TennistoryWilson Blade 100 V10 vs Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9
Wilson Blade 100 V10
Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9
What the numbers mean
The Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9 is 5 g heavier unstrung, so it is more stable but asks more of your swing.
The Wilson Blade 100 V10 has 2 sq in more head, which forgives off-centre hits; the Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9 favours precision.
Power: the Wilson Blade 100 V10 rates 11 points higher.
Control: the Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9 rates 12 points higher.
Spin: the Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9 rates 14 points higher.
Sweet spot: the Wilson Blade 100 V10 rates 22 points higher.
Which one: pick the Wilson Blade 100 V10 if sweet spot matters most, the Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9 if you value spin.
Side by side
| Wilson Blade 100 V10 | Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Head size (sq in) | 100 | 98 |
| Weight (g, unstrung) | 300 | 305 |
| Balance (mm) | 320 | 320 |
| Points head-light | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| String pattern | 16x19 | 16x19 |
| Length (in) | 27 | 27 |
| Stiffness (RA) | — | — |
| Power | 60 | 49 |
| Control | 85 | 97 |
| Spin | 70 | 84 |
| Sweet spot | 64 | 42 |
| Comfort | 60 | 58 |
| Status | Current | Current |
Ratings are Tennistory editorial scores (0–100); specs are unstrung.
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