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Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 12mm vs Six Zero Sapphire
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 12mm
Six Zero Sapphire
Price
$149.99
$149.99
Swing Weight
104
110
Twist Weight
5.57
5.45
Weight
7.4 oz
8 oz
Core
12mm
13mm
Spin
1911 RPM
1664 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 1.5
Balance
234mm
223.5mm
Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 12mm
This paddle delivers crisp 12mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 104 is in the bottom 7% (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 $189 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 7%) 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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Six Zero Sapphire
This paddle delivers crisp 13mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a power option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Competitive price at $149.99 (below the $189 average)
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1664 RPM (bottom 9%, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.45 (bottom 7%) 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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