Xiom Control Off

[pingpongrob]

Well I had my first hit with this blade today, and I must say its a very nice blade, good control faster than the Control All+. Great for looping, especially off the backhand. Again Softer sponge rubbers seem to suit it better.

One thing that I disliked, was the Tiny, and I mean tiny handle. For those that are used to the Larger Andro, Donic, Butterfly handles, then you have to give this one a miss.

Again, Xiom has the speed of this blade Spot on. Excellent craftsmanship, and good balance.

[speedplay]

Are XIOM blades generally delivered with a small handle or was this an exception?

Cause if I ever give them a try, I wouldn't be keen on a small handle. Especially not a short one, don't mind if they are a bit skinny as long as they have the length.

[Skippy]

My Straight handled Strad is a hair skinnier than most of my blades, but not much skinnier.  Seems like Straight handles are roughly similar.

[pingpongrob]

All the Xiom blades have differant handle sizes, This one is within the specs listed in the catalogue. Others in the range have much larger handle sizes.