$38-45 Per Set
16, 17 Gauges
low Stiffness
10+ Min Age

Performance Ratings

power 10/10
spin 7/10
control 7/10
comfort 10/10
durability 5/10
tension Maintenance 10/10

Junior Player Guide

For Parents
Arm Friendliness Excellent
Cost Effectiveness Expensive to maintain

Recommended Level

intermediateadvancedelite

Tension for Juniors

52-58 lbs for juniors. Holds tension excellently.

Gauge Recommendation

16 (1.30mm) for durability.

Overview

Wilson Natural Gut uses only top quality beef serosa to produce a consistent and responsive string with truly outstanding comfort. The moisture-resistant, long-life coating protects your investment and makes it as durable as some multifilaments. Slightly firmer than Babolat VS Touch but offers easy power along with better tension maintenance than any synthetic string on the market. If you are looking for ultimate feel and arm-safety, this is the perfect string.

Best For

  • Players with arm issues needing ultimate comfort
  • Touch players seeking maximum feel
  • Hybrid setups with poly crosses
  • Non-string breakers wanting premium experience

Not Ideal For

  • Budget-conscious families
  • Heavy string breakers
  • Wet/humid conditions (though coated)
  • Maximum spin players

Pros

  • + Ultimate comfort and feel
  • + Best tension maintenance available
  • + Easy power generation
  • + Moisture-resistant coating
  • + Great for arm issues
  • + Premium playing experience

Cons

  • Expensive ($38-45/set)
  • Less durable than synthetic options
  • Not for string breakers
  • Limited spin compared to shaped polys

Specifications

Type natural-gut
Construction Premium beef serosa with moisture-resistant coating
Gauges 16, 17
Colors Natural
Set Price $38-$45
Reel Price $250-$300

Used By

Roger Federer (hybrid)Pete Sampras (retired)Many tour players in hybrids

Hybrid Setup Ideas

  • Wilson Gut mains + Luxilon ALU Power Rough crosses (Champion's Choice setup)
  • Natural gut mains + any poly crosses

Stringer Notes

Handle carefully. Store in dry conditions. Coating helps but still avoid wet play. Excellent in hybrids.

Break-in Period

None. Plays beautifully from first hit.

When to Replace

When fraying begins. Can last 15-25 hours for non-breakers.

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Sources

Data verified January 2025

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