Selkirk SLK Dauntless vs Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm

    Selkirk SLK Dauntless 7.8oz 16mm pickleball paddle — Carbon fiber face

    Selkirk

    SLK Dauntless

    $150

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    Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm 7.8oz 14mm pickleball paddle — Toray T700 raw carbon fiber face

    Six Zero

    Double Black Diamond Control 14mm

    $225

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    Pickle's 5-axis score

    Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.

    Selkirk SLK DauntlessSix Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm
    Power — even
    4.5 vs 4.7
    Hand speed — Six Zero +1.9
    6.5 vs 8.4
    Forgiveness — spec data unavailable
    10.0 vs —
    Touch — Selkirk +5.4
    9.9 vs 4.5
    Spin — Six Zero +5.3
    4.4 vs 9.7

    The value vs. premium matchup

    The Selkirk SLK Dauntless's 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm's 14mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed. Selkirk SLK Dauntless is the value pick at $150. Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm is the premium option at $225 —

    Side-by-side specs

    Weight

    7.8–8.2 oz7.8–8 oz

    Shape

    Widebody—

    Core thickness

    16mm14mm

    Core material

    Polymer honeycombPolypropylene honeycomb

    Face material

    Carbon fiberToray T700 raw carbon fiber

    Handle length

    5.3"5.5"

    Price

    $150$225

    What the spec differences mean

    • Weight. Selkirk SLK Dauntless is listed at 7.8–8.2 oz; Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm at 7.8–8 oz. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
    • Core thickness. Selkirk SLK Dauntless has a 16mm core; Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm has a 14mm core, so the Selkirk SLK Dauntless core is 2mm thicker. What core thickness changes
    • Length and width. Selkirk SLK Dauntless measures 16" × 8"; Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm measures 16.3" × 7.5". The Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm is 0.3" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
    • Handle length. Selkirk SLK Dauntless has a 5.3" handle; Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm has a 5.5" handle, so the Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm handle is 0.2" longer. What grip length changes
    • Face material. Selkirk SLK Dauntless lists its face as Carbon fiber; Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm lists Toray T700 raw carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
    • Core material. Selkirk SLK Dauntless lists its core as Polymer honeycomb; Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm lists Polypropylene honeycomb. Paddle core materials explained

    Who each paddle is for

    Selkirk SLK Dauntless

    Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.

    Playing style: control

    Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm

    Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The standard shape rewards clean contact, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.

    Playing style: power

    Pickle's verdict

    Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.

    Pick the Selkirk SLK Dauntless if…

    • ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
    • ✓you want a generous sweet spot

    Pick the Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 14mm if…

    • ✓you want a balanced all-around paddle
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