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Franklin Dynasty 12 Feather Weight vs Paddletek Reign v3
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Specs Comparison
Spec
Franklin Dynasty 12 Feather Weight
Paddletek Reign v3
Price
$149.99
$199.99
Swing Weight
109
110
Twist Weight
5.7
5.78
Weight
7.3 oz
7.6 oz
Core
12mm
12.7mm
Power
55.7 MPH
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Pop
35.2 MPH
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Spin
1936 RPM
1810 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
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Balance
242mm
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Franklin Dynasty 12 Feather Weight
This paddle delivers mid-range 55.7 MPH power, crisp 12mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — an all-court option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +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 $189 average)
- +Lightweight at 7.3 oz (bottom 1%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- −Lower pop at 35.2 MPH (18th 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
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Paddletek Reign v3
This paddle delivers crisp 12.7mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (12.7mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Lightweight at 7.6 oz (bottom 3%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1810 RPM (16th percentile, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
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