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Plague
« on: December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM »
Ball NPS Score: 100.00
- Color: Purple/Red/Gold
- Coverstock: Level 2 Reactive
- Factory Finish: 500/1000/2000 Abralon
- RG: 16#-2.51, 15#-2.50, 14#-2.49, 13#-2.53, 12#-2.60
- RG Differential: 16#-.053, 15#-.055, 14#-.056, 13#-.055, 12#-.039
- Recommended Lane Condition: Heavy Oil
- Description: Introducing the latest weapon in Hammer’s arsenal. The all-new Hammer Plague. With an aggressive late mid-lane move, and the most backend continuation in the history of Hammer Bowling, the Plague will definitely turn the competition’s stomach. And, if you think this one’s gonna be sick, wait until you see what’s coming next. Because for us, it’s never just about winning. It’s about smashing, crushing and generally humiliating the other guy. And NOTHING HITS LIKE A HAMMER.

 

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Re: Plague
« Reply #1 on: May 28, 2010, 08:06:41 PM »
Definitely a WINNER. You want to talk about filling the void in the raw line.

Drilling: 5.5 X 5 pin up.

Pattern: 42 ft house pattern with 25 ml total volume. 38 ft House pattern with 27 Ml total volume.


Reaction: The Plague controls the mid lanes while adding explosive power. It really reminds me of a blue vibe made stronger and more mid lane play. Depending on the lane condition you play will dictate how you line this puppy up. The Plague responds to changes in hand positions better than expected. This is definitely an upgrade to the Acid and allows for and arsenal fill in the middle but still gives you the high end hit.

The reason you will see that I refer to the Blue Vibe and acid as they tend to be bench mark type balls for the majority. While the Plague is much stronger it is definitely able to move around the lane and play with versatility.

More to follow on house and Sport patterns.
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Re: Plague
« Reply #2 on: June 12, 2010, 11:53:25 PM »
I drilled my Plague 4x60x30 with a weight hole in the p2 position.This ball is really strong.It reads the midlane very nice and is very strong and continous at the breakpoint.Compared to the black widow sting it reads the midlane alittle stronger and has much more pop off the backend.
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Re: Plague
« Reply #3 on: July 06, 2010, 08:31:26 PM »
Hammer Plague
Weight: 15#
Top Weight: 3 oz.
Pin: 3-4"

Layout: 60*x4.5"x60*

First Impressions:
This ball has a ton of recovery when I thought it would just burn up in the heads when I played deep with it. This is the only ball I have ever thrown playing deep that has actually made the turn back to the pocket instead of being DOA (dead on arrival).

Basic Thoughts:
I believe this ball is going to be just as special as the original Black Widow when it was first released! With its dull OOB, do not let it fool you. When one would think this ball is going to just be all mid-lane and burn up totally in the heads, the Plague gives you a reaction like nothing I have ever seen!

This is by far the strongest ball I have ever bowled with. This ball has mid lane reaction with strong continuation and the key to this precious jem is that it does not quit on you like most dull bowling balls.

Final Conclusion:
If you seek a very aggressive mid lane rolling ball with plenty of continuation and no quit in it. I believe you will see just how special the Plague is in your hands.

THIS IS GONNA BE SICK!!

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Re: Plague
« Reply #4 on: July 07, 2010, 02:52:01 PM »
Plague

Bowler Information
Jimmie Gibson
Hand – Right
Style – Tweener
PAP - 5 5/8 right and 3/8 down


Layout
Pin above ring finger with mass bias places about 2” to the right of the thumb.

Expectations / Reaction
I have been anticipating hammers new upper mid price line for some time now, after having so much success with the black widow series I was excited to see what hammer had up its sleeve. The plague exceeded all of my expectations offering a strong arching motion down lane with exceptional pin carry. The plague clears the heads with ease and transitions off the end of the pattern with a solid pop that offers tons of recovery from the outside and tremendous versatility when playing inside angles. The cover stock is extremely versatile and responds well to surface changes to achieve a desired reaction. Hammer has been putting out great products and they are only getting better.

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Re: Plague
« Reply #5 on: July 30, 2010, 08:52:28 PM »
Bowler Info:
Kalani Dilliner
Right Handed
Tweener
P.A.P.: 4 1/2 Right, 1 1/2 Up

Layout: 25x4"x60

First thought: I was looking for a layout for shots with more oil like the shark pattern. Something that would help my ball make the turn and continue to drive. With the pin under my ring finger and the mass bias kicked out, this ball is exactly what I was looking for.

Sport shots: This ball has upped my average by at least 8 to 9 pins during my 3 weeks bowling on the shark pattern. I shot 810 for 4 games the first week on shark, 821 the second week for 4 games, and 796 my third week for 4 games. My next 3 weeks are on the viper pattern and I feel confident to put up the same scores with my Plague.

Now: This ball is now the first ball out of my bag because it is my way to judge how the lanes with play and wether or not I should stay throwing my Plague or switch to something else. This ball always gives me an accurate read which what a great ball is all about. This ball is definitely now one of my favorite balls and hopefully won't be the last from the Hammer bowling line.

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Re: Plague
« Reply #6 on: August 01, 2010, 12:38:20 PM »
Got my Plague, and drilled it close to stacked leverage, although because the CG was off center and in closer to my grip, it did not require a weight hole, mass bias is below the pin to the right of my thumb.  This ball is a very strong ball, but very controllable at the same time.  Our Tuesday night handicap shot has been very dry, so I didn't think I'd be able to use it there, but starting out it gave me a great look.  Stood around 25 and sent it out just right of 10, and it came back with a vengeance everytime.  Start of the 2nd game the shot got too dry for it, and had to put it away.  Practiced at another center that put out a fair amount of oil, with a bit of an out of bounds, and squaring up and playing straighter, it was just phoenominal.  I love the power, and control this ball gives.  It is very strong on the backend, but hard arc is the way I would categorize it.  Not sure if this is the ball you'd use on an absolute flood, but medium-heavy oil, it's a monster.  Fantastic job Hammer!!

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Re: Plague
« Reply #7 on: January 30, 2011, 07:07:04 AM »
LANE CONDITION






Length:39

 

Volume: Meduim


Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):THS


 



COMMENTS





Likes:have plague drilled pin above ring finger ball is strong off break in factory surface
carry is above average and rolls threw the pocket 



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Re: Plague
« Reply #8 on: February 23, 2011, 04:10:26 PM »
LANE CONDITION

Length: 41feet
 
Volume: 28 ul

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): House and Sport

 
COMMENTS

Likes: I drilled this ball with the dual angle layout system as: 50 X 5'' X 40 with the PIN above the fingers bridge. A BLH is put on my PAP (5 1/2 over and 1/2 up).
My profile is as: Tweener, RH, 17Mph, 45 Axis rotation, 20 Axis tilt and 350Revs.
The ball clears the heads nicely, enters the hook fase with a remarkable change of direction and finally a strong continuous roll. Never gives up, very adoptable to releases change. The surface is left at 2000 abralon finish. The continuation at the pins is remarkable.
Excellent ball! 

Dislikes: Medium and Dry conditions.

 
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Re: Plague
« Reply #9 on: February 25, 2011, 02:15:19 AM »
BALL SPECS



Pin Length: 2-3



Starting Top Weight: 3



Ball Weight: 15



 




DRILL PATTERN



Pin to PAP: 65*5*45



X Hole (if there is one): no hole


 









BOWLER STYLE



Rev Rate 425



Ball Speed: 16/17


 


PAP/Track: 51/4 right 7/16 up



 








SURFACE PREP



Grit:2000



Type: (Matte, Polish, Sanded): polished


 







LANE CONDITION



Length: 42'


 


Volume: medium/heavy



Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS
 


 




BALL REACTION


 


On A scale of 1 to 10. 1 being weak, 10 being strong







Length: 8



Back End: 7


 


Overall Hook: 9



Midlane Read: 8



Breakpoint Shape: Arc



 








COMMENTS



Likes: Very versatial ball. Responds very well to surface changes and is very predictable



Dislikes:  none



 




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Edited on 2/25/2011 at 1:16 AM