Brave Sword 10 Review

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  1. HardSmasher

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    which one is 3mm bigger?
     
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    Just get the 10.

    :D
     
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    already have 10 :) just wondering about SW35 as spare or vice versa :confused:
     
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    ah i see, thanks for clearing that up.
     
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    I won't hijack this thread with a SW35 review as there's already a thread on it. It's a racket worth having I reckon - I'm still undecided on whether that or the BS10 is my go-to. Both very different but both very good in their own right.
     
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    if you buy a SW35, then you will find that the BS10 will be spending a lot of time in your bag.:)
     
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    I think it depends on your level, and how you have it strung. I have both BS10 and SW35 strung with BG66M @ 25lbs, and my touch game is lacking on the SW35. I prefer it for every other aspect, but I'm struggling transitioning to my short game to the point I'm thinking of backing off the tension.

    They're both such good and affordable rackets that if you're a Victor fan, it's worth having both just so you can contrast and compare.
     
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    wont lowering tension make the 'touch game' more difficult?
     
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    Hey Bro...if go to VICTOR TW ,the BW 10 shaft is MEDIUM STIFF as shown in the detail . www.victorsport.com.tw

    Compare with the VICTOR EN or OFFICIAL WEBSITE ,BW 10 shaft is STIFF as Shown in detail. www.victorsport.com
     
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    Hey Bro...if go to VICTOR TW ,the BW 10 shaft is MEDIUM STIFF as shown in the detail . www.victorsport.com.tw

    Compare with the VICTOR EN or OFFICIAL WEBSITE ,BW 10 shaft is STIFF as Shown in detail. www.victorsport.com
    U can buy it at MALAYSIA....:D GOOD LUCK...TQ
     
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    Have also both. The SIW 35 if I play with a girl XD. For MD I change between SIW and BS10. Mostly depends on if my opponents are smashing freaks I choose the BS10 for better defending. If not my choice depends on mood an my partner. But I must agree with LD rules!. I play more with the SIW 35. :)
     
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    I've played with BS10 for a while before getting a SW35... the SW35 is more suited for my style. VERY powerful, I play 99% mens' doubles and prefer the back court position. Big time smashes and easy drop shots. The BS10 is no doubt a great racket and like most say its FAST. But for some reason, the shear raw power waiting in the SW35 is just the right combination (for me and my style).
     
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    I really want a racket with the best parts of the SW35 and BS10 wrapped into one.

    :D
     
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    Maklike

    Try doing some of my armchair exercises, especially video no 3. Once practiced you won't need to worry about changing.

    Paul
    www.badminton-coach.co.uk
     
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    well, at the moment i will stick with BS10, it still serve me good, im synchronising well with the racket. too much choice will make us out of concentration :)
     
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    So is there any shop in Klang valley ( Malaysia ) that sells the BS 10 stiff version?
     
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    i bought mine online at www.authenticbadminton.com
     
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    Anyone have both 4U and 3U versions of BS10? Beside weight, how do they differ in play?
     
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    both are good its just the grip usually its in 3u it doesnt change much . just buy what fits ur hand.
     
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    Just got hold of a new BS10 today with the blue butt-cap which is exactly like my BS11 that I bought from Taipei. Anyhow I saw there are a few minor cosmetic changes on the BS10 compared to the BS11.

    1.) The "square head shape" wordings is missing at the top part of the frame.
    2.) The stiffness indicator is on the cone instead on the bottom of the shaft.
    3.) The specification sticker is missing too. All spec ratings are on the cone.
    3.) Only "Sword" instead of "BraveSword" on the 4 and 5 o'clock position of the inner frame. The font is different too.

    Stiffness rating is stiff. 5 out of 5 rating on the indicator.

    Also I did measure the BP which is 296mm versus 292mm on the BS11. Both without string and with original grip at the time of measuring. Both rackets are 3UG2 and will be testing it out after I got it strung.
     
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