J2NFK
Performance
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Paddle Specs
- Generation
- 4.5
- Core Material
- Multi density foam (EPP core interlaced with EVA perimeter foam)
- Face Material
- ARAMID FIBER - DUPONT ™KEVLAR®
- RPM
- 806
- Shape
- Hybrid
- Paddle Weight
- 8.15 oz
- Swing Weight
- 112
- Twist Weight
- 7
- Handle Length
- 5.5 in
- Grip Size
- 4.125
Description
Sword & Shield J2NFK Gen 4.5 Multi density, all foam floating - pivoting core Pickleball Paddle EPP core interlaced with EVA PERIMETER FOAM. SURFACE MATERIAL: ARAMID FIBER - DUPONT ™KEVLAR®
How the J2NFK compares
The Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK is a 16mm hybrid pickleball paddle designed for power players, released in 2025, with a list price of $195. In PaddleDB's ratings it scores Power 62, Pop 62, Spin 1, Agility 64 and Control 30 out of 100. Its strongest rating is Agility, higher than 75% of the 71 paddles rated for agility. Its all-round score of 39 ranks #37 of 37 paddles rated in all four core categories. It weighs 8.15 oz, has a swing weight of 112 and a twist weight of 7.
Strengths and trade-offs, by the numbers
Stands out for
- Agility rating of 64/100 — higher than 75% of the 71 paddles PaddleDB has rated for agility.
Trade-offs
- Control rating of 30/100 ranks 57 of 57 — in the bottom quarter for control.
- Spin rating of 1/100 ranks 63 of 63 — in the bottom quarter for spin.
Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK specs
| Brand | Honolulu Pickleball Co. |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2025 |
| Generation | 4.5 |
| Designed for | Power |
| Shape | Hybrid |
| Thickness | 16 mm |
| Length | 16.2 in |
| Width | 7.8 in |
| Face length | 10.7 in |
| Handle length | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in |
| Weight | 8.15 oz |
| Swing weight | 112 |
| Twist weight | 7 |
| Balance point | 23.2 cm |
| Spin RPM | 806 |
| Core | Multi density foam (EPP core interlaced with EVA perimeter foam) |
| Face | ARAMID FIBER - DUPONT ™KEVLAR® |
| Approval | USAP |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
| List price | $195 |
Paddles with similar ratings
Closest matches on Power, Control, Spin and Agility, favouring the same thickness and shape.
| Paddle | Power | Control | Spin | Agility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK (this paddle) | 62 | 30 | 1 | 64 | $195 |
| Luzz Pro 4 Inferno | 74 | N/A | N/A | 62 | N/A |
| Holbrook Arma T (14mm) | 66 | N/A | N/A | 72 | $199.99 |
| Joola Kosmos Pro V (16mm) | 66 | N/A | N/A | 42 | $299.95 |
| Joola Perseus Pro V (16mm) | 70 | N/A | N/A | 42 | $299.95 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK good for power?
It is about average for power. Its Power rating is 62/100, ranking 37 of 65 paddles PaddleDB has rated for power — higher than 43% of them.
Is the Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK good for control?
Its Control rating is 30/100, ranking 57 of 57 paddles rated for control — higher than 0% of them.
What is the swing weight of the Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK?
112. That is heavier than 23% of the 92 paddles in PaddleDB with a measured swing weight (median 115.7).
How much does the Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK weigh?
8.15 oz. The median paddle in PaddleDB weighs 8.09 oz.
Is the Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK 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 Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK cost?
The Honolulu Pickleball Co. J2NFK has a list price of $195. Code PADDLEDB gives 10% Off at Honolulu Pickleball Co..
Ratings are relative to the 101 paddles in PaddleDB: 100 is the highest value in the database, 1 the lowest. How we rate paddles.