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Wilson Blade 104 v8

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Wilson Blade 104 v8

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Wilson Blade 104 v8 Racquet 4 1/8" (#1)
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Price: $199.00
  • Grip Size: 4 1/8" (#1)
Wilson Blade 104 v8 Racquet 4 1/4" (#2)
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Price: $199.00
  • Grip Size: 4 1/4" (#2)
Wilson Blade 104 v8 Racquet 4 3/8" (#3)
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Price: $199.00
  • Grip Size: 4 3/8" (#3)
Wilson Blade 104 v8 Racquet 4 1/2" (#4)
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  • Grip Size: 4 1/2" (#4)

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Overview

With the 2021 Blade 104 v8 Wilson adds another chapter to the most powerful and forgiving Blade. Like previous generations, this powerful Blade doesn't come with any deal-breaking tradeoffs in the control department. With its 104 square inch head, the Blade 104 not only gives you the benefit of a more forgiving and stable hitting area, it also comes with an extended 27.5" length, making it dangerous on serves. For 2021 Wilson keeps the revolutionary layup technology that was originally used in the Blade v7 under the name FeelFlex. It's now called FortyFiveand, in addition to increasing stability, it helps the racquet bend in ways that compliment the modern game. For this update, Wilson also introduces Direct Connect Technology which fuses the butt cap directly to the carbon fiber portion of the handle for added stability. Additional updates include Wilson's new Chameleon Paint which activates subtle color changes under different viewing angles and light conditions. Ultimately, this racquet delivers the advantages of a forgiving head size while also proving enough control for more experienced players. It's also surprisingly fast for an extended length racquet, which is a nice bonus.

Specifications

Head Size: 104 in² / 670.97 cm²
Length: 27.5in / 69.85cm
Strung Weight:10.8oz / 306g
Balance: 12.99in / 32.99cm / 6 pts HL
Swingweight: 317
Stiffness: 60
Beam Width: 22.5mm / 22.5mm / 22.5mm
Composition: Basalt/Braided Graphite
Power Level: Low-Medium
Stroke Style: Medium-Full
Swing Speed: Medium-Fast
Racquet Colors:Green
Grip Type: Wilson Pro Performance
String Pattern:
16 Mains / 19 Crosses
Mains skip: 7T,9T,8H
One Piece
No Shared Holes
String Tension: 50-60 pounds

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Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
12 Customer Reviews
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
Great racquet!My son plays tennis and baseball. This racquet was recommended for him by a tennis instructor and high school coach. It's his favorite racquet by far; he has two of them. A fellow teammate borrowed it and bought his own as well.
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
A very good racquetI love it! Not only easy to swing, but it has so much power.
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
Like my Blade 104Like it a lot. Took me about 3 sets to adapt to it from a Clash 100. A lot of forehands do seem to have a little extra "dive" on them at the end. Handles nicely, and the extra length is not a problem at the net. Main issue was finding out how to handle the extra power on my forehand, but loved it at the net right away.
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
Great Racquet!When I was in high school 30 years ago, I was 4.5-5.0 player that used a 95” racket that was VERY stiff. After not playing much at all since then and developing shoulder issues my game has changed. After all these years I need an arm friendly racket that gives a good combination of control, power, and feel. I tried the Clash (both the 100 and 98 versions) and while it hit well and the power was there, it just didn’t feel right to me. This Blade 104 V8, however, hits ALL the marks for me! The feel and control are there, and because of the slightly oversized head and .5 longer frame, the power is there too. It swings super easily, and it doesn’t hurt my shoulder! The light weight doesn’t affect the stability for me, and because of its light weight it can be easily modded if you want it heavier. All in all, it’s a fantastic stick. Don’t hesitate to try it out.
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
LoveI was looking to upgrade my racquet from my old K Factors. I loved the head size and that was a priority in shopping for a new racquet. I swung this one around the room a number of years ago at the US Open Wilson shop and couldn't get it out of my head. I should have purchased it long ago. Great and effortless power with superior control with NXT 17 strings.
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
Blade 104v8Fantastic racquet! Light but very manageable for precise shot making.
5 out of 5 Stars
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Great racquetThese are very nice racquets. I bought two of them. The 104 inch head has a generous sweet spot and I think that the extra half inch of length is a nice feature. They are very forgiving and easy on the arm. I strung one with NXT and the other with X-one Biphase both 16 gauge.@ 55 lbs. I think that I like the X-one strings a little better. Great looking frames also.
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
Great frame for competitive seniorsI own 2 Blade 104 v8, strung with a very basic poly (Head Sonic Pro) at 50 pounds. I added lead strips at 3 and 9 and 2 over-grips (I use 5/8 and Wilson does not offer that grip size). They now weigh 330 grams strung. I find them to be good racquets for all-court players with classic strokes. They make everything a little easier without the lack of control associated with stiff tweeners. Good flex, good slices, good volleys, and surprising pop on serves. Most importantly, they do not hurt my elbow. They are an excellent option for 50+ year-old players who have grooved their strokes on flat-beamed, 350-gram frames, but need to adjust their equipment to compensate for an inevitable decline in speed, eyesight, or stamina (it happens to all of us, unfortunately).
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
Dependable versatilityTried playing with this racquet strung with multifilament a few times, (have to protect my wrist and elbow) and appreciated its forgiveness and power level. But it wasn't until I had it strung with natural gut recently (48 lbs), that I really felt a deep connection with it. Using gut may seem counterintuitive for a large head powerful racquet, but it totally compensates for the muted yet slightly stiff feel that all the V8 blades have. The ball pocketing actually helps tame the power, and the touch for angles and drop shots improves significantly.
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
Blade 104 V8Demo'd 5 racquets in order to determine the best for a senior mainly doubles player with a prior shoulder surgery. Absolutely like this racquet. Easy to maneuver at the net the extra head size is the ticket. Able to return hard serves without a lot of effort. Good at the baseline in extended rally's. Would recommend this stick to any aging player that still plays competitive tennis. Strung it at 57 lbs. Luxilon in the mains, Technifibre BiPhase in the crosses.
5 out of 5 Stars
Would Recommend
Great racketI am a national team coach, this is a great stick when you customize it (the spec's are great to customize due to the low weight and a low swing weight). I replace the grip with a leather grip and added about 20 grams of lead tape in 3 and 9 o'clock. It plays so good and is a very arm friendly racquet. Highly recommend.
3 out of 5 Stars
Wilson Blade 104 v8 Solid racquet, definitely one for beginners to moderate players. It feels great on serve due to the 104 head size. You can also hit groundstrokes with effortless power, however they would occasionally launch for me. An area it felt just ok was on slices and for whatever reason it just felt a little clunky. Overall a solid racquet, however, the 98 and 100 Wilson Blade v8s outshine this one in my opinion.

Previous Feedback  

Comments: I have now played extensively with both the v7 and the v8 and can offer a fair comparison. However, you should take into account that I have added lead tape to 3, 6, 5, 7 and just above the handle. I have turned a 10.2 oz unstrung racquet into a nearly 12.0 oz with my modifications. Is the v8 an improvement over the v7? Yes, but not radically so. Both racquets play about the same in terms of spin, power, control, and feel. The biggest improvement is stability. The v8 is noticeably more stable than the v7. With the added lead tape, I was able to increase the v7's stability from a liability to an asset. Without the lead tape, I thought the v7 was one of the least stable frames I had ever played with. It was horrible for volleying. With the lead tape, this problem was solved. The v8 vibrates less, is more forgiving on off-center hits and is softer on the arm. The racquet just feels more solid when hitting the ball. The remaining characteristics of the v8 are very similar to the v7. The open string pattern does create more spin and power, but also a "trampoline" effect in that the ball has a tendency to sail on you. Overall, with the aforementioned modifications, the v8 is a very solid racquet and one that would definitely appeal to certain types of players.
From: Jeff, Belvidere, IL, 1/18/22

Comments: So, I was looking for a new racquet after a shoulder injury. I was playing with the Head Gravity Pro customized with an extra 0.5 inches to the handle. Well, I ended up with a severe shoulder impingement and my doctor (who also plays tennis and specialized in sports medicine) told me to consider a lighter frame. I bought the Blade 104 on a whim and I am glad I did. I am getting more spin and more sting on my shots. I still have the same ability to end points with a winner or produce angles as I did with my Gravity, but find this racquet to be much more arm friendly. I am a strong 4.0 player stringing this racquet with Luxilon Natural Gut in the crosses and Luxilon 4G in the mains at 62 lbs.
From: Anonymous, 10/21/21

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