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Paddle Comparison

Bread & Butter Loco 2 vs Selkirk Tesla

The Bread & Butter Loco 2 (SW 119.14) and Selkirk Tesla (SW 121.52) sit 2.38 swing-weight points apart — close enough that shape, feel, and price become the real differentiators. On price, the Bread & Butter Loco 2 is $252 less expensive after the PLAYBOOK discount.

Who wins on what

Power

Selkirk Tesla

Higher Swing Weight (power) (119.14 vs 121.52, +2.38)

Hand Speed

Bread & Butter Loco 2

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (119.14 vs 121.52)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Bread & Butter Loco 2

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.2 vs 6.06, +0.14)

Value

Bread & Butter Loco 2

Lower effective price ($198.00 vs $450.00, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Bread & Butter
Selkirk

Model

Loco 2
Tesla

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

7.94 oz
8.0 oz

Swing Weight

119.14
121.52

Twist Weight

6.2
6.06

Play Style

power
power

Retail Price

$220.00
$450.00

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
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Effective Price

$198.00
$450.00

Bread & Butter

Loco 2

$198.00 (was $220.00)

Selkirk

Tesla

$450.00

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Bread & Butter Loco 2 if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (119.14 vs 121.52) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.2 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • You're price-conscious — about $252 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Selkirk Tesla if…

  • You want more power — SW 121.52 is 2.38 points higher.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Bread & Butter Loco 2 or the Selkirk Tesla better for power?

The Selkirk Tesla generates more power — SW 121.52 vs 119.14 on the Bread & Butter Loco 2, a 2.38-point gap that adds mass and momentum at contact. If you prioritize hand speed and maneuverability over raw power, the Loco 2's lower swing weight is the advantage.

Which paddle is more forgiving — the Bread & Butter Loco 2 or the Selkirk Tesla?

The Bread & Butter Loco 2 is more forgiving with a twist weight of 6.2 vs 6.06 on the Selkirk Tesla. 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 Loco 2 and the Selkirk Tesla?

With the PLAYBOOK discount code, the Bread & Butter Loco 2 is $198.00 and the Selkirk Tesla is $450.00. The Bread & Butter Loco 2 is $252.00 cheaper. Apply PLAYBOOK at checkout on either brand's site to get the discount.

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