Franklin C45 Anna Leigh Waters 14mm vs Hayden Patriquin 14mm
Franklin C45 Anna Leigh Waters 14mm vs Hayden Patriquin 14mm: the two signature C45 paddles at the same 14 mm thickness, both $379.99, both on the PowerFlex polymer honeycomb core with an inner foam channel and the same 45-degree raw T700 carbon face. Because the thickness, price, core and face all match, the decision is shape and signature. Anna Leigh Waters' build is the Aurelius hybrid: a compact head with a lower swing weight of 97.5 for quick hands, a shorter 5.1 in handle and a thinner 3.9 in grip, publishing a 2011 spin rating, billed Spin and All-court. Hayden Patriquin's build is elongated: a longer 16.4 in frame with a higher swing weight of 114 for reach and plow, a 5.6 in handle and a 4.125 in grip, billed Power and Spin. Want the quicker, more maneuverable hybrid? The ALW. Want elongated reach and a heavier head? The HP. Real specs below, then our honest take.
We stock both at Pickld. Here is the honest read.
Franklin C45 Anna Leigh Waters 14mm vs Hayden Patriquin 14mm: specs side by side
| Spec | C45 ALW 14mm | C45 HP 14mm |
|---|---|---|
| Price (RRP) | $379.99 | $379.99 |
| Signature | Anna Leigh Waters | Hayden Patriquin |
| Weight | 220 g avg (7.8 oz) | 218 g avg (7.7 oz) |
| Swing weight | 97.5 | 114 |
| Twist weight | 5.96 | 6.2 |
| Spin (RPM) | 2011 | Not published |
| Core | PowerFlex polymer honeycomb, inner foam channel | PowerFlex polymer honeycomb, inner foam channel |
| Face | 45-degree T700 raw carbon fibre | 45-degree T700 raw carbon fibre |
| Core thickness | 14 mm | 14 mm |
| Shape | Hybrid (Aurelius) | Elongated |
| Paddle length | 39.9 cm (15.7 in) | 41.7 cm (16.4 in) |
| Handle length | 13 cm (5.1 in) | 14.2 cm (5.6 in) |
| Grip | 3.9 in circumference | 4.125 in circumference |
| Skill tier | Intermediate, Professional | Intermediate, Professional |
| Play style | Spin, All-court | Power, Spin |
| Availability at Pickld | In stock; the product page is the live figure | In stock; the product page is the live figure |
| Warranty | Franklin manufacturer warranty (handled by Pickld) | Franklin manufacturer warranty (handled by Pickld) |
Specs are the manufacturer figures we hold on each product page, measured on Franklin's own scale, so compare these two C45 paddles against each other rather than against another brand's numbers. Where a maker does not publish a figure we say so rather than guess. Availability moves, so the product page is always the live answer.
How they actually play
Franklin C45 Anna Leigh Waters 14mm
ALW's C45 is the Aurelius hybrid shape: a compact, more balanced head that plays quick in the hands. On Franklin's figures it carries a lower swing weight of 97.5, which is what makes it fast and maneuverable at the kitchen line, and a twist weight of 5.96. It runs the shared PowerFlex polymer honeycomb core with an inner foam channel and the 45-degree raw T700 carbon face, publishes a 2011 spin rating, and weighs 220 g. Its 5.1 in handle and thinner 3.9 in grip suit a one-handed backhand and smaller hands. Franklin bills it Spin and All-court. At $379.99 it is the pick for a player who wants the quicker, more controllable of the two signatures.
Franklin C45 Hayden Patriquin 14mm
HP's C45 is the elongated build: a longer 16.4 in frame that pushes mass toward the tip for reach and plow on the drive. That lands as a higher swing weight of 114 and a twist weight of 6.2, so it bites harder through the ball and resists twisting on off-centre contact, though the longer head asks a little more hand speed to reset. It shares the same PowerFlex core and 45-degree raw T700 carbon face, weighs 218 g, and pairs a longer 5.6 in handle with a 4.125 in grip that suits two-handed backhands and bigger hands. Franklin does not publish a spin RPM for it, so we do not quote one. Franklin bills it Power and Spin. Same $379.99. This is the one if you want elongated reach and a heavier, more powerful head.
The verdict: which should you buy?
- Pick the C45 ALW 14mm if you want the compact Aurelius hybrid, the lower swing weight of 97.5 for quick, maneuverable hands, a shorter handle and thinner grip, and a published 2011 spin rating, billed Spin and All-court.
- Pick the C45 HP 14mm if you want the elongated frame, the higher swing weight of 114 for reach and plow, a twist weight of 6.2 for a stable face, and a longer handle for two-handed backhands, billed Power and Spin.
And who each one is not for
Skip the ALW if you want elongated reach and a heavier head. The HP's 16.4 in frame and swing weight of 114 give more plow on the drive.
Skip the HP if you want the quickest, most maneuverable hands and a shorter, thinner grip. The ALW's compact hybrid head and swing weight of 97.5 reset faster at the line.
These are the two signature C45 paddles at the same 14 mm and the same $379.99, sharing the PowerFlex core and 45-degree raw carbon face, so the decision is shape and signature: the quick Aurelius hybrid of Anna Leigh Waters or the long-reach elongated of Hayden Patriquin. To see the wider bracket, browse our spin paddles and power paddles collections. Deciding on thickness too? Browse the full paddle range.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Franklin C45 Anna Leigh Waters and Hayden Patriquin at 14mm?
They are the two signature C45 paddles at the same 14 mm thickness, both $379.99, sharing the PowerFlex polymer honeycomb core and 45-degree raw T700 carbon face. The ALW is the compact Aurelius hybrid with a lower swing weight of 97.5 for quick hands, a shorter handle and thinner grip, billed Spin and All-court. The HP is elongated with a higher swing weight of 114 for reach and plow, a longer handle and fuller grip, billed Power and Spin.
Which Franklin C45 signature is better for quick hands at the kitchen?
The Anna Leigh Waters. Its compact Aurelius hybrid head carries a lower swing weight of 97.5, which makes it faster and more maneuverable for hands battles and resets at the line. The Hayden Patriquin's elongated frame and swing weight of 114 favour reach and plow on the drive over raw hand speed.
Which Franklin C45 has more reach and power?
The Hayden Patriquin. Its elongated 16.4 in frame pushes mass toward the tip for extra reach and a higher swing weight of 114, which plows harder through the ball. The Anna Leigh Waters hybrid trades that reach for a quicker, more controllable head.
Do the Franklin C45 Anna Leigh Waters and Hayden Patriquin use the same core and face?
Yes. Both run the PowerFlex polymer honeycomb core with an inner foam channel and the same 45-degree raw T700 carbon face, and both are 14 mm at $379.99. The difference between them is shape and fit: the ALW is a compact Aurelius hybrid with a shorter handle and thinner grip, the HP is elongated with a longer handle and fuller grip.