Butterfly Viscaria vs Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive: Which Should You Buy?
| Butterfly Viscaria | Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 9.0/10 | 8.5/10 |
| feel | medium-hard | hard outer + soft core, linear |
| handle | FL/ST/AN | FL/ST/AN/CS |
| plies | 5W+2 Arylate-Carbon | 5W (all wood) |
| speed | OFF | OFF |
| thickness_mm | 5.8 | 5.7 |
| weight_g | 87 | 88 |
Yasaka Ma Lin Extra Offensive
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The Ma Lin Extra Offensive is all-wood: fast yet linear, with a superb short game and pinpoint placement at great value, best close to mid-table. The Viscaria is a premium outer-carbon blade with crisp, deep power and a large sweet spot.
Pick the Ma Lin EO for all-wood control and value in a close game. Pick the Viscaria for crisp carbon power and reach from distance.
FAQ
Which has more power?
The Viscaria — crisp carbon power, especially from distance. The Ma Lin EO is linear and control-first.
Which has the better short game?
The Ma Lin Extra Offensive is famed for its short game and placement; the Viscaria is more about power.