Legacy Pro 16mm vs Vatic Pro Prism V7 16mm
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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.
Legacy Pro 16mm vs Vatic Pro Prism V7 16mm across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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These two are closely matched on paper. Legacy Pro 16mm and Vatic Pro Prism V7 16mm differ mostly in small spec details — pick on feel.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Legacy Pro 16mm | Vatic Pro Prism V7 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.4 oz | 8.1–8.5 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 16mm |
| Core material | Thermoformed polypropylene honeycomb | — |
| Face material | Toray T700 raw carbon fiber | Raw Toray T700 carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5" | 5.33" |
| Price | $149.99 | $99.99 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Legacy Pro 16mm is listed at 7.8–8.4 oz; Vatic Pro Prism V7 16mm at 8.1–8.5 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Legacy Pro 16mm is 0.3 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Handle length. Legacy Pro 16mm has a 5" handle; Vatic Pro Prism V7 16mm has a 5.33" handle, so the Vatic Pro Prism V7 16mm handle is 0.33" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Legacy Pro 16mm lists its face as Toray T700 raw carbon fiber; Vatic Pro Prism V7 16mm lists Raw Toray T700 carbon fiber. Paddle face materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Legacy Pro 16mm
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: balanced
Vatic Pro Prism V7 16mm
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with an aggressive, planted swing. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: control
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