It was my 1st blade , i played with it over a year , i still have it for back up. Overall its very solid blade, pretty fast and good control. Nice craftsmanship, design, texture is solid. Recommended for offensive players, that play Chinese style of looping, especially both wings looper. Its best to pair with Chinese rubber forehand, like National hurricane Orange , or National Hurricane Blue sponge . For backhand if u r close to table then i'll recommend Tenergy 05 , mid stand and away from the table i'll recommended Tenergy 64. Hope that's help