Weight
85g
Thickness
6.3mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
158x152
Handles
ST
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
MOBY-7 ST Japan Kiso Hinoki 7PLY
PP MOBY-7 ST Japan Kiso Hinoki 7PLY is a masterfully crafted 7-ply all-wood blade from Taiwan, renowned for its use of premium Japanese Kiso Hinoki. Its unique progressive layering structure features a thicker 1.5mm outer ply to enhance forehand arc and spin, while the six inner plies gradually decrease in thickness. This design creates a harmonious blend of speed, control, and dwell time, offering a soft, flexible feel with excellent vibration dampening. It's a versatile choice for players seeking a traditional wood sensation with modern performance for topspin-oriented play.
This blade features a progressive 7-ply construction using Japanese Kiso Hinoki throughout. The outer ply is a thicker 1.5mm layer designed to enhance forehand arc and spin, while the inner six plies gradually decrease in thickness. This unique layered structure aims to provide a soft, flexible feel, good dwell time, and excellent control, offering versatility with the same rubbers on both sides.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
PP MOBY-7 ST offers a well-balanced speed, particularly impressive for an all-wood blade. While not matching the raw pace of carbon blades, its Kiso Hinoki construction and progressive layering enable fast flat hits and powerful smashes. The stiffer elasticity supports quick backhand strikes, making it effective for rapid topspin exchanges and offensive play from the mid-table.
This blade's primary strength is its exceptional control. The soft, flexible feel of Kiso Hinoki, combined with the layered construction, provides excellent dwell time and clear feedback. This allows for precise ball placement, effective blocking, and consistent counter-hitting, making it very forgiving and reliable for players at all skill levels.
Kiso Hinoki provides a characteristically soft and flexible feel with a creamy touch. This allows for a comfortable connection with the ball, offering ample feedback that aids in spin generation and precise shot-making, creating a pleasant and controlled playing sensation.
The blade's inherent flexibility and long dwell time contribute to a medium-high throw angle. This is beneficial for generating powerful, spinny topspin shots with a good, consistent arc over the net.
The combination of Kiso Hinoki and the 7-ply construction creates significant dwell time. This allows the ball to sink into the blade, enabling players to impart greater spin and achieve higher, more effective arcs on loops and touch shots.
The 7-ply Kiso Hinoki construction results in a notably flexible blade. This flexibility aids in generating heavy spin, provides a deeper, more connected feel on shots, and makes it ideal for players who prefer a softer touch and controlled power over raw stiffness.
Kiso Hinoki is renowned for its natural vibration-dampening properties. This blade offers a very low vibration feel, which contributes to its outstanding control and comfortable touch, minimizing any harsh or jarring feedback on impact.
Build quality is consistently rated as excellent. The use of premium Kiso Hinoki and precise manufacturing in Taiwan, often by facilities with extensive OEM experience, ensures a durable, high-performing blade. Craftsmanship is noted to be on par with top-tier brands, resulting in a reliable and well-finished product.
Technology
PP MOBY-7 ST features a unique 'ProLayer' (Progressive Layering) 7-ply construction using prized Japanese Kiso Hinoki wood. This design deliberately uses a thicker 1.5mm outer ply to enhance forehand spin and arc, while the six subsequent plies are progressively thinner. This meticulously crafted structure optimizes the blade's performance, creating a harmonious balance of speed, control, dwell time, and a soft, flexible feel. Manufactured in Taiwan with skilled craftsmanship, it blends traditional woodworking expertise with professional design insights.
Similar Blades
Butterfly H.S. 7 Kiso Hinoki 7 ply Blade
This alternative shares the core concept of a 7-ply Kiso Hinoki construction, aiming to leverage the wood's properties for a balanced playing experience. While the PP MOBY-7 ST emphasizes progressive layering to enhance spin, the Butterfly H.S. 7 is generally described as having medium-fast speed and a soft hitting feeling. Both cater to players who appreciate the traditional, connected feel of Hinoki in a multi-ply format.