{"product_id":"nittaku-septear-shakehand-blade","title":"Nittaku Septear Shakehand Blade","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Japanese-made offensive blade using natural Kiso hinoki for all 7 plies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eThe Septear is a Japanese-made offensive shakehand racket that uses natural Kiso hinoki for all 7 plies. Although it is a 7-ply blade (a structure of 7 boards laminated together), its weight is about 85 g, which is average. It suits players at the stage of widening their range of strokes, such as short play over the table and drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eNatural Kiso hinoki is used for all 7 plies. The country of origin is Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe Kiso hinoki comes from the Kiso region of Nagano Prefecture and is selected from trees with an average age of 250 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe weight is kept to about 85 g so that consecutive hits from mid-distance (a position a little away from the table) are easier.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Nittaku's own ratings, speed is Mid and feel is Hard. The blade is 6.7 mm thick.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBlade 157×150 mm. The grip is ST (straight), measuring 101×23 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want to widen their range of strokes, such as short play over the table and drives\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want a 7-ply blade but want to avoid a racket that is too heavy\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who value a balance of attack and defense\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDespite being a 7-ply blade, its weight is an average of about 85 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan, with natural Kiso hinoki used for all 7 plies.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eA design that is well suited to consecutive hits from mid-distance.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eFeel is rated Hard (Nittaku's classification), so players who prefer a soft touch may find it firm.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOnly the ST grip is offered; FL (flared) cannot be chosen.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable class=\"kidspo-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNittaku (Nippon Takkyu Co., Ltd.)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOffensive\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade composition\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e7 plies, all natural Kiso hinoki\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBlade: 157×150 mm \/ Grip: ST 101×23 mm, FL 101×24.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 85 g\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMid\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e6.7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eFeel\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHard\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eGrip size\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eST (Straight)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNE-6780\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-note\"\u003eSpeed, Feel are Nittaku's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl class=\"kidspo-faq\"\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Can I choose the grip shape?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. This product is offered in ST (straight) only. The manufacturer states the grip size as 101×23 mm.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Does it come with rubbers?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. No, it is the racket body (blade) only. The 2 rubbers for both sides are sold separately.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul class=\"kidspo-notes\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eShips from Osaka, Japan by Japan Post. We ship this item to the United States, Australia and Brazil. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eUnited 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAustralia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBrazil: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eRubbers are sold separately. Please also choose two rubbers, glue and edge tape.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeights are a guide. Because the blade is made of wood, weight and grain vary from blade to blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eImages are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSpecifications and design may change without notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nittaku","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67596530811062,"sku":"NTK-NE6780-ST","price":9770.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/61l1ApbH7fL.jpg?v=1791364044","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/nittaku-septear-shakehand-blade","provider":"KIDSPO-カジュアル\u0026スポーツブランドのお店-","version":"1.0","type":"link"}