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Quick verdict

Main split: Fast hands-leaning (Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm)) vs Forgiveness-leaning (Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm)).

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Decision shortcuts

If you want fast hands, start with Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) (lighter weight).

If you want forgiveness, start with Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) (wider face).

If you want reach/leverage, start with Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm (longer length or grip).

Best-for highlights

Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm)
Fast hands-leaningForgiveness-leaning
Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm
Reach-leaning

Key differences

  • Minimum price: Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) is cheaper by USD 27.01 (USD 249.99 vs USD 277.00)
  • Weight: Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) is lighter by 10g (7.7 oz (217 g) vs 8 oz (227 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
  • Length: Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm is longer by 16mm (16.6 in (422 mm) vs 16 in (406 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
  • Width: Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) is wider by 15mm (8 in (203 mm) vs 7.4 in (188 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
  • Face material: Carbon Fiber vs Raw Carbon Fiber
Tradeoffs

Reach vs fast hands: Longer paddles add reach and leverage; lighter setups tend to feel quicker in hand.

Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
Price$250
Weight7.7 oz
Thickness12.7 mm
Core--
Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm – 12.7mm
Price$277
Weight8 oz
Thickness12.7 mm
Core: New Power Flex Polymer

These paddles differ in price, weight, dimensions and materials.

Price:$250 – $277
Weight:7.7 – 8 oz
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Differences of ≥5g weight, ≥1mm thickness, ≥$20 price, or any material change

Pricing

Prices from Australian retailers. Range reflects different colorways and retailers.

Minimum priceDifferent
$27 range
Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
USD 249.99
Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm – 12.7mm
USD 277.00
Maximum priceDifferent
$27 range
Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
USD 249.99
Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm – 12.7mm
USD 277.00

Weight

WeightDifferent
0.4 oz range
Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
7.7 oz (217 g)
Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm – 12.7mm
8 oz (227 g)

Dimensions

LengthDifferent
Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
16 in (406 mm)
Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm – 12.7mm
16.6 in (422 mm)
WidthDifferent
Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
8 in (203 mm)
Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm – 12.7mm
7.4 in (188 mm)

Materials

Face materialDifferent
Bantam ESQ-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
Carbon Fiber
Pursuit Pro1 Innovation 12.7mm – 12.7mm
Raw Carbon Fiber
How we detect differences

We highlight specs as "different" when they exceed these thresholds:

  • Weight: 0.2 oz (5g) or more difference
  • Thickness: 1mm or more difference
  • Price: $20 or more difference
  • Materials: Any difference in core or face material