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Paddle Comparison

Bread & Butter Filth vs Selkirk Tesla

The Selkirk Tesla carries a clear SW advantage — 121.52 versus 116.53 on the Bread & Butter Filth — a 4.99-point gap that means noticeably heavier drives and more power from the Tesla. On price, the Bread & Butter Filth is $302 less expensive after the PLAYBOOK discount.

Who wins on what

Power

Selkirk Tesla

Higher Swing Weight (power) (116.53 vs 121.52, +4.99)

Hand Speed

Bread & Butter Filth

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (116.53 vs 121.52)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Selkirk Tesla

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.91 vs 6.06, +0.15)

Value

Bread & Butter Filth

Lower effective price ($148.50 vs $450.00, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Bread & Butter
Selkirk

Model

Filth
Tesla

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.9 oz
8.0 oz

Swing Weight

116.53
121.52

Twist Weight

5.91
6.06

Play Style

control
power

Retail Price

$165.00
$450.00

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
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Effective Price

$148.50
$450.00

Bread & Butter

Filth

$148.50 (was $165.00)

Selkirk

Tesla

$450.00

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Bread & Butter Filth if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (116.53 vs 121.52) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $302 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.

Pick the Selkirk Tesla if…

  • You want more power — SW 121.52 is 4.99 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.06 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Bread & Butter Filth or the Selkirk Tesla better for power?

The Selkirk Tesla generates more power — SW 121.52 vs 116.53 on the Bread & Butter Filth, a 4.99-point gap that adds mass and momentum at contact. If you prioritize hand speed and maneuverability over raw power, the Filth's lower swing weight is the advantage.

Which paddle is more forgiving — the Bread & Butter Filth or the Selkirk Tesla?

The Selkirk Tesla is more forgiving with a twist weight of 6.06 vs 5.91 on the Bread & Butter Filth. Higher twist weight reduces energy loss on off-center hits, which matters most for kitchen-heavy players who take a lot of dinks and resets.

What is the price difference between the Bread & Butter Filth and the Selkirk Tesla?

With the PLAYBOOK discount code, the Bread & Butter Filth is $148.50 and the Selkirk Tesla is $450.00. The Bread & Butter Filth is $301.50 cheaper. Apply PLAYBOOK at checkout on either brand's site to get the discount.

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