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Paddle Comparison

Bread & Butter Shogun vs Luzz Tornazo

The Luzz Tornazo carries a clear SW advantage — 121.89 versus 117.53 on the Bread & Butter Shogun — a 4.36-point gap that means noticeably heavier drives and more power from the Tornazo. On price, the Bread & Butter Shogun is $24 less expensive after the PLAYBOOK discount.

Who wins on what

Power

Luzz Tornazo

Higher Swing Weight (power) (117.53 vs 121.89, +4.36)

Hand Speed

Bread & Butter Shogun

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (117.53 vs 121.89)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Luzz Tornazo

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (5.96 vs 6.11, +0.15)

Value

Bread & Butter Shogun

Lower effective price ($170.99 vs $194.65, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Bread & Butter
Luzz

Model

Shogun
Tornazo

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
7.9 oz

Swing Weight

117.53
121.89

Twist Weight

5.96
6.11

Play Style

control
power

Retail Price

$189.99
$229.00

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$170.99
$194.65

Bread & Butter

Shogun

$170.99 (was $189.99)

Luzz

Tornazo

$194.65 (was $229.00)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Bread & Butter Shogun if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (117.53 vs 121.89) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You're price-conscious — about $24 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.
  • Your game leans control — this is tuned for that style.

Pick the Luzz Tornazo if…

  • You want more power — SW 121.89 is 4.36 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.11 is more forgiving on off-center hits.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Bread & Butter Shogun or the Luzz Tornazo better for power?

The Luzz Tornazo generates more power — SW 121.89 vs 117.53 on the Bread & Butter Shogun, a 4.36-point gap that adds mass and momentum at contact. If you prioritize hand speed and maneuverability over raw power, the Shogun's lower swing weight is the advantage.

Which paddle is more forgiving — the Bread & Butter Shogun or the Luzz Tornazo?

The Luzz Tornazo is more forgiving with a twist weight of 6.11 vs 5.96 on the Bread & Butter Shogun. 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 Shogun and the Luzz Tornazo?

With the PLAYBOOK discount code, the Bread & Butter Shogun is $170.99 and the Luzz Tornazo is $194.65. The Bread & Butter Shogun is $23.66 cheaper. Apply PLAYBOOK at checkout on either brand's site to get the discount.

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