TennistoryWilson Blade 98 16x19 V9 vs Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V10
Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9
Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V10
What the numbers mean
Unstrung weight is almost identical.
The Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9's 16x19 pattern is more open for easier spin; the Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V10's 18x20 is denser for a flatter, more controlled ball and longer string life.
Spin: the Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9 rates 18 points higher.
Which one: the Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9 has the edge in spin; otherwise they are close.
Side by side
| Wilson Blade 98 16x19 V9 | Wilson Blade 98 18x20 V10 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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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