Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 12mm vs Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec

Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 12mm

Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 16mm

Price

$149.99

Swing Weight

104

137

Twist Weight

5.57

7.17

Weight

7.4 oz

8.9 oz

Core

12mm

16mm

Power

—

56.75 MPH

Pop

—

34.7 MPH

Spin

1911 RPM

2090.5 RPM

Shape

Elongated

Face

Carbon

Composite

Build

—

Gen 2

Balance

234mm

244mm

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

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Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.75 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, rock-solid stability (top 8%) — a all-court option in a elongated shape.

Pros

+Good spin generation at 2090.5 RPM (66th percentile)
+Exceptional stability — 7.17 twist weight is top 8% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
+Heavy swing weight of 137 (top 0%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
+Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
+Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

−Lower pop at 34.7 MPH (bottom 8%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
−Very high swing weight of 137 (top 0%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
−Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
−Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

BeginnersControl / Touch PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts

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