the Wilson Ultra 2

[siucbasser]

I'm not really sure where it was made, I hoped someone could clear this up, as the guide I've seen is unclear

[Hannah19]

Is there a 3 letter code on the buttcap?
It's sometimes hard to see but if it has a "Q" in it, it's a St Vincent and therefor more valuable.

[giokkk67]

Originally Posted by Tennis Man

It's nice find. It's second generation U2 made in ST Vincent. If you want to sell or trade it let me know.

Actually it's not a Saint Vincent,this is a "in the middle production" ULTRA2.
It is the last batch of ULTRA2 made in Chicago before the factory moved to W.I.

No grip collar (like the future SV) with black cap and string tension 65-70 lbs.
First SV had white cap and string tension 55-65 lbs,late SV 50-60 lbs,the code written on the grommet set is 22D-1229 .


Hope it helps,

Giovanni

[Tennis Man]

Originally Posted by giokkk67

Actually it's not a Saint Vincent,this is a "in the middle production" ULTRA2.
It is the last batch of ULTRA2 made in Chicago before the factory moved to W.I.

No grip collar (like the future SV) with black cap and string tension 65-70 lbs.
First SV had white cap and string tension 55-65 lbs,late SV 50-60 lbs,the code written on the grommet set is 22D-1229 .


Hope it helps,

Giovanni

Thta's a very valuable piece of information. I actually didn't catch the black butt cap. My favorite version by far is St Vincent, with the white butt cap and without collar. I would always pay a premium for it.

[giokkk67]

Originally Posted by Tennis Man

Thta's a very valuable piece of information. I actually didn't catch the black butt cap. My favorite version by far is St Vincent, with the white butt cap and without collar. I would always pay a premium for it.

The siucbasser's ULTRA2 is a rare version,a sort of "prototype" of the next ULTRA2 Saint Vincent.

I agree with You Tennis Man,the ULTRA2 Saint Vincent is amazing,especially the latest model (the one with the "R" trademark over the frame and on the butt cap),a bit lighter (340-345g) compared to the Chicago version (349-357g),more wieldy but with the same solid feel and power.

One of the greatest frame ever, same level of the Pro Staff Saint Vincent in my opinion.

[Tennis Man]

Originally Posted by giokkk67

The siucbasser's ULTRA2 is a rare version,a sort of "prototype" of the next ULTRA2 Saint Vincent.

I agree with You Tennis Man,the ULTRA2 Saint Vincent is amazing,especially the latest model (the one with the "R" trademark over the frame and on the butt cap),a bit lighter (340-345g) compared to the Chicago version (349-357g),more wieldy but with the same solid feel and power.

One of the greatest frame ever, same level of the Pro Staff Saint Vincent in my opinion.

I just wish they had a bumper guard. It's so hard to keep them from scuffing on the top.

[tbuggle]

Just saw an old-timer, i'd guess 75 plus YO taking it to some young bucks with his Ultra 2 yesterday.

Good stuff.

[max]

You know, it's funny, but out of the blue, I was thinking of the Ultra 2 last night. Just remembering how nice and solid it felt.

[Avles]

I found an Ultra 2 mid at the thrift store today.

[max]

Originally Posted by Avles

I found an Ultra 2 mid at the thrift store today.

Avles, I say this with no animus, but you, my friend, ARE a lucky *******!

. . . what I would give to have one fall into my hands!


ENJOY!