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Franklin C45 Hybrid with 8.5 grams tungsten and 9 gram Flick weight 14mm vs Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Franklin C45 Hybrid with 8.5 grams tungsten and 9 gram Flick weight 14mm
Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK 16mm
Price
$229
$195
Swing Weight
113
113
Twist Weight
6.92
6.88
Weight
8.6 oz
8.1 oz
Core
14mm
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Power
57.4 MPH
57.2 MPH
Pop
37.9 MPH
37.1 MPH
Spin
2204 RPM
2209 RPM
Shape
Hybrid
—
Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 3
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Balance
228mm
237mm

Franklin C45 Hybrid with 8.5 grams tungsten and 9 gram Flick weight 14mm

This paddle delivers 80th percentile power (57.4 MPH), crisp 14mm feel, 88th percentile spin (2204 RPM) — a all-court option in a hybrid shape.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 57.4 MPH (80th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Exceptional pop at 37.9 MPH — top 6% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
  • +Outstanding spin at 2204 RPM — 88th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Exceptional stability — 6.92 twist weight is 84th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
  • +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback

Cons

  • −On the heavy side at 8.6 oz (top 3%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

Best For

Power PlayersSpin-Heavy Players

Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 57.2 MPH power, 89th percentile spin (2209 RPM) — a versatile option.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 57.2 MPH (76th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Solid pop at 37.1 MPH (84th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Outstanding spin at 2209 RPM — 89th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Exceptional stability — 6.88 twist weight is 83th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits

Cons

    Best For

    Power PlayersSpin-Heavy Players

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