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Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« on: March 14, 2012, 05:21:43 AM »
I just found that the drill sheet is same as the Hammer's, isn't it?

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Re: Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« Reply #16 on: March 23, 2012, 05:37:33 PM »
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Bruce atleast you clarify with the statement "The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation" as your are Brunswick Staff and making a statement against Lord Field as being produced outside US. Great statement by someone representing for a manufacturer who moved their production outside of the US. Such a great stance you back it up by making the choice not once but twice. I doubt anyone at Brunswick would agree with your America Only Stance. Way to represent.


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Re: Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« Reply #17 on: March 23, 2012, 05:53:24 PM »
I don't believe I saw him post something against Lord Field. He just quoted Tony's comment and put "+1"
 
proform wrote on 3/23/2012 3:37 PM:
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation.




Bruce Campbell


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Bruce atleast you clarify with the statement "The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation" as your are Brunswick Staff and making a statement against Lord Field as being produced outside US. Great statement by someone representing for a manufacturer who moved their production outside of the US. Such a great stance you back it up by making the choice not once but twice. I doubt anyone at Brunswick would agree with your America Only Stance. Way to represent.





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Re: Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« Reply #18 on: March 23, 2012, 06:03:17 PM »
If that's the case than I stand corrected. I took it as agreeing with the not in my house. American made only stance.

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Re: Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« Reply #19 on: March 24, 2012, 10:35:06 PM »
It wasn't against Lord Field as stated, but for Tony's comment about even though they are manufacturered in Korea the materials are from the USA!! Brunswick employ people in Michigan and a lot of the work is from American workers even though their plant is in Mexico!!! General Motors does this with Canada and Mexico for their products, but people don't mention that!!! I've dealt with Tony before with the other company he worked for and think he's a great guy and wish him the best!!!


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Re: Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« Reply #20 on: March 24, 2012, 10:50:51 PM »
Well then I guess I do not(!) stand corrected.


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Re: Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« Reply #21 on: August 01, 2012, 01:47:12 PM »
Not to defend anything from anyone, but has anyone realized we almost drill all companies bowling balls the same anyway. All drilling instructions are almost the same with different words. Other then different warnings do we really need instructions to drill anymore?

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Re: Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« Reply #22 on: August 01, 2012, 03:49:35 PM »
All I know is that they are way too expensive.

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« Reply #23 on: August 01, 2012, 05:53:36 PM »
Pricing fits in with the other manufacturers. Mid-Upper and Performance Levels. The covers are as durable and take to adjustments as well as anything on the market. You will not be disappointed with any Lord Field Offerring.
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Re: Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« Reply #24 on: August 01, 2012, 08:40:02 PM »
Still think they cost more than the stuff made here.

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Re: Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« Reply #25 on: August 01, 2012, 09:02:44 PM »
From what I've been told, they pour the only real two-piece cores in the industry. I've heard also they are really hit or miss and you have to be precise or the reactions on some of the balls can be over/under. No personal use on them though. Not poured by Ebonite what-so-ever or any connection rather. Looking to see how they separate themselves from the other companies in the upcoming season.
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Re: Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« Reply #26 on: August 01, 2012, 09:18:07 PM »
From what I've been told, they pour the only real two-piece cores in the industry. I've heard also they are really hit or miss and you have to be precise or the reactions on some of the balls can be over/under.

So far as I can tell right now, after I and a friend drilled 2 of them, this is not true.
Their cores and shells are not very different, in general terms, with regard to RG and Differential and pin placement than several others. I took an educated guess with the Exodus solid, based on BJI's review of it, and I hit the nail on the head. I couldn't have gotten better use from it UNLESS Tony watched me bowl on my lanes and told me how to drill it. A friend did the same with the Pin Hacker, a pearl, and also got excellent results. I gave him what I knew about the ball and a copy of BJI's review of the ball, and he took it to his pro shop with that information to drill.

If someone told you drilling their balls are hit and miss, my guess is they made a mistake and chose the wrong ball and/or wrong drilling for their delivery and the oil pattern they face. I'd suggest checking out an expert like Tony (who seems more than glad to answer any question on the use of these balls) and/or checking out professional reviews like BJI or a pro shop you trust.

FYI Roto-Grip, Storm and Visionary still make some 2 piece balls: core and shell with no filler.
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Re: Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« Reply #27 on: August 01, 2012, 09:26:26 PM »
Tony is actually the bossman of a kid I work with @ The Bowler's Shop here in Anderson, IN. Bobby Moore - he's a proshop staff guy for Lord Field. I have not seen him throw any of the equipment so please take my first comment as pure "hear-say" and a lack of general tuition into this company. I respect what you post Charlest as you've been a "BallReviewer" for quite sometime with reputable/relevant comments. I did not know Visionary was still in production and I know from time to time Storm Co. will release some 2-pieces. It was said in a "general" kind of statement. Thank you for the corrections though, in all seriousness. It's better to be in the wrong rather than continuing on information that isn't factual!
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Re: Lord Field bowling ball, made by Ebonite?
« Reply #28 on: August 02, 2012, 07:00:09 AM »
Xfest,

Glad what I wrote came across as help. It was intended that way.
I think Lord Field stands where many manufacturers do when they first enter a market, but better than most because of 2 factors.
1. They have been making balls for a while. So they know what they are doing.
2. They have Tony handling the US end of the business and it seems to be in good hands, so far.

Their balls seem as good as most and better than many, to my eyes right now. Tony is also and has been designing some balls especially for the US market. He appears to be making great progress. If I were you I'd aim to try one, even a used one to see if you can make use of it. I'd have bought more if I could afford it. The Exodus I picked is a middle of the road type of ball, meant for medium oil. I was most impressed with its control and carry power. (I've always liked the idea of no filler balls.) Also BJI's review indicated that Tony had said this was the ball that most typical of their selection (or words to that effect).
 
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