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Nicely manufactured with a smooth handle, this blade provides fast speed for short play and excels in over-the-table play. It offers a pleasant touch and sound. Looping is particularly exceptional from 3-5 feet from the table. The blade is well-suited for medium to medium-hard rubbers.

Easy to play with, loads of spin, for the cost.

Blade Review

This blade is suitable for beginners due to its lightweight and small handle. I recommend using Sriver-type rubbers initially.

As you develop your playing style (all-around or offensive) and improve your skills, you may notice a lack of power. To address this, you may need to switch to faster rubbers or a more suitable blade.

Personally, I prefer Chinese blades from brands such as Yinhe, LKT, or Dawei. For a comparable price, you can achieve similar results.

Very good blade for beginners to intermediate players. I would say that it is even better than Samsonov Alpha. FL and ST handles are thin, but AN is very comfy and bulky.

It plays well for all-around offensive style. Short game, flip, serve, etc., are good. Looping is very good. Blocking and smashing are alright.

I would say that it is about the same speed or just a bit faster than OC and Primorac. The handle has balsa inserted in the center, thus muting the vibration quite well.

A good blade to start with for beginners but also for more advanced players with faster rubbers. I think this blade is better than the Tibhar Premium Alpha.