Weight
95g
Thickness
8mm
Plies
1-ply
Head Size
156x150
Handles
FL / ST
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Head-Heavy
Single Hinoki 1Ply Hinoki 800
XVT Single Hinoki 1Ply Hinoki 800 is a pure offensive blade built from a single piece of Hinoki wood. It delivers a direct, powerful feel designed for aggressive attacking play. The blade offers a unique balance of speed and surprising control, providing a classic, unadulterated wood sensation that connects you directly to the ball. Its substantial feedback and head-heavy balance cater to players who value a traditional, powerful stroke.
The blade features a true single-ply construction, meaning it is crafted from one solid piece of Hinoki wood. This minimalist design is key to its direct feel, unique vibration, and the characteristic playing properties associated with pure Hinoki.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Classified as OFF+, this blade lives up to its offensive rating with high speed potential. The single-ply Hinoki construction provides a direct and powerful catapult effect, translating player energy efficiently into ball speed for powerful drives and smashes.
Despite its offensive power, players report impressive control. The pure Hinoki wood offers a distinct and communicative feel for the ball, allowing for precise placement and touch shots once a player adapts to its unique feedback characteristics.
The feel is characterized as stiff and direct, with a smooth wood touch. The prominent, strong vibration is a key part of the sensory feedback, which provides lots of feeling but requires an adjustment period for some players.
The blade likely produces a medium-high throw angle, which helps in generating powerful topspin arcs. This characteristic, combined with its speed, makes it effective for aggressive looping and attacking play over the table.
The single-ply Hinoki construction provides a good dwell time, allowing the ball to sink into the wood for effective spin generation. Players note a satisfying amount of feeling and dwell during topspin strokes.
The blade leans toward the stiffer side of the spectrum. The 8.0mm thickness and single-ply Hinoki construction contribute to a firm, direct response with minimal flex, favoring power over looping arc.
Vibration is a dominant trait of this blade. It transmits very strong, distinct feedback through the handle on impact. While this offers clear tactile information, it can be excessive for players who prefer a more dampened feel.
Quality assessments show variance. Some users praise a perfect, impeccable finish, while others report issues with fiber loss and inconsistent construction. This suggests potential manufacturing inconsistencies that players should be aware of when considering this blade.
Technology
XVT Single Hinoki 1Ply Hinoki 800 technology centers on its monolithic construction from premium Hinoki wood. Hinoki, a Japanese cypress, is prized for its natural elasticity, lightweight nature, and distinctive acoustic feedback upon ball impact. The single-ply design eliminates glue layers between plies, aiming for the purest possible energy transfer from player to ball. This results in a nuanced, direct feel that highlights every interaction, offering a classic wood experience that contrasts with modern composite blades.
Similar Blades
Nittaku Septear, Nittaku 7.22, Miyabi
Players familiar with single-ply Hinoki blades often compare the XVT to more established, higher-tier models. Blades like the Nittaku Septear, Nittaku 7.22, or Miyabi are noted for offering more refined characteristics in terms of consistent feel, speed control, and overall finish, though at a higher price point.