Shogun
Performance
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Paddle Specs
- Generation
- N/A
- Core Material
- N/A
- Face Material
- T-700 Carbon Fiber x Electroplated Polyester
- RPM
- 1,928
- Shape
- Elongated
- Paddle Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 122
- Twist Weight
- 6.1
- Handle Length
- 5.5 in
- Grip Size
- 4.25
Description
Experimental Powerhouse: Unique Titanium-infused carbon fibre surface, designed for high power, pop, and extreme spin.
How the Shogun compares
The Bread & Butter Shogun is a 16mm elongated pickleball paddle designed for all-court play, with a list price of $189.99. In PaddleDB's ratings it scores Power 33, Pop 48, Spin 70, Agility 18 and Control 61 out of 100. Its strongest rating is Control, higher than 75% of the 57 paddles rated for control. Its all-round score of 46 ranks #35 of 37 paddles rated in all four core categories. It weighs 8 oz, has a swing weight of 122 and a twist weight of 6.1.
Strengths and trade-offs, by the numbers
Stands out for
- Control rating of 61/100 — higher than 75% of the 57 paddles PaddleDB has rated for control.
Trade-offs
- Agility rating of 18/100 ranks 66 of 71 — in the bottom quarter for agility.
- Twist weight of 6.1 is among the lowest in PaddleDB, so it will be less forgiving on mishits.
- Swing weight of 122 is heavier than 86% of paddles — more plow-through, but slower to react at the net.
- Spin rating of 70/100 ranks 53 of 63 — in the bottom quarter for spin.
Bread & Butter Shogun specs
| Brand | Bread & Butter |
|---|---|
| Designed for | All-Court |
| Shape | Elongated |
| Thickness | 16 mm |
| Length | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.375 in |
| Face length | 11 in |
| Handle length | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in |
| Weight | 8 oz |
| Swing weight | 122 |
| Twist weight | 6.1 |
| Balance point | 24.5 cm |
| Spin RPM | 1,928 |
| Face | T-700 Carbon Fiber x Electroplated Polyester |
| Approval | USAP |
| List price | $189.99 |
Paddles with similar ratings
Closest matches on Power, Control, Spin and Agility, favouring the same thickness and shape.
| Paddle | Power | Control | Spin | Agility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bread & Butter Shogun (this paddle) | 33 | 61 | 70 | 18 | $189.99 |
| Honolulu Pickleball Co. J5 | N/A | 53 | 78 | N/A | $165 |
| Joola Hyperion Pro IV (16mm) | N/A | 52 | 85 | N/A | $279.95 |
| Honolulu Pickleball Co. J7NF | N/A | 52 | 89 | 12 | $195 |
| Spartus P1 Elongated | N/A | 46 | 80 | N/A | $219.99 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Bread & Butter Shogun good for power?
Not especially. Its Power rating is 33/100, ranking 54 of 65 paddles PaddleDB has rated for power — higher than 17% of them.
Is the Bread & Butter Shogun good for control?
Its Control rating is 61/100, ranking 14 of 57 paddles rated for control — higher than 75% of them.
What is the swing weight of the Bread & Butter Shogun?
122. That is heavier than 86% of the 92 paddles in PaddleDB with a measured swing weight (median 115.7).
How much does the Bread & Butter Shogun weigh?
8 oz. The median paddle in PaddleDB weighs 8.09 oz.
Is the Bread & Butter Shogun USAP approved?
Yes — PaddleDB lists it as approved by USAP. Approval lists change, so confirm on the official list before a sanctioned event.
How much does the Bread & Butter Shogun cost?
The Bread & Butter Shogun has a list price of $189.99. Code PADDLEDB gives 10% Off at Bread & Butter.
Ratings are relative to the 101 paddles in PaddleDB: 100 is the highest value in the database, 1 the lowest. How we rate paddles.