Andro Wanokiwami Ren OFF

83 grams lacquered. Tried C53, C48, R42, R50, Rigan Spin, G-1, Hammond Z2, and Chinese Skyline and Hurricanes. This blade has more flex and kick than expected. Well made, but has a threshold that “bottoms” out on softer rubbers too. Has a satisfying crack when hit hard. Looping is pretty easy and is rewarded with quick, spinny shots. It only had good dwell time with Chinese rubbers. Other Tensors seemed to be way too bouncy to be aggressive unless brushing only. Short game isn’t bad, along with blocks. Does well with looping, punching, and sidespin. Not as stiff as I had hoped. Quite fast, but doesn’t seem to have the “power” to hit through people. Harder sponge recommended with mid-throw rubbers. Still waiting to find out what works best with it.

Spin Monster Blade

This blade is a spin-generating machine. Its unique construction, featuring a combination of limba and hinoki wood, provides exceptional feel and control, allowing players to execute spin-heavy shots with precision.

The limba outer ply offers a crisp, responsive feel, while the hinoki core provides a soft, elastic touch. This combination enhances dwell time on the ball, allowing players to impart maximum spin on their shots.

The blade is well-balanced, with a comfortable grip that enhances control. Its medium weight and stiffness make it suitable for players of all skill levels, from intermediate to advanced.

Whether you’re looking to dominate with spinny loops or unleash devastating counter-attacks, the Spin Monster Blade is a formidable weapon that will elevate your game to the next level.

Weight: 82 grams Lacquered: 83 Played with R50 2.0 on both sides. Didn’t like R50 on the forehand, way too fast for dwell time. Tried Skyline 2 Neo, which was a bit slow and had a lower throw. Tried Skyline 2 Provincial Blue 40’. Best combo of control, spin, and speed. Rasanter 50 on the backhand maintained an off-tempo even when defending, making others under pressure even when you’re not attacking. Looping was easy and the gears are massive between soft and spinny to fast and flat or spinny. Power is there and can make you shoot off the table due to the inherent bounce. Speed: 9.6 Spin: 9.8 with options for low spin or high spin blocks, loops, and counters. Loops: 10/10 Drives: 9.0/10 Counters: 9.5/10 Short game: 9.25/10 Control: 9.5 with certain rubber combos. You don’t need high-speed rubbers to get the speed. So this blade harmonizes the ability for spinny rubbers while imparting a strong power/speed and rotation together. Very easy to loop and counter. Blocks can be difficult based on angle since it’s got power even when you’re trying to be soft and there is a spinnier opponent without less power. A better feeling and stronger version of Hurricane Long 3. It makes a tremendous arc option and can wait for a ball to drop and can still load up with power this giving time. High or low arc options are available but tend to go higher on slower shots and lower on faster shots, thus making it difficult for opponents to handle. Good blade and much better than Long 5, Long 3, and Nobilis. Less stiff than Nobilis or JMSZLC and similar to regular JMZLC in arc and spin but faster and with a better feeling and blocking.

Приклеил с обеих сторон Джула Динариз СМД, и мне не очень понравилось. Само основание сделано с очень удобной ручкой.

9.8 - Very good blade, excellent control, speed, and consistency.

Quality craftsmanship. It feels great to hold this blade, as it is well balanced. It is a fast blade, but with great control. Able to generate a ton of spin with this blade.

Todavía la tengo sin pegarle las gomas. Es lo más bello, su madera y artesanía sobresalen.

For almost 2 years, I have been using this blade. After previously using JM Super ZLC, Nittaku BF, Freitas, and many more, this blade stole my attention with a classic Japanese appearance. It has an extraordinary character where the speed is quite fast. Spin is a nightmare for opponents. I really like the controls, especially for my game. Playing at a distance of 1 to 2 meters from the table is the strongest position. The block is very stable.

For rubber, I am using Dignic 09c for FH and Andro R53 for BH. Now, I am again trying Yasaka Rakza Z Hard. I think it is more suitable. I experimented with semi-sticky rubber with a hard sponge. I tried it at the base of the handle and smoothed it like it was a 3D handle (like the handle of the Ligna Series). The result is amazing. The grip is very comfortable to hold. Maybe this is my last weapon, and I will always carry it. It is truly amazing. Thank you Andro.

This blade is excellent. A young boy in the club uses it, and I tried it out. I was impressed by what could be done with a blade made of pure wood. It offers excellent speed and allows the user to put great spin on the ball. Serves are easy to execute. This blade is not well-known, but its quality is exceptional and rivals that of other brands.

Excellent high-quality blade. Handmade in Japan.

Gran calidad en la fabricación. Es una paleta liviana, con un amplio punto dulce, sobresaliente en rapidez con siete capas de madera tan bien ensambladas que le confieren una rigidez alta, y sin embargo tiene un muy alto control al no llevar capas de carbono u otro material sintético. El bloqueo es rápido, controlado y muy sencillo de hacer; puede remachar con ubicación a donde se desee. Se puede generar mucho efecto en servicios y topspin con mucha facilidad, también se puede cortar con mucha consistencia. Supera a paletas muy rápidas que no tienen este control, es un agrado jugar sin esfuerzo con una sonrisa interna con AWR y ver el malestar del contrario que hace mucho esfuerzo sin obtener grandes resultados. Esta es una paleta totalmente recomendable y creo que está al más alto nivel de manufactura y rendimiento técnico. Felicitaciones a Andro.

One week ago, I started using Andro Wanokiwami Ren (81 grams), thanks to my wife and daughters for my birthday present. Previously, I used DHS HL 5. I felt something in common, but AWR was more obedient. For what I want, this blade will be able to do well.

I paired DHS H3N Prov BS on FH and Rasanter V42 on BH to get a total weight of 170 grams.

AWR is an extraordinary wooden craft without using composite materials. Spin, speed, control, and shifting FH/BH are incredible, fantastic blocking, a deadly smash even if the ball’s position is low, super fast blade that exceeds my collection of Carbonado, DHS HL5, BTY Boll Tricarbon.

Amazing topspin because of dwell and throw from this blade is really great. Almost no one blade can surpass IMO. I agree on revspin which put AWR in the top position.

I praise and respect Wanaka San for his outstanding work. Thank you, Andro.

Complete beauty, showcasing the blade’s exceptional craftsmanship.

Powerful for attack, it offers precise control, a perfect combination for dynamic gameplay. Rated an impressive 10/10.

- Pure class blade. — 7-plywood typical Andro style, fast attack and control are noteworthy. -

Not a lot faster than the AO, bit more crisp, bit less spin, really not that fast, solid off-. I had Genesis M on forehand, not fast enough; ELS on backhand, good fit.