Dunlop Silk 16G Black Tennis String

The Dunlop Silk 16G in Black is a high-performance multifilament string designed to bridge the gap between synthetic materials and the premium feel of natural gut. It is widely regarded as one of the most comfortable strings in Dunlop's catalog, specifically engineered to provide maximum power and vibration dampening.

Performance Profile

The string is built with a unique polyurethane (PU) injection process that allows it to behave much differently than standard synthetic guts.

1. Power (10/10): The pure DuPont PA66 central core provides a high energy return, allowing players to generate significant pace with less effort.
2. Comfort (10/10): The "Silk" name refers to its smooth, plush feel. The thermo-elastic PU resin helps absorb harsh vibrations upon impact, protecting the arm and shoulder.
3. Feel & Touch: It offers "gut-like" playability with a deep pocketing effect, giving players better feedback for volleys and touch shots.
4. Tension Maintenance: It features unsurpassed tension maintenance for a multifilament, meaning it stays in its "peak" performance window longer than many competitors.

Best Suited For

1. Precision Players: Those who need added feel and touch to complement their control-oriented game.
2. Injury Prevention: An excellent choice for players suffering from tennis elbow or joint pain who need a soft, forgiving stringbed.
3. Hybrid Users: Ideal for use in the crosses of a hybrid setup to soften the feel of a stiff polyester main string.
4. Junior & Senior Players: Anyone who benefits from "free power" and a stringbed that doesn't require high swing speeds to generate depth.

Feature

• Color: Black
• Gauge: 16 / 1.32mm
• Length: 40ft / 12.2m
• Bonding: Thermo-elastic PU resin.
• Coating: Super-bonded polymer outer coating.
• Composition: Pure DuPont PA66 Multifilament central core.