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Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 16mm vs Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J1 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 16mm
Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J1 16mm
Price
$149.99
$166.5
Swing Weight
137
128
Twist Weight
7.17
6.9
Weight
8.9 oz
8.8 oz
Core
16mm
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Power
56.75 MPH
56.2 MPH
Pop
34.7 MPH
35 MPH
Spin
2090.5 RPM
1880 RPM
Shape
Elongated
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Face
Composite
Composite
Build
Gen 2
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Balance
244mm
241mm
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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Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J1 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.2 MPH power — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Exceptional stability — 6.9 twist weight is 84th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Heavy swing weight of 128 (top 2%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Competitive price at $166.5 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 35 MPH (14th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Very high swing weight of 128 (top 2%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −On the heavy side at 8.8 oz (top 1%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Tennis Converts
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