Electrum Model E Elongated 16mm
Who This Paddle Is For
spin
Gritty raw carbon surface for excellent spin.
About the Electrum Model E Elongated 16mm
The Electrum Model E Elongated 16mm is a elongated-shape pickleball paddle with a raw toray t700 carbon fiber face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 8–8.4 oz with a 5.25" grip. Listed price: $149.99.
Playstyle fit: spin. The elongated shape favors reach and spin generation.
Gritty raw carbon surface for excellent spin.
Available direct from Electrum.
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16mm core, raw toray t700 carbon fiber face. Soft, plush feel and a forgiving sweet spot. Best for shapers, slicers, and players who lean on serve spin.
- PickleSwaps editorial team
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.
- Power
- 9.8 / 10
- Hand speed
- 1.8 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 4.9 / 10
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 9.7 / 10
Top 4% of catalog on power
Bottom 10% of catalog on hand speed
Below the catalog median on forgiveness
At the catalog median on touch
Top 30% of catalog on spin
Who it's for
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 raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Should you buy the Electrum Model E Elongated 16mm?
Best for
3.5-4.0+ spin-forward doubles and singles; elongated raw carbon, heavy spin and an elite soft game over flat power.
Who should buy the Model E Elongated 16mm
Buy it if you lean on spin and the soft game - heavy serves, topspin rolls, slice, and surgical drops, dinks, and resets. Reviewers rate the Model E's soft game among the best, and the raw Toray T700 face bites for spin while the elongated 16mm frame keeps it controllable. A spin-forward all-courter that shines around the kitchen.
Who should skip it
Skip it if you want quick hands or easy power. The thicker core and higher weight make it feel slow through the air - harder to flick in fast exchanges - and it's tuned for spin and the soft game more than raw pop. Bangers chasing easy putaways and players who want a light, whippy paddle should look elsewhere.
The main tradeoff
Tuned for spin and the soft game over raw power and speed. You get a face that bites and an elite reset-and-drop feel, but the weight makes it slow through the air and you'll generate put-away pace yourself.
Is it worth it?
At $179.99 it's a fairly priced spin-forward all-courter sitting below the $220+ flagships. Strong value for the shaper and slicer who wants spin grip and a top-tier soft game without overpaying. Pure power players and quick-hands specialists have better-targeted options.
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Last updated: 2026-06-28
Price & Availability
| Retailer | Price | Availability | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrum (direct) | $149.99 | In stock | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Electrum Model E Elongated 16mm USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Electrum Model E Elongated 16mm is on the USA Pickleball approved equipment list and is legal for sanctioned tournament play. View the official USA Pickleball listing at https://equipment.usapickleball.org/paddle-list/entry/3077.
What's the core thickness of the Electrum Model E Elongated 16mm?
The Electrum Model E Elongated 16mm uses a 16mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a raw toray t700 carbon fiber face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Electrum Model E Elongated 16mm best for?
The Electrum Model E Elongated 16mm is best for players who prioritize a spin game and prefer a elongated shape, in the 8–8.4 oz weight range.