Weight
85g
Thickness
9mm
Plies
1-ply
Head Size
165x132
Handles
FL / ST
Material
AllWood
Head Shape
Custom
Balance
Balanced
Musashi Silver
Yasaka Musashi Silver is a distinguished Japanese penhold blade crafted from a single ply of premium Hinoki cypress wood. Renowned for its exceptional balance of speed and control, it's a favorite for offensive players seeking a dynamic and responsive experience. The substantial 9mm thickness contributes to a powerful feel, while Hinoki's natural properties offer unique touch and excellent feedback. This blade excels in fast drives, powerful blocks, and effective serves, providing the tools to dominate at all distances.
The blade is constructed from a single ply of Hinoki cypress wood, a traditional material known for its balance of stiffness, lightness, and resonant feel that contributes to both power and control.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
Yasaka Musashi Silver is a very fast blade, consistently rated around 9.0 to 9.5. This speed comes from its thick, single-ply Hinoki construction, which allows for powerful drives and aggressive shots that can overwhelm opponents.
Despite its high speed, Musashi Silver offers exceptional control. This balance lets players execute precise shots, delicate serves, and effective blocks even during fast-paced rallies, giving confidence in every stroke.
Musashi Silver delivers a somewhat hard feel with a solid touch, providing good feedback while maintaining enough stiffness for powerful shots. Players appreciate the direct connection to the ball.
The combination of speed, control, and spin generation suggests a medium-high throw angle, beneficial for offensive loops and drives that clear the net comfortably.
The single-ply Hinoki construction offers medium to long dwell time, allowing for excellent spin generation on serves and loops while maintaining good ball contact.
The 9mm thick Hinoki offers some flex, contributing to a balanced feel between power and control while maintaining good stability on impact.
Players report minimal vibrations with this blade, providing a clean, direct feel that doesn't distract during play.
The blade is praised for its high-quality construction and consistency. Premium Hinoki wood ensures durability and a reliable playing experience, with players noting excellent build quality that stands up to regular use.
Technology
Yasaka Musashi Silver represents traditional blade craftsmanship focused on the inherent qualities of premium Hinoki cypress wood. This minimalist 'All Wood' approach emphasizes natural material properties for a pure, direct feel. The 9mm thickness is a key design element, offering substantial feel and power for offensive play. Unlike composite blades, Musashi Silver relies solely on Hinoki's unique resonant characteristics and density to deliver optimal balance between speed, control, and dwell time essential for top-level Japanese penhold play.
Similar Blades
Yasaka Musashi V
Yasaka Musashi V is a very similar blade featuring a single ply of Hinoki wood with 9mm thickness. It shares nearly identical specifications regarding speed and control, making it a direct alternative for players who enjoy this type of construction and performance profile.
Yasaka Yagyu Silver
Yasaka Yagyu Silver is another Japanese penhold blade constructed from a single ply of cypress wood with similar thickness and weight. It offers comparable performance characteristics and feel, catering to players seeking a traditional Hinoki penhold blade with offensive capabilities.