Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm vs Six Zero Ruby 16mm
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Close call — here's the tiebreaker
Both paddles target control players — the choice comes down to feel and price.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm | Six Zero Ruby 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.1 oz | 7.9–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Widebody | Widebody |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 16mm |
| Core material | Polypropylene honeycomb | Polypropylene honeycomb thermoformed |
| Face material | Toray T700 raw carbon fiber | Toray T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.5" |
| Price | $219.99 | $149.25 |
Weight
Shape
Core thickness
Core material
Face material
Handle length
Price
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm is listed at 7.9–8.1 oz; Six Zero Ruby 16mm at 7.9–8.2 oz. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core material. Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm lists its core as Polypropylene honeycomb; Six Zero Ruby 16mm lists Polypropylene honeycomb thermoformed. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm
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 raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: control
Six Zero Ruby 16mm
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 raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: control, balanced
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you want a generous sweet spot
Pick the Six Zero Ruby 16mm if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you want a generous sweet spot
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