Victor Gold No 5 Feather Shuttlecock

Victor Gold No. 5 Feather Shuttlecock - 1 Dozen (Speed 76 / 77)

The Victor Gold No. 5 is a duck-feather, composite-cork shuttlecock built for tournament and regular club play. Available in Speed 76 and Speed 77 — A-grade flight, tuned for Indian indoor courts.

Quick Answer

The Victor Gold No. 5 is an A-grade duck feather shuttlecock with a composite cork base, sold in tubes of 12. Available in Speed 76 (warmer/hotter halls) and Speed 77 (standard year-round). Suited for intermediate to advanced players in tournaments, leagues, and club matches.

Key Features

• High-Grade Duck Feather: Stable flight and consistent trajectory.
• Composite Cork Base: Reliable rebound off the racket strings.
• Two Speed Options: Speed 76 for warmer courts, Speed 77 for standard play.
• A-Grade Flight Rating: Tournament-ready performance.
• 1 Dozen Tube: 12 shuttles per pack.

Specifications

• Brand: Victor
• Model: Gold No. 5
• Feather: Duck Feather (high-grade)
• Base: Composite Cork (softwood)
• Speeds Available: 76, 77
• Flight Rating: A
• Pack Size: 12 shuttles (1 dozen)
• Use: Tournament + Club + Practice
• Player Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Speed 76 vs Speed 77: Which to Pick

• Speed 76 (Slower): Best for hot summers, humid coastal cities, and high-altitude courts where the shuttle naturally flies further. Pick this for Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, and most Indian halls between April and September.
• Speed 77 (Medium): The default choice for most Indian indoor halls year-round. Suited for air-conditioned courts and moderate climates. Pick this if your hall is regulated or you train across seasons.

Who Should Buy It

• Club and league players who train multiple times a week.
• Coaches running structured drills who need consistent flight.
• Tournament players who want reliable shuttles below premium-tier pricing.

Who It Is Not For

• Pure beginners — a nylon shuttle (Mavis 350) costs less for early practice.
• BWF international tournaments — use Victor Master Ace or Gold Champion instead.

Why Choose the Gold No. 5

• Better durability than ₹1400–1500 dozen tubes thanks to high-grade duck feather selection.
• Two speed options let you match the shuttle to your court conditions.
• Mid-tier of the Victor Gold range — quality flight without Master-series pricing.

Where Gold No. 5 Sits in the Victor Range

• Champion No. 1: BWF-approved, international tournaments.
• Gold No. 1 / No. 3: Premium duck feather, national tournaments.
• Gold No. 5: Mid-tier — club, league, regular tournament play.
• Master No. 8 / Champion No. 7: Practice and beginner training only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What speeds does the Victor Gold No. 5 come in?

The Gold No. 5 is available in Speed 76 and Speed 77. Speed 76 suits warmer halls and summer play. Speed 77 is the default year-round choice for most Indian indoor courts.

What is the difference between Speed 76 and Speed 77?

Speed 76 flies slightly slower and is preferred in hot or humid conditions where shuttles naturally travel further. Speed 77 is medium-paced and works for standard indoor play across most of the year.

Is the Victor Gold No. 5 BWF approved?

No. The Gold No. 5 is built for tournament and club play but is not on the current BWF-approved list. For BWF-level international competition, use the Victor Master Ace or Gold Champion.

How many shuttles come in one tube?

Each Victor Gold No. 5 tube contains 12 shuttlecocks (one dozen).

Are these shuttles made from duck feather or goose feather?

The Gold No. 5 uses high-grade duck feather. Goose feather shuttles in the Victor range are reserved for the Master series (Master Ace, Master No. 1, etc.).

How long does a Victor Gold No. 5 shuttle last?

Lifespan depends on player level and stroke power. For intermediate players, expect 1–3 full games per shuttle. Hard hitters may go through one shuttle in a single game; recreational players can stretch one shuttle across multiple games.

Which speed should I pick if my hall has air conditioning?

Speed 77 is the safer pick for air-conditioned halls. Speed 76 is better when temperatures inside the hall regularly exceed 30°C without climate control.