Weight
85g
Thickness
6mm
Plies
5-ply
Head Size
15.8x15
Handles
FL / ST
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Fextra Allround Junior
Sanwei Fextra Allround Junior is a 5-ply all-wood blade crafted for developing players. It delivers a superb balance of control and moderate speed, perfect for building fundamental techniques and a versatile playing style. The carefully selected wood veneers provide a natural, consistent feel. Its slightly slower pace compared to the standard Fextra enhances shot placement precision and forgiveness, making it an ideal, reliable choice for junior and intermediate players. The narrower handle is specifically designed for smaller hands, ensuring a comfortable and secure grip during play.
The blade features a symmetrical 5-ply all-wood construction. The outer layers are Limba, providing a blend of feel and responsiveness, while the core consists of three Kiri veneers. This structure contributes to the blade's balanced characteristics, offering good control and a pleasant, natural feel.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Positioned as a slower, more controlled version of the Fextra, this blade provides sufficient speed for developing players to execute offensive shots like loops and controlled attacks. Its rating reflects a focus on an allround playing style, allowing learners to build confidence and execute shots with consistency rather than raw power.
Control is where this blade truly shines. The 5-ply all-wood build with Limba outer plies and a Kiri core offers excellent ball feedback and a soft, forgiving feel. This enables precise placement and consistent stroke execution, making it exceptionally stable for blocks, pushes, and the short game—ideal for players honing their accuracy.
Players experience a pleasantly soft, natural wood feel. The combination of Limba and Kiri provides good dwell time and clear feedback to the hand, which is incredibly beneficial for developing players learning to sense ball contact and refine their touch.
The blade's construction promotes a medium to medium-high throw angle. This is excellent for looping and driving, offering good net clearance for aggressive play while helping keep the ball on the table.
The Limba outer plies and Kiri core work together to provide good dwell time, allowing players to effectively grip the ball for spin generation—a crucial characteristic for those learning to impart heavy spin on their shots.
The 5-ply all-wood construction offers medium flexibility. This provides a good blend of control and power, enabling players to generate spin and execute controlled offensive shots without the blade feeling too stiff or too whippy.
The blade delivers a moderate level of vibration feedback, described as accurate and helpful. This balanced feedback aids players in understanding ball contact and making technical adjustments without being overly dampened or harsh.
Sanwei delivers solid build quality with this budget-friendly option. The blade is constructed from well-matched Limba and Kiri wood veneers, focusing on performance and a pleasant playing sensation. It represents good value, offering reliable craftsmanship that supports its intended role as a developmental tool.
Technology
Sanwei Fextra Allround Junior embodies traditional blade craftsmanship with a pure 5-ply all-wood design. It forgoes artificial materials like carbon to emphasize a natural wood feel, balanced performance, and enhanced control—key for skill development. The specific selection of Limba for the outer veneers and Kiri for the core plies creates a synergistic effect, delivering a pleasant playing sensation, good dwell time for spin, and consistent feedback. The 'Junior' model highlights attention to younger players with its narrower handle and slightly moderated performance, tailoring the equipment to aid in proper technique development and comfort.
Similar Blades
Sanwei Fextra Allround
This is the direct sibling blade to the Junior version, sharing the same core construction and playing characteristics. The key difference is the standard-sized handle. Players who love the Fextra Allround Junior's performance but need a larger grip should consider this model, as it offers a similar blend of control and allround playability.
Sanwei Fextra 7
For players seeking a slightly different feel, the Sanwei Fextra 7 is a 7-ply all-wood blade. It offers a stiffer, potentially faster all-wood option while still emphasizing control. Players looking for a classic 7-ply feel with a good balance of speed and precision might find this a suitable alternative, though it differs in ply construction from the 5-ply Junior.