Model status
This appears to be older stock rather than a current flagship model, so availability and support can vary by region.
Li-Ning SS 68 G4 racket guide
Li-Ning SS 68 G4 racket guide
The SS 68 G4 is an older black-and-gold Li-Ning racket that still appears at specialist retailers. Match the exact model and supplied string condition before ordering.
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At a glance
Construction
Current listings describe a carbon or graphite build. Match that description to the exact frame and packaging.
Colour
The commonly pictured version is black and gold. Similar Li-Ning names or colourways are not automatically the same racket.
Stringing
The linked retailer describes a version supplied with string; other older listings have used different wording, so confirm before buying.
Product sources
How to verify this racket
This page is based on document review, not a hands-on product test. Confirm the exact model code, weight class, grip code, string condition, and warranty with the seller. Use the manufacturer’s official site to distinguish the brand from marketplace listings, and consult the BWF racket rules for governing dimensions.
What to check before buying
Match the SS 68 G4 name, black-and-gold graphics and any shaft or cone codes shown in the listing. Ask for current photos if the retailer is using a catalogue image or if the racket has been stored for a long time.
Confirm whether the racket arrives strung, what string is installed and whether the seller knows the tension. An old string bed may need replacing even when it looks intact, so include a possible restring in the real cost.
With older stock, inspect return terms and regional warranty coverage before use or restringing. If the seller cannot identify the model or supplied condition clearly, a current racket with better documentation is the easier choice.
Who might still want it
It makes the most sense for a player replacing the same model, a collector, or someone who can inspect the racket and compare it with a familiar setup.
For a first serious racket, a newer model with clear weight, balance, flex and tension information may be a better buy even if the initial price is slightly higher.
Older-racket care
Ask a stringer to check the frame, grommets and handle before restringing. Printed tension guidance assumes a sound frame and should not override cracks, distortion or brittle grommets.
Keep the racket away from hot vehicles, crushing loads and moisture around the wooden handle. Stop using it after a major clash if you see a crack, loose handle or spreading paint fracture.
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