Butterfly Mazunov
Blade description:
This is a high-performance, all-wood offensive blade known for its exceptional durability and substantial mass. Constructed with thick plies, including distinctive yellow Planchonello outer veneers, this blade provides a solid, chunky feel with minimal vibration. Despite its offensive classification, it is widely recognized for offering a level of control and touch that many users find superior to modern composite alternatives.
Performance and Characteristics
- Construction: All-wood, 5-ply design featuring Planchonello outer layers.
- Speed and Power: Offers high speed and significant power suitable for aggressive attacking, punchy blocks, and mid-distance topspin loops. Its stiffness aids in producing flat, controlled blocks against heavy spin.
- Feel and Control: Known for excellent feedback and consistency. Users report high levels of spin production, particularly on opening loops, and a stable, solid feel that allows for precise short-game play and drop shots.
- Weight: Characterized by its notably high weight, often reaching or exceeding 100g. While this mass contributes to the blade’s stability and power, it requires a period of adaptation for players accustomed to lighter equipment.
- Versatility: The blade is highly effective for varied playstyles, including close-to-table drives, aggressive blocking, and spin-oriented looping. The handle design is often cited as being particularly conducive to racket twiddling.
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Recent Reviews
#1 — June 2025
I have been using it since 1993, and I can’t live without it.
#2 — March 2024
An astonishing blade indeed. Fast, hard, but with excellent feedback, great in any field of the game! I have probably tested hundreds of blades, including many carbon blades, but this one gives me the feeling to be able to do anything! There is no other blade like this out there, a real shame that Butterfly discontinued it.
I do not agree that the Stiga Clipper could replace the Mazunov. The Mazunov is way more solid and has less vibration. Thus if you can find one, go for it!.
#3 — March 2023
In my opinion, the best all-wood blade is fantastic for blocking. It generates fast and heavy topspin, and control is superb, both close to the table and from a mid-distance. I think this is the only all-wood blade that can compete with professional composite blades in the era of plastic balls. Sadly, Butterfly will no longer produce this blade.
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