Andro Treiber CI OFF vs Butterfly Hadraw SR: Which Should You Buy?
| Andro Treiber CI OFF | Butterfly Hadraw SR | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 8.4/10 | 8.0/10 |
| feel | woody with carbon kick; firm primary touch, softer follow-through | firm, crisp, high rebound with woody dwell |
| handle | FL / AN / ST | FL / AN / ST |
| plies | 5 plies (3 wood + 2 inner KVL carbon layers) | 7-ply all wood |
| speed | OFF | OFF+ |
| thickness_mm | approx 5.9mm | 6.6 |
| weight_g | approx 84-90g | 91 |
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These blades appeal to different philosophies within the OFF class. Andro Treiber CI OFF (8.4 rating) is an inner-carbon blade with a unique kick-type elasticity—outstanding spin generation and dwell time from its Limba top and KVL carbon sandwich, activating extra power on hard hits while staying stable on softer touches. It is woody in feel despite carbon layers, making it ideal for looping players wanting carbon’s crispness without sacrificing dwell.
Butterfly Hadraw SR (8 rating) is pure OFF+ all-wood speed from a 7-ply construction made in Japan. True off-table pace and wenge outer veneers deliver satisfying pop with more dwell than carbon blades at similar speeds. The trade-off is rubber pairing and accessibility—hard or thick rubbers cause the ball to fly before spin develops, and the blade is discontinued and harder to source. For looping development, Treiber offers inner-carbon stability and spin; for flat-drive attackers seeking wood’s tactile feedback, Hadraw’s true wood construction and speed suit specialists willing to source it.
FAQ
I want to develop my looping spin. Which blade gives better dwell and feedback?
Treiber CI. Outstanding spin generation and dwell time are core strengths, with Limba feel providing clear feedback. Hadraw is optimized for flat drives and speed; Treiber is optimized for looping development.
I want maximum speed and flat-drive power from all wood. Which should I choose?
Hadraw SR. True OFF+ speed from pure 7-ply all-wood construction. Treiber’s primary speed is moderate OFF, not suited for players needing off-table pace.
Can I use Treiber with soft rubbers, or does it require medium-hard rubber?
Treiber requires medium-hard rubber to unlock its full potential. Hadraw is more flexible with rubber pairing but demands soft-to-medium rubbers to function properly (hard rubbers cause flight before spin develops).
Is availability an issue for either blade?
Treiber is current production and easy to source. Hadraw is discontinued, so availability is limited to secondary market. Sourcing Hadraw is an ongoing frustration if you choose it.
Which is lighter and easier on arm fatigue?
Treiber at 84-90g is balanced. Hadraw at 91g is slightly heavier. For long sessions, Treiber is marginally friendlier, though both are reasonable weights.