Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm
Who This Paddle Is For
power
Discontinued by Franklin after Ben Johns signed with JOOLA on April 1, 2022. franklinsports.com no longer hosts a product page (404 on /ben-johns-* slugs); current Franklin signature line is Anna Leigh Waters C45 Series. Residual stock at retailers (Dick's, eBay, Crazy4Pickleball).
About the Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm
The Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm is a elongated-shape pickleball paddle with a fiberglass with maxgrit face over a 13mm core. It comes in around 7.5–8 oz with a 5.6" grip. Listed price: $56.36.
Playstyle fit: power. The elongated shape favors reach and spin generation.
Discontinued by Franklin after Ben Johns signed with JOOLA on April 1, 2022. franklinsports.com no longer hosts a product page (404 on /ben-johns-* slugs); current Franklin signature line is Anna Leigh Waters C45 Series. Residual stock at retailers (Dick's, eBay, Crazy4Pickleball).
Available Amazon.
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13mm core, fiberglass with maxgrit face. Pop on demand without giving up the soft game. Best for bangers and tennis converts who want easy putaways.
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Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.
- Power
- 4.1 / 10
- Hand speed
- 9.5 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 4.9 / 10
- Touch
- 2.0 / 10
- Spin
- 1.7 / 10
Below the catalog median on power
Top 10% of catalog on hand speed
Below the catalog median on forgiveness
Bottom 13% of catalog on touch
Bottom 9% of catalog on spin
Who it's for
Best for advanced power players (4.0+) who can manage a hot face who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 13mm core delivers high pop with a tighter touch window, and the fiberglass face emphasizes pop over spin.
Price & Availability
| Retailer | Price | Availability | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | $56.36 | Check Amazon | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm 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/1784.
What's the core thickness of the Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm?
The Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm uses a 13mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a fiberglass with maxgrit face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm best for?
The Franklin Ben Johns Signature 13mm is best for players who prioritize a power game and prefer a elongated shape, in the 7.5–8 oz weight range.
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