{"product_id":"nittaku-tsubudaka-blade-c-chinese-penhold-blade","title":"Nittaku Tsubudaka Blade C Chinese Penhold Blade","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA softer 5-ply penhold blade for players who defend close to the table with long pips.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eA blade for players who use long pips rubber (rubber with tall pips on its surface that makes it easier to use the opponent's spin). Its softer 5-ply wood construction supports a defensive game of absorbing the opponent's hard hits close to the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eA Chinese penhold (a penhold that takes rubber on both sides) with a round blade measuring 158×150 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMade of 5 wood plies and 5.3 mm thick. A slightly soft blade, built to make it easier to keep the ball in check.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eA model meant for attaching long pips rubber and playing a tenacious defensive game close to the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Nittaku's own scale, speed is \"Slow\" and feel is \"Soft.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe grip measures 82×21 mm, and the manufacturer states a weight of around 76 g. Made in Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers who want to firm up their defense close to the table with long pips rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eChinese penhold players who want to return an opponent's hard hits calmly\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers looking for a Japan-made blade for long pips rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe softer plywood makes the ball easier to control.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt tends to absorb the impact of hard hits, which suits defense close to the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eA blade made in Japan (country of origin: Japan).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eRubber is sold separately. Please prepare long pips rubber or similar separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eNittaku's speed rating is \"Slow,\" so it is not suited to players who attack with hard hits of their own.\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\u003eBlade composition\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5 wood plies\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBlade: round 158×150 mm \/ Grip: Chinese (C) 82×21 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 76 g\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eFeel\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSoft\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNE-6423\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. Who is this racket for?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. The manufacturer positions it for long pips rubber players who defend by taking the opponent's hard hits close to the table.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Does it come with rubber?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. No. This product is the racket blade only.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Is it made in Japan?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. Yes. The country of origin stated by the manufacturer is Japan.\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\u003eRubber is sold separately. Please also choose rubber, 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":67596535103670,"sku":"NTK-NE6423","price":6710.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/61seyQrCdCL.jpg?v=1791364105","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/nittaku-tsubudaka-blade-c-chinese-penhold-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"}