Weight
90g
Thickness
5.9mm
Plies
7-ply
Head Size
157x150
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
Liam Pitchford
Victas Liam Pitchford is a high-performance offensive blade crafted in collaboration with English pro Liam Pitchford. It features innovative Zexion carbon fiber layers placed directly beneath the outer ply, engineered to amplify impact energy for exceptional power and vigor. This design delivers a powerful yet controllable playing experience, specifically tailored for aggressive, speed-oriented styles. Japanese craftsmanship ensures top-tier quality and durability, making it an ideal weapon for attacking players who want to dominate with precision and force.
The construction features a symmetrical 7-ply build with Limba outer layers. Zexion carbon fiber layers are placed directly beneath them, sandwiching a core that includes Ayous and unknown hard woods. This arrangement aims to create a stiff, elastic, and powerful blade with a direct feel.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Victas Liam Pitchford is widely recognized as a very fast blade. The Zexion carbon fiber layers positioned directly under the outer ply significantly enhance speed and power, enabling explosive topspin shots and rapid attacks. This makes it an outstanding choice for aggressive, offensive players seeking maximum pace.
Despite its high speed, Victas Liam Pitchford offers a surprisingly good level of control. Players report clear touch and precision, allowing for confident looping and accurate placement. This balance makes the blade manageable for those who can effectively leverage its inherent power.
Victas Liam Pitchford provides a relatively stiff and direct feel, often described as hard. This delivers a clear impact sensation, allowing players to feel the ball well, though it may be less forgiving on off-center hits compared to softer blades.
The blade's construction and speed-oriented design tend to produce a medium-high throw angle, which helps generate powerful topspin with a good arc. This characteristic perfectly complements an aggressive, attacking playing style.
While engineered for speed, Victas Liam Pitchford offers decent dwell time, enabling good spin generation on serves and topspin shots. The combination of wood plies and Zexion carbon creates a solid platform for the ball to sink into momentarily.
This blade is characterized by significant stiffness, a direct result of the Zexion carbon fiber layers and its overall construction. This rigidity contributes to its high speed and direct feel, making it notably less flexible than all-wood blades.
Our testing shows the blade has medium vibration levels. It's designed to suppress some vibration for a more comfortable feel while retaining power, with the Zexion carbon contributing to its overall stiffness and feedback characteristics.
Manufactured in Japan, Victas Liam Pitchford is consistently praised for its high build quality and excellent finish. The precision construction and premium materials contribute to a durable blade with a refined, professional feel that meets the expectations of serious players.
Technology
Victas Liam Pitchford features DYNA SHELL technology, which sandwiches Zexion carbon fiber between the upper plate and the core of a 5-ply wood construction. This design amplifies the power released from both the wood core and the special material, creating an aggressive gear that delivers exceptional spin and speed. The Zexion carbon fiber is noted for its high elasticity and ability to boost impact energy, resulting in outstanding vigor and power transfer. The construction aims to provide an energy-rich yet controllable platform for aggressive offensive play.
Pro Players Using This Blade
Liam Pitchford
Liam Pitchford, the English professional player, uses this as his signature blade. It was developed specifically for his aggressive, power-based style, transitioning from earlier equipment. The blade was engineered to suppress vibration while increasing elasticity, perfectly suiting his preference for powerful topspins and fast attacks close to the table.
Similar Blades
Victas ZX-Gear Out
Victas Liam Pitchford is based on the ZX-Gear Out, sharing a similar outer Zexion carbon concept. However, the middle wood layer was adjusted to better suit Liam Pitchford's specific requirements for suppressed vibration and increased elasticity. Some players find the Liam Pitchford model to be slightly more powerful.
Butterfly Viscaria
Victas Liam Pitchford is often compared to the Viscaria due to its similar wood-and-outer-carbon construction. Both blades are renowned for speed, power, and suitability for aggressive play. Many players find the Liam Pitchford a compelling alternative, offering comparable performance with a distinct feel.