Arma S Metalic
This paddle delivers crisp 14mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 9%) — a power option in a wide body shape.
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Specs & Lab Data
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Find Your Perfect MatchPros
- +Exceptional stability — 7.11 twist weight is top 9% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Premium price at $279.99 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $195)
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Data sources
Data sources. Specs from The Pickleball Studio's paddle database (mostly manufacturer figures; swing and twist weight measured by the source). Percentiles compare this paddle with the other paddles in our database. Pros and world ranks from the PPA Tour, as of Oct 11, 2026. The price is the list price from the source database and may have changed. How we score paddles.