Weight
88g
Thickness
6mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
157x150
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
FEXTRA 7
Sanwei FEXTRA 7 is a 7-ply all-wood offensive blade that delivers remarkable value and a classic playing feel. Developed with Japanese technology, it provides a steady hand-feeling and compensates for players seeking enhanced control. Its Limba outer layers and Ayous inner plies create a direct, punchy response perfect for aggressive loopers and power drivers. This blade masterfully blends a natural woody sensation with modern offensive performance, offering a versatile choice for players who want increased speed and spin without sacrificing touch. Introduced around 2017, it has earned a strong reputation for its outstanding performance-to-price ratio.
The symmetrical 7-ply construction features Limba outer layers and Ayous inner plies. This traditional wood combination is designed to provide a blend of speed from the Ayous core with control and spin potential from the Limba outer layers, creating a classic offensive wood blade feel with good feedback.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Sanwei FEXTRA 7 is considered a fast blade, though perceptions of its exact speed vary. It generally sits in the OFF to OFF+ range on the offensive spectrum. The speed is considered more than sufficient for powerful offensive play, particularly for players who can supply their own energy through technique. It delivers noticeably more pace than many 5-ply blades and some traditional 7-ply models, providing a solid foundation for powerful smashes and aggressive loops.
Control is where the FEXTRA 7 truly shines. Players report amazing control and find it excellent for defensive play. The blade offers a responsive feel that isn't overly stiff, providing good dwell time that's beneficial for looping. This combination of feedback and predictability gives players the confidence to place shots accurately and handle incoming spin effectively, making it a reliable partner for developing a consistent offensive game.
FEXTRA 7 offers a medium-soft feel on ball impact. It provides some softness that's beneficial for looping and dwell time, yet maintains enough firmness for direct shots. This creates a comfortable, communicative sensation that's neither too stiff like some hard 7-ply blades nor too mushy, giving players excellent feedback on every stroke.
FEXTRA 7 produces a medium throw angle that works well for both looping and driving. It's not excessively high like some soft blades, nor too low like some stiff carbon models, making it adaptable to different playing techniques and rubber combinations.
The blade provides very good dwell time, which is a key strength for spin generation. The combination of medium-soft feel and 7-ply wood construction allows the ball to stay on the racket face longer, giving players more time to impart heavy spin on loops and creating better control on touch shots.
FEXTRA 7 has medium flexibility. It's not as stiff as some hard 7-ply blades, offering some give that contributes to its dwell time and spin potential, while maintaining enough stability for powerful drives and blocks. This balanced flexibility makes it versatile for different playing styles.
Vibration levels are moderate, providing good feedback without being excessive or harsh. The wood construction transmits enough sensation to feel the ball contact clearly, helping players understand the quality of their strokes while remaining comfortable during extended play sessions.
For its price point, the FEXTRA 7 offers exceptional build quality and consistency. The craftsmanship is solid, with good finish and reliable construction typical of Sanwei's better offerings. While it may not have the premium materials of significantly more expensive blades, the quality-to-price ratio is outstanding, making it one of the best values in the all-wood offensive category.
Technology
Sanwei FEXTRA 7 utilizes Japanese technology in its development to create a steady hand-feeling blade that compensates for players with weaker control. The 7-ply all-wood construction features a specific arrangement of Limba and Ayous woods designed to provide a blend of speed, control, and classic feel. The central three Ayous plies are crucial for the blade's ability to respond to incoming force and provide quick feedback, while the outer Limba layers contribute to spin generation and direct feel. This construction follows traditional 'Clipper-style' blade principles optimized for offensive play with good dwell time.
Similar Blades
Stiga Clipper Wood
The Stiga Clipper Wood is the most direct comparison, sharing similar 7-ply wood construction and playing characteristics. Clipper tends to be slightly stiffer and may have a more solid feel, while FEXTRA 7 often offers a bit more dwell time and a more accessible price point. Both are excellent all-wood offensive choices.
Butterfly Korbel
Butterfly Korbel offers a different approach as a 5-ply all-wood blade. Korbel typically provides more dwell time and flex, making it excellent for spin-oriented play, while FEXTRA 7 delivers more direct speed and power. Players choosing between them should consider whether they prefer the classic 5-ply feel or the more solid 7-ply response.