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2024 Hot List Silver Award

HONOLULU PICKLEBALL COMPANY

SWORD & SHIELD J2K

Silver Hot List 2024

Category: All-Court Paddles

Price: $155 ($140 with code 10EFFECT)

Our Review:

This was one of the most requested paddle reviews I’ve done in recent memory. It started to gain traction from organic chatter about the paddle in different online forums and I decided to give it a try and I’m glad I did. It’s an all-court style paddle that leans power but what stands out the most is how forgiving the paddle is. It plays as forgiving as many standard shaped paddles but you still get the reach of its semi elongated hybrid shape. It’s a combo I hadn’t see before.

Then the rest of the paddle was done well too. It’s a medium weight that doesn’t feel clunky to move around and the spin is there when you want to lay into the ball. The one downside to the paddle is that it has a stiffer feel that takes some getting used to but once you do it feels very complete. The only reason it’s a silver and not a gold award is because the stiffer feel shrinks the audience some of who would like this paddle.

Then on top of all that it’s a very reasonable price which makes it even more attractive.

The bottom line: This is an excellent option for players looking for an offensive edge but still want something approachable and forgiving. 

Price: $155 ($140 with code 10EFFECT)

Performance Stats

Control/Feel 88%
Power 84%
Pop 87%
Spin 95%
Forgiveness 95%
Maneuverability 81%
Paddle Specs
Weight
8.2 oz avg
Swingweight
113-115
Twistweight
6.9-7.1
Length x Width
16.2″ x 7.8″
Handle Length
5.5″
Handle Circumference
4.125″
Thickness
16mm