Calibur AF

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Calibur AF

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Average review score

  • Rating: 9.67 / 10
  • Number of reviews: 15
    • Swing: 9.6
    • Maneuverability: 9.4
    • Control: 8.87
    • Touch：9

    Specifications

    Producer
    MIZUNO
    Series
    Caliber (CALIBER)
    Model number
    73JTB70409
    Grip size
    G5
    Color
    09: Black × Green
    Length
    675
    Weight
    5U
    Shaft stiffness / feel
    Hard
    Head balance
    Even balance
    Recommended tension

    20 to 25

    Frame material
    High Elastic Graphite + Graphite (Solid Carbon Concept), RF Carbon, HG Resin
    Shaft material
    High Elastic Graphite + Graphite (Solid Carbon Concept), RF Carbon, HG Resin
    Frame shape
    isometric

    User Review SummaryAI Summary
    A lightweight racket that enables easy handling and increased swing speed, delivering high offensive capability. It is supported by a wide range of players from beginners to advanced users, especially popular among those lacking physical strength and all-around players.
    ■ Frequently mentioned points
    • Lightweight yet effective head with excellent power transfer capability
    • Outstanding maneuverability and swing-through for aggressive play
    • Comfortable grip that fits the hand naturally and is easy to handle
    • Improved swing speed increases shot sharpness and velocity
    • Stiff shaft requires adjustment but enables precise control once mastered
    ■ Representative voices
    ▲ PositiveLight and easy to use, the swing speed increased, and the shots have more speed and sharpness than before. It's a very user-friendly and easy-to-handle racket.
    ▽ CriticalBecause it's light, power smashes lack impact, and the ball feel is unique, which can feel unfamiliar to those accustomed to Yonex. It may feel insufficient for male singles-focused players.

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    • tomi

      tomi （Experience：More than 20 years）

      (I'm a male player on a corporate team)
      Light, but not too light. The balance is head-light, close to even. The shaft is somewhat stiff.
      Pros… Clears fly very well even when you're under pressure. Smashes from a high contact point drop steeply. Fast touches in doubles are easy.
      Cons… Because it's light, smashes with your body weight behind them lack punch. The feel is unique, so people used to YONEX will find it odd. (You get used to it quickly, though)
      Overall… Male players who mainly play singles may find it lacking, but otherwise it's a very good racket. Especially for players who rely on sharpness.
      I started using this racket after an elbow injury, and the strain on my elbow has decreased.

      2020/07/11
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      7
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    • Yatterman

      Yatterman （Experience：11-20 years） Worried about how light 5U is

      There's nothing to worry about with the lightness of 5U. The head has weight behind it, so the shuttle dips when you hit it. Maneuverability is good, so you can defend a wide area. At the same time, it's also effective on offense.

      2020/01/19
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      9
      Touch
      10
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    • Miya

      Miya （Experience：6-10 years） The CALIBER AF lets you attack from a wide range.

      I've been using the MIZUNO CALIBER AF for three years now. I've liked it all along and keep using it. It fits my hand well and I think it's a very easy racket to handle. I can retrieve shots over a wide area, and smashes land satisfyingly. It combines attacking power with good maneuverability, making it the best racket for me.

      2018/11/02
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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    • Snoopy

      Snoopy （Experience：6-10 years） A racket that lets you get the most out of your power.

      I was looking for a racket with a cool design. I was impressed that it's not just cool-looking but also catches the shuttle solidly and sends it flying. I'm not the most physically strong person, but it still sends out powerful shots, so I really like it.

      2018/10/19
      Overall
      8/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      8
      Control
      8
      Touch
      10
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    • Shingo

      Shingo （Experience：6-10 years） A very easy-to-grip grip.

      The shaft is on the stiff side, and my impression is that it takes a bit of time to get used to. Its feature is the easy-to-grip grip. It almost feels like it's become a part of my hand, and the maneuverability is outstanding. It's also light and the swing speed is good, so you can play aggressively too.

      2018/09/07
      Overall
      8/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      6
      Touch
      6
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    • Hirosaki

      Hirosaki （Experience：6-10 years） A slightly stiff but easy-to-handle racket.

      The shaft is on the stiff side. The grip feels very natural in the hand and doesn't slip easily, and because it's light, it's that much easier to maneuver. It's also easy to swing, so smashes are easy to hit. Every kind of shot is easy to play, so it's probably suited to all-round players.

      2018/06/26
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      6
      Touch
      8
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    • Megumi

      Megumi （Experience：2-3 years） I think the MIZUNO CALIBER AF can be used as an all-rounder.

      I'm not very confident in my stamina, so I was looking for a light, easy-to-use racket. When I borrowed a MIZUNO CALIBER AF from an acquaintance and tried it, I was so impressed by how it catches the shuttle solidly and sends it flying that I bought one right away. It produces powerful shots for someone with my stamina, so I really like it. It's also easy to maneuver, so you can use it as an all-rounder.

      2018/04/13
      Overall
      10/10
      Swing
      10
      Maneuverability
      10
      Control
      10
      Touch
      10
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