Era: 1984
Country: USA
Manufacturer: Prince
Construction: Graphite, oversized head
Weight: ~325 g (era-typical, strung)
Category: Oversize power/forgiveness racket
Notable associations: Early oversize adopters
Collector focus: Historical importance · originality
Iconic Status
The first commercially successful graphite and oversize tennis racquet, a revolutionary model of the 1980s.
History
Introduced in 1980, changed racquet design forever, offering more power and forgiveness.
Collectibility and Value
€100–€200 used, €180–€300 excellent/original packaging, exceptional up to €350. Available on eBay, Mercari, Barnebys, Catawiki.
Technical Notes
Oversized head allows easier hitting and greater forgiveness.
Sources & research note: specifications reflect period-typical production; individual examples vary. Archive status: Researched.
This racket is part of Court Privée’s 1980s collection — see the full lineup: Rackets from the 80s.
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