Engage Pursuit Pro EX 12.7 Raw Carbon Fiber vs Selkirk SLK Dauntless
Engage
Pursuit Pro EX 12.7 Raw Carbon Fiber
$103.99
8–8 oz · 12.7mm core · Standard
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Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Engage Pursuit Pro EX 12.7 Raw Carbon Fiber vs Selkirk SLK Dauntless across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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Find my paddleReach vs. maneuverability
The Selkirk SLK Dauntless's 16mm core delivers a more forgiving sweet spot, while the Engage Pursuit Pro EX 12.7 Raw Carbon Fiber's 12.7mm core trades a little plush feel for quicker ball speed.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Engage Pursuit Pro EX 12.7 Raw Carbon Fiber | Selkirk SLK Dauntless |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8–8 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Standard | Widebody |
| Core thickness | 12.7mm | 16mm |
| Core material | — | Polymer honeycomb |
| Face material | Raw Carbon Fiber with Next Generation Inner Application Layer | Carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5" | 5.3" |
| Price | $103.99 | $150 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Engage Pursuit Pro EX 12.7 Raw Carbon Fiber is listed at 8 oz; Selkirk SLK Dauntless at 7.8–8.2 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Selkirk SLK Dauntless is 0.2 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core thickness. Engage Pursuit Pro EX 12.7 Raw Carbon Fiber has a 12.7mm core; Selkirk SLK Dauntless has a 16mm core, so the Selkirk SLK Dauntless core is 3.3mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Handle length. Engage Pursuit Pro EX 12.7 Raw Carbon Fiber has a 5" handle; Selkirk SLK Dauntless has a 5.3" handle, so the Selkirk SLK Dauntless handle is 0.3" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Engage Pursuit Pro EX 12.7 Raw Carbon Fiber lists its face as Raw Carbon Fiber with Next Generation Inner Application…; Selkirk SLK Dauntless lists Carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Engage Pursuit Pro EX 12.7 Raw Carbon Fiber
Best for advanced power players (4.0+) who can manage a hot face who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The standard shape rewards clean contact, the 12.7mm core delivers high pop with a tighter touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: all-court
Selkirk SLK Dauntless
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: control
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Engage Pursuit Pro EX 12.7 Raw Carbon Fiber if…
- you want a livelier face for put-aways
- you like extra reach at the kitchen line
Pick the Selkirk SLK Dauntless if…
- you prize control on resets and dinks
- you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot
More matchups with the Engage Pursuit Pro EX 12.7 Raw Carbon Fiber
More matchups with the Selkirk SLK Dauntless
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