TennistoryWilson Blade 98 16x19 V10 vs Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9
Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V10
Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9
What the numbers mean
Unstrung weight is almost identical.
The Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V10's 16x19 pattern is more open for easier spin; the Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9's 18x20 is denser for a flatter, more controlled ball and longer string life.
Spin: the Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V10 rates 18 points higher.
Which one: the Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V10 has the edge in spin; otherwise they are close.
Side by side
| Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V10 | Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Head size (sq in) | 98 | 98 |
| Weight (g, unstrung) | 305 | 305 |
| Balance (mm) | 320 | 320 |
| Points head-light | 7.2 | 7.2 |
| String pattern | 16x19 | 18x20 |
| Length (in) | 27 | 27 |
| Stiffness (RA) | — | — |
| Power | 49 | 45 |
| Control | 97 | 97 |
| Spin | 84 | 66 |
| Sweet spot | 42 | 42 |
| Comfort | 58 | 58 |
| Status | Current | Current |
Ratings are Tennistory editorial scores (0–100); specs are unstrung.
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