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Quick verdict

Main split: Forgiveness-leaning (SWORD & SHIELD J3) vs Reach-leaning (Nexx).

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Some specs are missing; comparisons may be limited.

Decision shortcuts

If you want forgiveness, start with SWORD & SHIELD J3 (wider face).

If you want reach/leverage, start with Nexx (longer length or grip).

If you want value, start with SWORD & SHIELD J3 (lower listed price).

Best-for highlights

Nexx
Reach-leaning
SWORD & SHIELD J3
Forgiveness-leaningValue-leaning

Key differences

  • Minimum price: SWORD & SHIELD J3 is cheaper by USD 4,749,812.00 (USD 188.00 vs USD 4,750,000.00)
  • Length: Nexx is longer by 14mm (16.5 in (420 mm) vs 16 in (406 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
  • Width: SWORD & SHIELD J3 is wider by 13mm (8 in (203 mm) vs 7.5 in (190 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
  • Core material: ElasticPP Honeycomb vs PREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE
  • Face material: T700 Carbon Fiber vs PREMIUM JAPANESE RAW T700 TORAY CARBON FIBER
Nexx – 16mm
Price$4,750,000
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness16 mm
CoreElasticPP Honeycomb
SWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
Price$188
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness16 mm
CorePREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE

These paddles differ in price, dimensions and materials.

Price:$188 – $4,750,000
Core:ElasticPP Honeycomb vs PREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE
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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
$4,749,812 range
Nexx – 16mm
USD 4,750,000.00
SWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
USD 188.00
Maximum priceDifferent
$4,749,812 range
Nexx – 16mm
USD 4,750,000.00
SWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
USD 188.00

Dimensions

LengthDifferent
Nexx – 16mm
16.5 in (420 mm)
SWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
16 in (406 mm)
WidthDifferent
Nexx – 16mm
7.5 in (190 mm)
SWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
8 in (203 mm)

Materials

Core materialDifferent
Nexx – 16mm
ElasticPP Honeycomb
SWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
PREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE
Face materialDifferent
Nexx – 16mm
T700 Carbon Fiber
SWORD & SHIELD J3 – 16mm
PREMIUM JAPANESE RAW T700 TORAY 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