Wilson Hyper Hammer 4.3 PH Stretch

Advantages: Great feel.
Disadvantages: Little control on first serve.

...In a previous opinion in the tennis racquets section, I stated that I had a Wilson Hammer 6.4. Unfortunately due to some rather worrying circumstances, I no longer have this racquet. Why?, I hear you ask. Well the answer is that it broke. Because I play a very 'coached' game, I tend to hit massive topspin on my forehand which breaks a lot of strings. Constant re-strings eventually start to damage the frame of the racquet due to the constant change in tension and stress. This leads to cracks appearing in the frames and then in the case of my racquet, it just buckled. So, I had to look for new racquets. The first racquet that crossed my mind was the Wilson Hyper Hammer 6.3 and that was the one which I decided on. The Wilson Hammer range of racquets has been going for ages now and in the 1998/9 they introduced a new compound for making... Read review

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Advantages: A good all round racket, recommended for those with weaker wrists
Disadvantages: A very light racket so shots can sometimes be miss hit

...(or heavier) player's racquet will be able to develop their game with this racket and can add weight at a later stage, if so desired. The lightness of the Hammer makes it a good candidate for weight customization. At only 9.8 ounces strung, theHammer leaves players plenty of room to create a weight and balance to suit personal tastes. Overall i think a good fit for the all court player with a classic stroke style, the Wilson Hyper Hammer is a versatile racquet that should garner similar popularity as previous Hammer models. Control oriented players should definitely give this racket a try, as when swung at a medium pace, the racquet offers a good level of comfort and feel. Stronger players may want to beef up the weight of the racket and at only 9.8 ounces, there is plenty of room for customization.... Read review

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Advantages: The power, a bit of spin
Disadvantages: Hardly any control, not value for money

...a garentee and they let you have a 1 hour hit with it first. don't buy this sledge hammer... Read review

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