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Gamma Obsidian 16 pickleball paddle
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Obsidian 16 Gamma

Pickleball· Obsidian

Very goodUpdated on 2026-10-03
4.3out of 564 reviews
Version · 3 optionsObsidian 16Change

The Obsidian 16 is the control version of Gamma's RCF Obsidian line, with a raw Toray T700 carbon face and a 16 mm polypropylene honeycomb core. The elongated 16.375 x 7.375 inch shape gives reach, and the thick core makes the touch soft in the short game. It weighs 8.3 oz on average, has a 5.75-inch handle with a 4 1/8 grip and molded foam, and a weight system in the handle to adjust the feel. The raw carbon face generates good spin and the edge has protection.

Key specs

Full specs
Weight
8.3 oz
Core thickness
16 mm
Face material
Raw Toray T700 carbon
Core
Polypropylene honeycomb
Width
7.4 in
Length
16.4 in

LevelsIntermediate, Advanced

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Strengths and watch-outs

Pros

  • Raw T700 carbon face usually helps generate spin
  • 16 mm core tends to make the touch softer in the short game
  • Weight system in the handle to adjust the feel, according to the brand
  • 5.75 in handle accommodates the two-handed backhand

Cons

  • 8.3 oz weight can tire you in long matches
  • 7.375 in wide face tends to be less forgiving on the sides
Ideal for
Intermediate or advanced players who want control, spin and reach with the ability to adjust the weight.
Levels
Intermediate, Advanced

Specs

Construction
Face materialRaw Toray T700 carbonMedium confidence
CorePolypropylene honeycombMedium confidence
Core thickness16 mmMedium confidence
Edge protectionYesMedium confidence
ThermoformedNo dataMedium confidence
USA Pickleball approvedNo dataMedium confidence
Dimensions
Weight8.3 oz8.2 to 8.4 ozMedium confidence
Width7.4 inMedium confidence
Length16.4 inMedium confidence
Grip length5.8 inMedium confidence
Grip circumference4.1 inMedium confidence
ShapeElongatedMedium confidence

How the RR Score was calculated

CriterionWeightScore
Specs65%72
Approval from players35%65

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