Weight
86g
Thickness
5.9mm
Plies
5-ply
Head Size
158x152
Handles
FL / ST
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Korbel MagicHand
Butterfly Korbel MagicHand is a high-performance offensive blade developed in collaboration with Czech star Petr Korbel. It delivers enhanced power and exceptional spin, specifically designed for players who utilize wrist action to generate speed. Offering a harder, faster feel than the standard Petr Korbel OFF, it retains excellent touch for over-the-table play. This makes it an ideal choice for aggressive players seeking a potent blend of power, spin, and precise control. Its premium wood construction provides magical hitting power and remarkable spin generation, establishing it as a standout in the offensive blade category.
Korbel MagicHand features a 5-ply all-wood construction. It uses hard Koto wood for the outer plies, contributing to increased speed and a harder feel. The inner plies consist of Limba and a soft Abachi core, which help retain good dwell time and feedback for a balanced playing experience.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Korbel MagicHand is notably harder and faster than the standard Petr Korbel OFF. Its speed rating reflects a strong ability to generate powerful shots and fast rallies, making it well-suited for dedicated offensive play.
Despite its increased speed, Korbel MagicHand maintains respectable control. This allows for good precision when executing shots and managing the game, particularly during over-the-table exchanges where touch is crucial.
Hard Koto outer plies give Korbel MagicHand a firmer feel than many traditional all-wood blades. The inner wood layers provide enough flexibility and dwell time to deliver noticeable ball feedback, often described as a magical ball feeling.
Given its speed and focus on spin, Korbel MagicHand produces a medium-high throw angle, ideal for executing powerful, looping topspin shots.
The medium-hard feel and the presence of Limba and Abachi inner plies provide decent dwell time, allowing for good spin generation on topspin strokes, though it is less than very soft or flexible blades.
While possessing some elasticity for playing slower balls, the overall construction leans towards a stiffer, more direct feel due to the hard outer plies, rather than being highly flexible.
Our testing shows Korbel MagicHand has very low vibration, contributing to its direct feel and hard-hitting character. Players report it vibrates almost not at all.
Butterfly blades are renowned for high-quality construction, and Korbel MagicHand is no exception. The use of premium wood veneers and precise manufacturing results in a durable blade with consistent performance.
Technology
Korbel MagicHand showcases Butterfly's expertise in crafting high-performance all-wood blades. It features a precisely engineered 5-ply construction using carefully selected wood veneers. Hard Koto outer plies provide increased speed and a firmer feel essential for offensive play. The inner plies, comprising Limba and a soft Abachi core, are strategically placed to offer balanced dwell time and tactile feedback, contributing to the blade's signature magical ball feeling. This construction is designed to enhance power and spin, catering to aggressive players who utilize wrist action for maximum effect. Manufacturing ensures consistent quality and performance.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Petr Korbel
Petr Korbel was instrumental in developing this blade. He sought a tool offering the additional power and spin needed to compete effectively with the 40mm ball. Korbel MagicHand was designed to meet these demands, allowing him to execute powerful drives and aggressive topspins with enhanced speed and spin, particularly benefiting his dynamic, wrist-intensive playing style.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Petr Korbel OFF
Butterfly Petr Korbel OFF is the direct predecessor and a natural alternative. While MagicHand is harder, faster, and offers more spin, the standard Petr Korbel OFF provides a slightly softer feel and perhaps a bit more control. It suits players who prefer a more classic, all-around offensive game with a softer touch.