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Franklin Signature Carbon STK 17mm vs Honolulu Pickleball Sword & Shield J7K
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Franklin Signature Carbon STK 17mm
Honolulu Pickleball Sword & Shield J7K
Price
$149.99
$155
Swing Weight
120
123
Twist Weight
6.6
6.36
Weight
8.1 oz
8.3 oz
Core
17mm
16mm
Spin
1316 RPM
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Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 2
Balance
246mm
242mm
Franklin Signature Carbon STK 17mm
This paddle delivers plush 17mm feel — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 120 (83rd percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 17mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Competitive price at $149.99 (below the $189 average)
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1316 RPM (bottom 2%, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersSingles PlayersTennis Converts
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Honolulu Pickleball Sword & Shield J7K
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel — a power option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 123 (top 8%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Competitive price at $155 (below the $189 average)
Cons
- −Very high swing weight of 123 (top 8%) 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
- −On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (87th percentile) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Singles PlayersTennis Converts
Creator code: PBEFFECT
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