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VS Touch 16

natural gutGauge 161.3mm

Babolat VS Touch 16 is the natural gut that Roger Federer used for the vast majority of his career, strung in his mains alongside Luxilon ALU Power in the crosses. VS Touch is considered by many string experts to be the finest natural gut available, with comfort and tension maintenance that edge out Wilson Natural Gut 16 in head-to-head playtest comparisons. The slightly thinner 1.30mm gauge compared to some competitors creates an even livelier response and more pronounced feel on contact. At $50 per set, VS Touch is the premium natural gut option — an investment that rewards players who prioritize touch, feel, and arm comfort above all else.

Ratings

Spin

7/10

Power

10/10

Comfort

10/10

Durability

7/10

Tension loss

10/10

Full specifications

BrandBabolat
ModelVS Touch 16
Typenatural gut
Gauge16
Gauge (mm)1.3mm
Price per set$50
Price per reel
ColorsNatural

Pros and cons

Pros

+

Supremely comfortable — best feel in tennis

+

Exceptional power and tension maintenance

+

Arm-friendly for players with injury history

+

Roger Federer's longtime string of choice

Cons

-

Most expensive string on the market

-

Moisture-sensitive — avoid wet conditions

-

Less durable than any polyester option

Babolat VS Touch 16

$50

Price per set

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Quick specs

Typenatural gut
Gauge16
Spin7/10
Durability7/10
Babolat VS Touch 16 Review — Specs, Price & Buying Guide