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Bantam EX-L
$90
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Bantam EX-L – 12.7mm
Bantam TKO-C
$250
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Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
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Quick verdict

Main split: Forgiveness-leaning (Bantam EX-L) vs Reach-leaning (Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm)).

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Decision shortcuts

If you want forgiveness, start with Bantam EX-L (wider face).

If you want reach/leverage, start with Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) (longer length or grip).

If you want spin-friendly feel, start with Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) (face material or texture).

Best-for highlights

Bantam EX-L
Forgiveness-leaningValue-leaning
Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm)
Reach-leaningSpin-friendly

Key differences

  • Minimum price: Bantam EX-L is cheaper by $183.05 ($186.95 vs $370.00)
  • Weight: Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) is lighter by 6g (7.9 oz (224 g) vs 8.1 oz (230 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
  • Length: Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) is longer by 13mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 16 in (406 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
  • Width: Bantam EX-L is wider by 12mm (8 in (203 mm) vs 7.5 in (191 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.

Bottom line

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Bantam EX-L – 12.7mm
Price$187
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness12.7 mm
CorePolyCore
Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
Price$370
Weight7.9 oz
Thickness12.7 mm
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Price:$187 – $370
Weight:7.9 – 8.1 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
$183 range
Bantam EX-L – 12.7mm
$186.95
Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
$370.00
Maximum priceDifferent
$183 range
Bantam EX-L – 12.7mm
$186.95
Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
$370.00

Weight

WeightDifferent
0.2 oz range
Bantam EX-L – 12.7mm
8.1 oz (230 g)
Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
7.9 oz (224 g)

Dimensions

LengthDifferent
Bantam EX-L – 12.7mm
16 in (406 mm)
Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
16.5 in (419 mm)
WidthDifferent
Bantam EX-L – 12.7mm
8 in (203 mm)
Bantam TKO-C (12.7mm) – 12.7mm
7.5 in (191 mm)
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