip measuring 92×20 mm (manufacturer's figures)
• On Nittaku's own scale, speed is "Fast" and feel is "Hard"
• Blade thickness 6.6 mm, weight around 79 g (manufacturer's figure)
• Unpainted back with flat cork; you can attach rubber to it for reverse-side strokes too

Recommended for

• Large Ball players who want fast shots
• Players who want a penhold with a square blade
• Players who also want to use reverse-side strokes (hitting with the back face of the penhold)

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• Plywood with carbon, making fast shots easier to produce
• Rubber can be attached to the back too, so you can play using both sides

Things to consider

• Nittaku rates the feel as Hard, so players who prefer a soft touch may find it firm
• Nittaku's classification is "for Large Ball." Please check that it suits your intended use before choosing
• Rubber is sold separately. If you attach rubber to both front and back, 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 back as well?

A. Yes. The manufacturer states that you can attach rubber to the back and play reverse-side strokes.

Q. What are the shape and size of the blade?

A. The blade is square and measures 162×132 mm. The grip measures 92×20 mm (both are the manufacturer's figures).

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.
• 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.