Shogun
39/100PaddleDB score#57 of 58 paddles
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 35, Pop 49, Spin 57, Agility 17 and Control 47 out of 100. Its all-round score of 39 ranks #57 of 58 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
Nothing stands out against the rest of the database.
Trade-offs
- Agility rating of 17/100 ranks 79 of 85 — in the bottom quarter for agility.
- Control rating of 47/100 ranks 70 of 76 — in the bottom quarter for control.
- Spin rating of 57/100 ranks 90 of 99 — in the bottom quarter for spin.
- Twist weight of 6.1 is among the lowest in PaddleDB, so it will be less forgiving on mishits.
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) | 35 | 47 | 57 | 17 | $189.99 |
| Enhance MPP Turbo Widebody | 38 | N/A | 62 | N/A | $119.99 |
| Honolulu Pickleball Co. J5 | N/A | 50 | 62 | N/A | $165 |
| Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield J1H | N/A | 60 | 58 | N/A | $165 |
| Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield J1 | N/A | 56 | 43 | N/A | $165 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Bread & Butter Shogun good for power?
Not especially. Its Power rating is 35/100, ranking 72 of 82 paddles PaddleDB has rated for power — higher than 12% of them.
Is the Bread & Butter Shogun good for control?
Its Control rating is 47/100, ranking 70 of 76 paddles rated for control — higher than 7% of them.
What is the swing weight of the Bread & Butter Shogun?
122. That is heavier than 87% of the 106 paddles in PaddleDB with a measured swing weight (median 115.5).
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 112 paddles in PaddleDB: 100 is the highest value in the database, 1 the lowest. How we rate paddles.