Franklin C45 Aurelius ALW 16mm Pickleball Paddle – Anna Leigh Waters Signature

Maximum Control. Pro-Level Touch.

The Franklin C45 Aurelius ALW 16mm Pickleball Paddle is the control-focused choice in Anna Leigh Waters' signature Aurelius lineup. At 16mm — the thickest core in the series — this paddle is engineered for players who prioritize precision, soft hands, and consistent placement over raw power.

The 16mm core provides the most dampened, controlled feel of the Aurelius range. The thicker polymer honeycomb absorbs more energy at impact, giving you a softer, more predictable response that's ideal for dinking battles, third-shot drops, and reset-heavy strategies. Franklin's proprietary C45 carbon fiber surface still grips the ball for impressive spin rates that can redirect any rally.

Specifications

• Core Thickness: 16mm
• Weight: 7.6–8.0 oz
• Paddle Height: 15.7"
• Paddle Width: 7.9"
• Handle Length: 5.1"
• Grip Size: 4¼"
• Face Material: C45 Carbon Fiber
• Shape: Aurelius (Traditional)
• USAPA Approved: Yes
• Warranty: Franklin Sports 1-Year Limited Warranty
• Player: Anna Leigh Waters Signature Series
• Brand: Franklin Sports

Who It's For

Control players, soft-game specialists, intermediate to advanced, doubles-focused.

Also Available in the Aurelius ALW Series

• 12.7mm — Max Power
• 14mm — Balanced Power & Control