This is the plastic version. For the wooden version, see Duncan Butterfly (Wood). The plastic version of the Butterfly had first entered production in the 1960s, when Duncan switched to plastic as the main material for their yo-yos after the buy-out by Flambeau.
As with the original wooden version, it featured a wide, flared shape that allows players to land string tricks easier. Since its release, it had become a best-selling classic, alongside the Imperial. It was also licensed for Bandai's Hyper Yo-Yo line in 1997 as the Hyper Papillon (Japanese: ハイパーパピヨン).
Official Description[]
New Giant Book of Duncan Yo-Yo and Spin Top Tricks (1971)[]
Especially designed for string tricks.
Because of its unique design, the Duncan Butterfly is the easiest of all Return Tops for all tournament and string-catch tricks.
Duncan Yo-yo Leaflet (1981)[]
Beveled sides make this a dynamite yo-yo. Used by pros and beginners for string tricks. This year's new transparent colors and graphics make the Butterfly even more appealing.
Duncan Hyper Papillon (1997)[]
Type B - String Play Type
A yo-yo with a unique hourglass shape. Suitable for string play (tricks that use the string, such as "Trapeze"). Diameter about 58mm. Weight about 50 grams.
Infinite Illusions 1999 Spring/Summer Catalog[]
A plastic yo-yo with a steel axle in the butterfly shape. A great beginner yo-yo.
Duncan Catalog (2016)[]
A favorite for over 60 years, the Butterfly offers a wide shape that makes landing the yo-yo on the string much easier. It features a flared shape, steel axle and durable plastic body that can withstand impact. It’s great for learning the basics of yo-yoing!
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Trivia[]
- Hans Wong Jensen, the 2004 Singapore 1A Champion, used a modified version of this yo-yo in his 1A freestyle at the 2004 World Yo-Yo Contest. In fact, there are many other people who also modify this classic yo-yo into an advanced player's dream.