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Scorpion Strike
« on: July 25, 2024, 10:30:25 AM »
Ball NPS Score: 100.00
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Hammer Scorpion Strike: a standout addition to the popular Scorpion line, known for delivering exceptional mid-performance value. Hammer fans can expect the Scorpion Strike to exceed expectations, just like its predecessors. This ball boasts the most pronounced skid-flip reaction in the Scorpion series, thanks to the innovative HK22-Semtex Pearl cover and the LED 3.0 core. Positioned just below the powerful skid-flip asymmetric balls and the Hazmat, the Scorpion Strike offers more strength and angularity than the Vibes. With its striking appearance, the Scorpion Strike is set to become a new favorite among Hammer enthusiasts.

Color: Black/Magenta/Indigo
All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown
Core: LED 3.0 (14-16#)
Coverstock: HK22 - Semtex Pearl Reactive
Finish: 500, 1000, 1500 Siaair/Factory Compound
Reaction: Skid/Flip
RG: 2.485 (15# ball)
Differential: 0.045 (15# ball)
Recommended Lane Condition: Medium Oil
FCC Rating: Total- 24.5, Finish- 7.75, Core- 7.5, Cover- 9.25

 

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Re: Scorpion Strike
« Reply #1 on: July 26, 2024, 11:59:40 PM »
BALL SPECS
Pin Length:  3-4
Ball Weight: 15lb
DRILL PATTERN
Layout: Pin Up, Kicked CG with a 1 inch shift
BOWLER STYLE
Rev Rate:  418
Ball Speed: 15 mph
PAP/Track: 4 3/4 over and 1 1/2 up
SURFACE PREP

Finish: (Matte, Polish, Sanded): Box Finish
LANE CONDITION
Length: 42ft
Volume: 50 UL
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS
BALL REACTION

On a scale of 1-10 ( 1=Low, 10 = High )
Length: 7
Back End: 6.75
Overall Hook: 7
Midlane Read: 5
Breakpoint Shape: Strong midlane roll and moderate/strong backend

COMMENTS

Likes:  The Scorpion Strike is a really good shiny benchmark piece in any bag.    It is the same core as a Scorpion Sting with the new HK22 cover added to it making it stronger than the Sting.   However, it is just as smooth as it is strong - It also comes in really handy when the Scorpion Low Flare begins to read to soon in the lane.   It will be stronger than a Vibe series or fit under a Hazmat Hybrid.   A really good benchmark piece.

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Re: Scorpion Strike
« Reply #2 on: July 30, 2024, 06:15:36 PM »

Joe Goldstein, Sr.

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Re: Scorpion Strike
« Reply #3 on: October 13, 2024, 10:43:32 PM »
LANE CONDITION

Length:40

Volume:

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):THS


COMMENTS

Likes:I love the fact that I can go right to the Scorpion Strike when the Scorpion Low Flare is picking up to quickly.  The Low Flare has become one of my favorite pieces and with the Strike to give me extended play later in the set, I believe in these two to be my one two punch balls.  I have not found a pattern that shuts out these pieces at all.  Great job Hammer!!

Dislikes:none


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