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Franklin C45° Anna Leigh Waters Aurelius 16mm Pickleball Paddle — Spinwave Certified Pre-Owned (Mint)
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Spinwave Certified Pre-Owned — Mint
This is a single, one-of-one unit — inspected, cleaned, and graded in-house at our Great Neck shop. Mint is our top grade: no visible wear, no dead spots, full face texture, edge guard tight. If you didn't know it was pre-owned, you wouldn't guess.
What "Mint" Means at Spinwave
- Face & Texture – T700 peel ply surface verified against a new reference paddle. Spin performance is unchanged.
- Core – Tap-tested across the full face. No delamination, no soft spots, no core crush.
- Edge Guard – Fully seated, no lifting, no separation.
- Handle – Solid, no rattle. Fresh overgrip installed before shipping.
- Cosmetics – No visible scuffs, dings, or handling marks.
The Spinwave CPO Promise
- 30-Day Play-Test Guarantee – Take it on court. If it isn't right, send it back.
- Inspected by players, not a warehouse – Every unit graded by our staff in Great Neck.
- Fresh overgrip included on every certified paddle.
- One unit, one chance – When it sells, it's gone.
Franklin C45° Anna Leigh Waters Aurelius 16mm
This is the paddle built around the world's #1 player. The Franklin C45 Anna Leigh Waters Aurelius uses a compact 15.7" x 7.9" profile that stays fast in hand battles while keeping enough width for blocks, counters, and roll volleys at the kitchen. It's a pro shape, and it plays like one — quick, crisp, and dangerous when the ball speeds up.
Franklin pairs that shape with a double-thermoformed unibody frame, a 45-degree T700 carbon fiber peel ply face, and a PowerFlex polymer core with an inner foam channel. The 16mm build is the most stable and forgiving of the three thicknesses: more dwell time, a softer touch on resets, and extra control on counters — without losing the pop the C45 platform is known for.
Why Players Like It
- 45-Degree T700 Carbon Peel Ply Face – Consistent texture for spin and confident shot shaping.
- PowerFlex Polymer Core + Inner Foam – Lively rebound with perimeter foam for stability on off-center contact.
- Double-Thermoformed Unibody – Reinforced twice for a solid feel and long-term structural integrity.
- Anna Leigh Waters Pro Shape – Compact and quick in the hand, with real width for blocks and counters.
- 16mm Core – The most forgiving option in the ALW lineup: dwell, touch, and control on resets.
- 3.9" Small Grip – Fast wrist action and easy grip changes for hands battles.
Best For
Aggressive doubles players from intermediate through advanced who live at the net — speedups, counters, roll volleys, and attacking out of transition. Pick the 16mm if you want the ALW shape with maximum stability and touch.
Specifications
| Condition Grade | Spinwave Certified Pre-Owned — Mint |
| Core Thickness | 16mm |
| Core Material | PowerFlex Polymer Core with Inner Foam |
| Face Material | 45° T700 Carbon Fiber Peel Ply |
| Construction | Double-Thermoformed Unibody |
| Average Weight | 7.8 oz (range 7.6–8.0 oz) |
| Paddle Length | 15.7" |
| Paddle Width | 7.9" |
| Handle Length | 5.1" |
| Grip Circumference | 3.9" (perforated, cushioned) |
| Colorway | Charcoal / White |
| Approvals | USA Pickleball Approved / UPA |
What's Included
- 1× Franklin C45° Anna Leigh Waters Aurelius 16mm paddle, Mint grade
- Fresh overgrip installed
- Spinwave certification and 30-day play-test guarantee
Note: Certified Pre-Owned paddles are sold as-is beyond the Spinwave guarantee and are not covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Original packaging may not be present.
FAQs
Is this paddle tournament legal? Yes — USA Pickleball approved.
How does the 16mm compare to the 12.7mm and 14mm? The 16mm is the most stable and forgiving: more dwell time, softer feel, better control on blocks and resets. The 12.7mm is the quickest and most explosive; the 14mm sits in between.
Does it come with a grip? Yes — the original Franklin perforated cushion grip, plus a fresh overgrip installed by our team before it ships.
Can I return it? Yes — CPO paddles are covered by our 30-day play-test guarantee.
Is there only one? Yes. Every CPO paddle is a single unit. When it's gone, it's gone.
Need Help Choosing?
Call us at 1-888-629-1915 or email info@spinwavepickleball.com — real players, real answers. Only one of these in stock.
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