Era: 1977
Country: USA
Manufacturer: Prince
Construction: Aluminium, oversized head
Weight: ~340 g (era-typical, strung)
Category: Metal transitional racket
Notable associations: Early oversize adopters on tour
Collector focus: Historical significance · originality
Iconic Status
The first commercially produced oversized tennis racquet, a revolutionary design of the late 1970s.
History
Introduced in 1977, it changed the game by offering a larger sweet spot and increased power.
Collectibility and Value
€80–€150 used, €150–€250 excellent/original packaging, exceptional up to €300. Available on eBay, Mercari, Barnebys, Catawiki.
Technical Notes
Larger sweet spot ideal for aggressive baseline play, still maintains good control for its size.
Sources & research note: specifications reflect period-typical production; individual examples vary. Archive status: Researched.
This racket is part of Court Privée’s 1970s collection — see the full lineup: Rackets from the 70s.
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