Franklin Pro Pickleball Paddles Signature

I bought this paddle during Prime Deals as I wanted to try a carbon and thicker model. I’m more of the “tennis” style player that likes to play aggressive and with power, vs the dink-dunk game that most favor. The carbon fiber with the thickness does add to that style of game as the bigger paddle allows for smoother and slower swings which increase control and spin, while maintaining most of the power of thinner paddles. Unfortunately, this Franklin paddle has two fatal flaws that many on the Reviews have noted: 1) The handle is essentially rectangular which makes for an uncomfortable grip, and 2) the plastic lining along the paddle edge will easily break off after just a few “dig” attempts as the paddle scrapes the ground/floor. This paddle would be a good value compared to the other major manufacturers’ carbon models…but the two fatal flaws make this paddle a bad option for good players.