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Franklin Dynasty 12 Feather Weight vs Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 12mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Franklin Dynasty 12 Feather Weight
Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 12mm
Price
$149.99
$149.99
Swing Weight
109
104
Twist Weight
5.7
5.57
Weight
7.3 oz
7.4 oz
Core
12mm
12mm
Power
55.7 MPH
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Pop
35.2 MPH
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Spin
1936 RPM
1911 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
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Balance
242mm
234mm
Franklin Dynasty 12 Feather Weight
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.7 MPH power, crisp 12mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a all-court option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 109 is in the 19th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (12mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Competitive price at $149.99 (below the $197 average)
- +Lightweight at 7.3 oz (bottom 0%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- −Lower pop at 35.2 MPH (17th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.7 (13th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Best For
Budget-Conscious Buyers
Code: PBEFFECT
Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 12mm
This paddle delivers crisp 12mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 104 is in the bottom 6% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (12mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Competitive price at $149.99 (below the $197 average)
- +Lightweight at 7.4 oz (bottom 1%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.57 (bottom 10%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Very light swing weight of 104 (bottom 6%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Best For
Budget-Conscious Buyers
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10% OFF
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