Tuesday, 4 November 2008

The Shakehand models

Butterfly Online: "Many blades come in different handle styles.
The Shakehand models are:

* Anatomic (AN) - The second most popular style. An (AN) handle is tapered at the neck and is broader in the middle. The area between the base and middle is slightly concave.
* Flared (FL) - The most popular style. A (FL) handle is wide at the base and is concave in the center.
* Straight (ST) - The (ST) handle has no deviation in it. It is uniform from neck to base.

The Penhold models are:

* Chinese (CS) - The (CS) handles are very similar to a conical shaped shakehand blade with a shorter handle.
* Japanese (JP) - Most (JP) handles are long and narrow. They feature a block of cork on top of the handle for a surer and more comfortable grip. There is also a thin layer of cork on the b"

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