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P46 / Bergeron vs P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek

Side by side curve comparison. Specs, cross-brand equivalents, and which players use each.

Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthSlight
Lie5
TypeMid-Toe
Brand names
P46P46W46PP46Blade 11
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Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthModerate
Lie5
TypeHeel
Brand names
P89W04Blade 16
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Key Differences

Face AngleP46 / Bergeron has a slightly open face angle, P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek has a open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthP89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek has a deeper curve (Moderate) versus the slight P46 / Bergeron. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieBoth curves share the same lie (5). Lie affects how the blade sits flat on the ice at your natural skating posture.
Curve TypeP46 / Bergeron is a Mid-Toe curve (versatile with a slight toe bias). P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek is a Heel curve (heel-weighted, better for slapshots and backhand passes).

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