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Quick verdict
Main split: Forgiveness-leaning (SWORD & SHIELD J4k) vs Reach-leaning (Charm X).
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Some specs are missing; comparisons may be limited.
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Decision shortcuts
If you want forgiveness, start with SWORD & SHIELD J4k (wider face).
If you want reach/leverage, start with Charm X (longer length or grip).
Best-for highlights
SWORD & SHIELD J4k
Forgiveness-leaning
Charm X
Reach-leaning
Key differences
- Length: Charm X is longer by 24mm (16.5 in (420 mm) vs 15.6 in (396 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: SWORD & SHIELD J4k is wider by 23mm (8.4 in (213 mm) vs 7.5 in (190 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Core material: PREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE vs EPP core with PU padding
- Face material: 100% ARAMID FIBER - DuPont ™ Kevlar® vs Kevlar
SWORD & SHIELD J4k – 16mm
PriceUSD 201
Weight8.3 oz
Thickness16 mm
CorePREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE
Charm X – 16mm
Price$303
Weight8.2 oz
Thickness16 mm
CoreEPP core with PU padding
These paddles differ in price, dimensions, grip and materials.
Price:$201 – $303
Core:PREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE vs EPP core with PU padding
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Showing 7 meaningful differences
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
$102 rangeSWORD & SHIELD J4k – 16mm
USD 201.00
Charm X – 16mm
$303.00
Maximum priceDifferent
$102 rangeSWORD & SHIELD J4k – 16mm
USD 201.00
Charm X – 16mm
$303.00
Dimensions
LengthDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J4k – 16mm
15.6 in (396 mm)
Charm X – 16mm
16.5 in (420 mm)
WidthDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J4k – 16mm
8.4 in (213 mm)
Charm X – 16mm
7.5 in (190 mm)
Grip
Grip circumferenceDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J4k – 16mm
4.13 in (105 mm)
Charm X – 16mm
4.25 in (108 mm)
Materials
Core materialDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J4k – 16mm
PREMIUM POLYPROPYLENE
Charm X – 16mm
EPP core with PU padding
Face materialDifferent
SWORD & SHIELD J4k – 16mm
100% ARAMID FIBER - DuPont ™ Kevlar®
Charm X – 16mm
Kevlar
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