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Title: Blade Pearl
Post by: admin on December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM

Color: Navy/Silver

Coverstock: Reactive Pearl

Core: 2-piece

Factory finish: Polished

Lane Conditions: Medium-Light Oil
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: ball boy on August 29, 2002, 01:31:52 PM
All I can say about this ball is  - WOW!!!!!!!!  I drilled one up #15.02 2-3 " pin with 3 1/4 oz. top wt.  Needed a medium-dry lane ball.  Always was a Fab guy so I hoped Ebonite would carry on the tradition!!  This ball interested me becuase the the "Original Blue Hammer" weight block with a flip-block added to the top.

Drilled it pin above ring finger for length but I wanted it to be tamer on the backend and Hammer stated this ball is supposed to really skid/flip so I was nervous it would be too much in the dry.  Swung the cg out 3" to combat the snap and hopefully help the ball lay-off on the backend a little.  The ball does quite well!!  749 with it the first night without even throwing it before!  I was impressed with the roll, it would skid, grab, roll and arc/flip into the hole.  I did not leave a ten pin all night!  The ball slapped out all tens, carried the wall shot extremely well and tripped the 4!  It did it all! It hooks maybe a little more than I expected but the performance is all it's own.  Go out and buy one of these.  You will not be disappointed!  The solid Blade has to be a great compliment to this ball.
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: BowlPro on September 02, 2002, 11:40:51 AM
This Blade is a Cut above!
(For Foundation Information read our review on the Blade Solid)

The New Blade Pearl is the buddy ball for the Blade Solid! We tested the Blade Pearl and the Solid on the same day, and at the same time side by side. We used the same drilling layout for both. (in short) Heres the run down on what we found out!

The New Blade Pearl has the same great weight block that is in the Blade Solid, and with its "Pearlized" coverstock, this ball gets down the lane with ease and keeps good energy for the break point. We found that this ball provided for even more of what we would call an "Angular" hook to the pocket. (This is NOT a Skid/flip ball) but keep in mind that those of you who have more hand in the ball (Cranker Types) will get more out of it! Those of you who are more average in release will find this ball "Long and Strong!"

We tested this ball at the same time we tested the Blade Solid and the Blade Pearl did seem to have a problem with "Over/Under" when it hit the carrydown on our test lanes. Once we got comfortable with our feet and target the ball seemed to change its mind on the break point! As we changed our break point with release adjustments again the ball seemed to tell us it wanted something else. This is a good indication that the coverstock WAS NOT matching up to the lane conditions properly! If the lanes had been drier up front, we believe this ball would have performend better. But since we had fresh head oil on lanes that had previously been oiled and bowled on, we experience alot of over/under. We could have went back to the ball spinner to adjust the coverstock, but with this Pearlized cover, we believed it to be at its best Shinned up!

The Blade Pearl should be great for those true "broken down" lane conditions on those league nights when the track area burns up shortly after the first game!
Many of you have experienced this problem and understand what we mean!

The Blade Pearl will have its place in many bowlers bags and we will recommend this ball to bowlers for consideration. But with a "Shined Up" Blade Solid, we believe we can get a more consistant ball reaction and enough length to conquer the broken down lanes of almost any league conditions!

We will recommend this ball to all bowlers!

BowlPro
www.discount-proshop.com
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: BuddiesProShopcom - Bill on September 05, 2002, 04:31:28 PM
I drilled this for a shop guy and we were looking for something to fit into his bag when the lanes are burnt.

This shop guy likes to be able to open up the lane and still have a ball that won't be extremely jumpie.

I put the pin and CG on his grip line and left the ball in the box finish.

The bowler tested the ball that night after 2 shifts and some open bowling and he was still able to get the ball through the heads and into the midlane before the ball made a move to the pocket. The bowler also tested this ball out on a tournament shot where was able to move over and play more up the lane with this ball that his other equipment. This ball is a keeper in his bag.

I think this will be a ball for bowlers who need something for light oil or slower ball speed. With the layout that was used in the test ball, we found it to be very controllable on the light oil and still able to get down the lane with energy left to explode the rack.

If you have any questions, please email me at Bill@buddiesProshop.com
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BuddiesProShop.com
"The Place All Bowlers Shop"
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: bowler0821 on October 12, 2002, 08:38:23 PM
Drilled this up about 3 weeks ago. Drilled to go long and snap pin over my ring finger.
Specs:
15.2
2-3 pin

Man all that I have to say is wow goes long and hits hard. Gets right through the dry even better after a little polish and gets through a little oil good as well. Man hammer is back and better then ever and this is just the start.
I give it a 9.5 out of 10 very great ball thanks Hammer.
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Mike
PINS EVERY WHERE!
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: BenLaughlin on October 13, 2002, 08:31:25 PM
Drilled 4 X 3 no extra hole.I have been following the Purple Vicious with this ball during my league play.Enables me to play the lanes the same without changing lines.
Great Ball
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: MichiganBowling on October 25, 2002, 06:38:10 PM
I've only had this ball for 2 weeks now, but was just itching to do this review.  The blade pearl is quite the awesome piece.  I was looking for a ball that clears the heads and is readable in the backend.  So we drilled this ball with pin about an inch outside the ringfinger, with the cg kicked out about an inch from the center of my palm.  My ball driller called this a "floater" layout.  He also told me I might want to put a shine on the ball to get it through the heads better.

A shine wasn't necessary as it clears the heads in spectacular fashion.  The blade pearl then makes a smooth, readable break into the pocket.  The hitting power is unbelievable for a ball that really doesn't hook like crazy.  Most balls I've had that react similar to this seem to lose hit.  Thank you hammer for fixing that problem!!!

I'm looking forward to trying other hammer products as this blade pearl has sold me on the direction the company is going in!  Thanks again hammer!

An early grade of 96% goes to this ball.  A true go-to ball on medium-dry lanes.

UPDATE:  Ok, had this ball for a LONG time now.  What a durable piece this was.  Seemed to get better with age.  I'm actually going to upgrade this ball by a % to 97% just because of the durability.  SPECTACULAR piece this turned into.  I'm going to buy another one very soon, as the old one was 16# and I just went to 15, so I sold it.  Hard ball to replace!
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: RevLefty on October 26, 2002, 08:41:58 PM
I purchased this ball about two weeks ago.  All I have to say is kudos to ebonite for restoring Hammer back to a Contender.

Ball Specs:  16lb 3 oz,  pin 4in out.  The cg is in center of palm with pin at 10 o clock,just left of my ring finger and about 1 inch out. No balance hole needed.  

Bowling Style:  I am a lefty that has alot of revs and throw the ball between 18-21mph.  Basically lots of speed and revolutions.  Can circle the lane if needed but usually not necessary. I average 218-235 depending on the condition.

I left this ball in the out of box finish.  The way that i drilled this ball
(above) is for medium dry to dry lanes and this ball is the shiznit on that condition.  It gets through any heads really well then gets 3/4 the lane and then turns the corner hard but with flat back ends will go 60 feet only cause of my speed.  It is not a skid snap ball!!  It makes it move but is very predictable,and the ball explodes the pocket.  I leave more 8's and 9's than I do 7 pins with this ball but the majority are strikes always.  Hammer is back and is  in charge in by opinion,keep up the good work.  This ball is great compliment to the blade solid.
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: Gene J Kanak on November 01, 2002, 02:30:38 PM
Hey everyone,

  Just got this ball from Buddies yesterday and took it to the lanes on my lunch break today.

  Lanes: Wood
  Condtion: Open play (little oil)
  Layout-Label with pin at 2 O'clock and cg in grip center.

  I will start out by saying that this ball is a bit stronger than I had anticipated. The ball has a very clean roll to it. It clears the heads, revs up in the midlane and makes a fairly hard jump on the back. The carry on this ball is very strong, messengers flying every which way. I'm not sure if it was just the condition or what,  but from what I've seen this ball initally appears to be more for medium oil than for light. However, I still like what I'm seeing thus far. Another winner from Hammer.
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: Ron Ware on November 11, 2002, 02:00:40 PM
As planned by Hammer, this ball gives you more length than the regular Blade (see my review) and definitely fits those type of conditions where I mentioned when you need a bit "tamer" ball.

The best thing is that you don't sacrifice much on the angle at breakpoint with this ball compared to the regular Blade. This ball does carry since I shot a 300 in league when I first got this ball.  It's usually the ball I go to when I find the backends flying.

It's great for those crankers with a lot of speed or those slow Sunday rollers who like shooting straight up the boards.  

 



Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: laner7pin on December 27, 2002, 12:10:34 PM
Well here it is, Ive eaited a while to get this ball and now that I do, cant wait to review it. Drilled faily weak, Pin below middle finger (left handed) similar drilling as on my Kick which doesnt hook much, so it is similar to that. 16lbs, 2-3" pin, not sure of top weight. First of all this ball looks sweet rolling down the lane. Second of all once it hits the pocket....hits like a truck. Doesnt make a big skid/snap move, more of an arc. Had to play more outisde with the Blade, between first and second arrow, but had some room to work with. Lanes were a typical house shot, 39 feet, 8-8 spread. Had to play out towards the dry or else this ball (with this drilling) did not make much of a move. There was also quite a bit of carrydown as well (open bowling all day, all the kids trying out their new white dots), so once I get on a fresh shot I will be able to get more of an idea of the line I could play. Definately not an oil ball though, but play the dry, watch it rev, and this will not leave anything standing. Of the 3 games I threw this ball, did not leave one 7 pin. Couple 9 pins and a couple of swish 10 pins, but that was about it for pocket hits. So far the Blade Pearl gets a 9 out of 10.
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: tomtom123 on January 16, 2003, 10:15:49 PM
this is one fine ball! ive used it in all 4 houses i bowl in and once the oil line dryed up it really came to life. i like to swing the ball around 5 boards or so and this ball goes long then unleashes a reall big backend move that kills the pocket.i have a lot of respect for the new hammer line its a real great product.for the money this is a great med to dry lane ball. nothing hits like a hammer.
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: Hmeeker on January 17, 2003, 09:05:37 PM
Let me start by saying this ball is nothing like hammer intended it to be.This ball is very even rolling and it hits hard.It clears the heads well but needs dry to react on the back end.This ball takes some getting used to but when you get it on the right shot this ball rips!!
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: jeremy_gelwicks on January 23, 2003, 12:08:58 PM
This ball is a great hitting ball and the first game I ever had with it was a 211.  It has also brought me a 277 and 279.  I had the first 7 then the a solid 4 pin then struck out.  This ball is one of the greatest balls I have ever bought.  Its was laid out great and does it ever turn left.
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Jeremy Gelwicks
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: Blade300 on February 01, 2003, 10:25:56 PM
Once again, Hammer has left me speechless. I bought the Solid Blade and rolled a 300 with that ball...so i decided i need a skid/flip ball and then a thought crossed my mind..."THE BLADE PEARL!" And man oh man does this ball HOOK! I have the ball drilled for length....i mean length! Here are the specs:

4 Inch Pin (From the Center of Gravity)
2.5 Top Weight
16 Lbs
Bowled on Medium heavy oil and medium light
scores the first day and the next day in league were:

First Day::189, 221, 255= 665
League:: 238, 241, 269= 748

So let me enclose that this ball is definitely WORTH BUYING...every $173.20 worth. Thats how much i payed for the ball and THANK YOU AGAIN HAMMER!
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: Spike2112 on June 13, 2003, 12:31:32 PM
WOW! The perfect complement for the Blade Solid. Had this one punched up 4 X 3
with small weight hole. Was going to stack it like my Solid, but backed off a
bit for some more control. Turns out to be the perfect drill! Ball clears the heads with ease and gets several feet longer down the lane due to the cover, but once it makes it's turn to the pocket, look out! Absolute devastation! I've never seen pin action like this ball creates. Flush pocket shots, forget it. Light hits send messengers everywhere. The only problem I see are occasional stone 9's, but who's gonna complain about THOSE? Have used it on med
to freshly oiled shots, both with excellent results! Whoever said this ball CANNOT be used on oil just don't have the hand because this one will move if you make it. Have yet to use on dry yet but I can only guess it would excel there as well. Great job Hammer! A true winner, especially at the price you can snag one of these babies for! What are you waiting for G-Thing???
Spike
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: Coleman on August 03, 2003, 09:26:48 PM
I've had this ball for a  little under a year and all I can say is wow.  This is the perfect skid/snap ball. I have my high series of 708 with ball.  I think everyone should have one.  I'm first in line for Hammer's new Sling Blade.  Hammer is making some great stuff. I give this ball a 9 out of 10.
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: Beata300 on January 08, 2004, 01:28:54 AM
Excellent ball for the medium-dry lanes. I pull this bad boy for my third game most of the time. Awesome length, with great backend. Don't recommend it for fresh conditions if you like to hook it. If you need a ball that goes long and hits hard in the dry, pick one up, cheap...
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Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: ivanwms64 on January 21, 2004, 05:59:16 PM
Greetings
     first of all  - I am not a pro so I cannot tell you how the ball was drilled - where the holes went or anything like that - I went to a pro shop - he asked me how I bowled - I showed him and he hooked me up.  I had been bowling with a old AMF triple white dot since 1979 and was happy with it until my house switched from wood to synthetic lanes and my old ball just did not perform at all.  I looked around and purchased a 15 lb Hammer Blade Pearl and had it drilled finger tip.  I am not a hooker - I like to roll my ball nice and slow and watch it roll from my end of the lane in the pocket and the first time I rolled this ball and saw it grab the lane and curve gently into the pocket - tears almost came to my eyes.  My high game has been a 217 with it - I have a league average of 151 now - when I first got the ball I had been stuck at 138.
If there is one dislike I have toward the ball it is this - when I leave a 10 pin I have to allow for the slight curve that the ball takes even when it is thrown straight but I am learning how to adjust for that and believe that this ball is going to be my main ball for a couple of years.  This ball has made bowling fun again.

Ivan
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: RyboFlavin on January 29, 2004, 12:48:41 PM
A little background before the review.  I'm 27 and have been bowling in leagues since I was 4, including four years of collegiate bowling.  I've used approximately 40 different balls since I started bowling.

I purchased the Blade Pearl one year ago (Jan '03) because I liked it so much at the Hammer Demo Days in Elkhart, IN.  It is #15, 1.5" pin, CG in palm and pin under ring finger.  I know a lot of people say this often, but I must say that this is the BEST ball I have ever used.  It gives me a consistent, smooth reaction that is easily adaptable from playing down and in to getting inside of the fourth arrow.  Even though this is a pearl ball, it is well suited to standard house conditions and medium oil patterns.  If you are looking for a "Go-To" ball, this is it!  I can always pull this ball out at the beginning of the night to get an excellent read of the lane conditions.  Trust me I have used and owned so many other balls and my comparison, this is the most predictable, smoothest, and best-hitting ball by far.

As of this time last year (Jan. 2003), I didn't have any 300 games nor any games above 297.  Since purchasing the Blade Pearl one year ago I have shot five 300's, two 299's, one 298, one 297, and one 296 with it.  I also have one 800 series with it.  All of these scores were spread across five different houses, some synthetic and some wood.

About two months ago I noticed that it was not making the turn very well anymore.  The problem was COMPLETELY resolved by using the Ebonite powder restore system.  After one year, the reaction is not noticeably different than when it was new.
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: ferrierl on April 19, 2004, 04:00:53 PM
I really like this ball.  I recently picked this up and got it drilled with stack leverage.  I throw with high revs and medium to high speed.  I was afraid that the ball would overeact being that I was previously bowling with a polished Brunswick DZ2 and I was having trouble controlling it.  But I tell you this ball is very consistent.  I had been out of bowling for a while and when I came back I was rolling really bad.  But once I got this ball and got used to it. I realized that this ball keeps a true and consistent line I have been rolling lights out.  My high game with is ball is 276 and I have been averaging right at 200 in 6 to eight game sets.  Good ball Hammer.
Title: Re: Blade Pearl
Post by: Dannys440 on February 12, 2006, 11:01:19 PM
Really like this ball has been a good ball,I think it is drilled stacked leverage. Hits like a truck, first hammer balled owned loved it so now i am hooked on hammer balls.
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Height:5'11"
Type of bowler: Cranker,with out the high back swing
Balls(owned by me, not used by me): OI(x3),VooDoo, Vicious attack,blade pearl,blade particle,red pearl hammer,orange messenger