Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 12.7mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) vs JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm
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Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Control-first vs. power-first
The JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm's 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 12.7mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature)'s 12.7mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed. JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm carries more plow-through on drives, while Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 12.7mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) | JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.2–7.5 oz | 7.9–8.3 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 12.7mm | 16mm |
| Core material | PowerFlex polymer core | — |
| Face material | T700 carbon fiber with 45-degree peel-ply texture (double-thermoformed unibody frame) | Textured carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.1" | 5.5" |
| Price | $229.99 | $299.95 |
Weight
Shape
Core thickness
Core material
Face material
Handle length
Price
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 12.7mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) is listed at 7.2–7.5 oz; JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm at 7.9–8.3 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 12.7mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) is 0.7 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 12.7mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) has a 12.7mm core; JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm has a 16mm core, so the JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm core is 3.3mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Length and width. Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 12.7mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) measures 15.7" × 7.9"; JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm measures 16.5" × 7.5". The JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm is 0.8" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Handle length. Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 12.7mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) has a 5.1" handle; JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm has a 5.5" handle, so the JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm handle is 0.4" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 12.7mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) lists its face as T700 carbon fiber with 45-degree peel-ply texture; JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm lists Textured carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 12.7mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature)
Best for advanced power players (4.0+) who can manage a hot face who play with a quick, hands-first style. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 12.7mm core delivers high pop with a tighter touch window, and the raw textured carbon face holds spin on rolls and resets.
JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: all-court
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 12.7mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature) if…
- ✓you want a quick, hands-first paddle
- ✓you want a hot face for put-aways
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
Pick the JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
More matchups with the Franklin Sports C45 Aurelius 12.7mm (Anna Leigh Waters Signature)
More matchups with the JOOLA Agassi Pro V 16mm
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