Butterfly Timo Boll W7
Blade description:
The Butterfly Timo Boll W7 is a premium 7-ply all-wood offensive blade characterized by its significant power, stability, and expansive sweet spot. Built with a 7-ply construction, this blade provides a crisp, responsive feel that appeals to players who prioritize direct feedback and tactile connection during rallies. Its physical construction results in a stiff playing profile that excels at flat hitting, smashing, and aggressive driving, offering a power level comparable to many composite blades without sacrificing the signature touch of an all-wood setup.
Playing Characteristics
- Performance: The blade is exceptionally stable for blocking and direct attacking. While it produces high-speed results, it requires adjustment for technical looping, particularly against heavy backspin, as it possesses less dwell time compared to carbon-based alternatives like the ALC series.
- Feel and Feedback: Users report a crisp, distinct sound upon impact. The blade provides a solid, vibration-heavy sensation in the forehand, which helps in feeling the quality of every shot.
- Suitability: Due to its forgiving nature and large sweet spot, it is highly accessible for beginners and intermediate players looking to stabilize their technique. Conversely, its inherent “dullness” or lack of gears when compared to specialized looping blades may be perceived as a limiting factor by more advanced, spin-oriented players.
- Physical Properties: With a blade head thickness of 7.00 mm, the setup is notably heavy. It features a Koto outer ply and is designed to reward players who enjoy a solid, stiff, and powerful wood blade, often serving as an alternative for those seeking an upgrade from traditional classic 7-ply constructions.
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Recent Reviews
#1 — April 2018
Great 7-ply wood. It’s the best racket out there for 7-ply wood. The only downside I found is that the handle is a bit small for my hand, so I got some grip tape for it. Otherwise, it’s a very good racket.
#2 — April 2015
One of the best 7-ply wood blades ever made, the Butterfly Viscaria is on par with the most exclusive blade, the Nittaku Barewell.
Powerful, with more gears and power than the Butterfly Timo Boll Spirit (TBS), the Viscaria is also stable, has a huge sweet spot, and offers a perfect all-wood feeling and touch.
Clipper users seeking more power and better quality can consider the Viscaria. Carbon-blade users may also want to give this all-wood blade a try, as it makes table tennis so much easier.
However, the Viscaria is expensive, with the same price as the TBS (€99.90). Additionally, it has been discontinued and is no longer featured in the latest Butterfly catalog. There is no other 7-plywood blade that is similar (Clipper base with Koto outer).
#3 — October 2013
This blade offers a great balance of control and power. However, its “stubbornness” can make it a bit dull for looping and quick attacking. It excels in topspin play and anti-looping due to its solid 7-ply construction. It’s a forgiving blade that’s well-suited for beginners, providing good control and serve response.
While it’s a suitable alternative for intermediate players, its forgiving nature may hinder their progress. The overly large sweet spot can make it challenging to develop proper stroke technique. A more suitable option for improving players would be the Butterfly Mazunov.
Advanced players will likely find this blade too dull and lacking in precision. For them, a good alternative is the equally hard and stiff Stiga Rosewood VII.
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