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Hammer Raw Hammer Psycho Bowling Balls

 
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Raw Hammer Psycho Specs

Product ID: 6296
Release Date: 06/17/2008
Perfect Scale: 182.4
Performance: Advanced Performance(6)
RG: 2.48
Differential: 0.050
Breakpoint Shape: long, aggressive backend on medium oil
Lane Condition: Medium
Finish: Polished
Coverstock: Reactive Resin
Coverstock Name: Max-Hook Reactive
Factory Finish: 4000 Grit Abralon
Color: Orange / Silver
Core Name: Raw Hammer Assault core
Quality: First Quality


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The Raw Hammer Psycho expands the performance range in the Raw Hammer series by offering a new core shape in our very successful mid-price series. The Raw Hammer Psycho features a new Raw Hammer Assault core paired with our new Max-Hook Reactive Pearl coverstock to provide medium length with a strong and aggressive backend move.


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Customer Reviews          Average: 4.63Write a Review    Read all 24 reviews

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Hammer Raw Hammer Psycho Reviewed by: bowlingball.com staff review by Shawn Ryan (5 stars)

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

 
Pin length from axis point is 5 1/4 inches and above fingers. If you were a fan of the Doom you will absolutely love this ball. The Psycho is not as jerky as the Doom was on the backend which could sometimes get you into trouble with the Doom. The Psycho provides a smoother more predictable backend reaction than the Doom. The Psycho is a great ball for league play or later in the block tournaments.

Shawn Ryan
2005 Jr. Team USA Member
Manager
Striking Advantage Pro Shop
River Lanes
Titusville, Florida

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Hammer Raw Hammer Psycho Reviewed by: Ormond pro shop manager (4 stars)

0 of 1 people found this review helpful.

About the Bowler
Bowling Hand    Right Handed
League Average    220
Ball Speed    Fast
Style    Tweener
 
drilled psycho for a customer that wanteda ball that would give him more controlen the lanes broke down we drilled pin above middle finger he has med track placedcg just right of center of grip this gavemore control in the midlane with a smoothmovement through the backends he shot 725the first night he used it

mike seymour ormond bowl pro shop

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Hammer Raw Hammer Psycho Reviewed by: Matt Fortney (5 stars)

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

 
My PAP: 5 1/4" over by 3/4" up. 15-15.5 mph. Above average revs. I'd say I'm somewhere in between tweener and cranker.

Drilling: Pin 4 3/4" from PAP, above my ring finger.

THS: With the OOB 4000 Abralon + Polish, The Psycho really tears it up on THS. It has great midlane read with a strong arcing backend motion. The ball is definitely NOT a skid-flippy ball, but the move isn't weak either. The new Assault core is definitely a winner in my book. Provides excellent hit that I've come to expect from Hammer, and it really whips pins around. As far as total amount of hook is concerned, I was actually surpised at how strong it is.

So far I've taken the cover down all the way to 1000 grit abralon. The basic reaction is what you'd expect, the lower the grit gets, the earlier the ball rolls, and more overall. So far I've had the most success with the OOB surface. Without polish the ball tends to start too early for even THS after the first game or so.

The only condition that I really can't use this ball on is really light oil, or a shot with burnt up heads. The ball is simply too much for either of the two.

Overall this thing is a real winner. Seems to be pretty forgiving to both speed and hand action mistakes. Anyone looking for a great medium oil ball with all the hit and carry of a high performance ball at a mid-price point the Psycho is for you. And as a bonus it looks sweet too!

Matt

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Hammer Raw Hammer Psycho Reviewed by: Etonix (5 stars)

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

 
Hammer really is going to hit big with this ball!!! Another winner from the raw hammer line. I have mine drilled almost identical to the one in the hammmer video (the second one) and i just love. Will be getting one to drill pin up for a smoother reaction.

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Hammer Raw Hammer Psycho Reviewed by: h23vtec (4 stars)

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

About the Bowler
Bowling Hand    Right Handed
League Average    185
Sport Shot Average    175
Ball Speed    Fast
Style    Stroker
 
good ball. it is a very great mid performance ball. i liked it a lot but if your going to spend the money on a new ball the sauce series will hit harder and hook harder. this is a great ball for light to medium oiled lanes. if you cant control your hook on dry lanes or want to spend a little less $$$ this is the ball for you.

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Hammer Raw Hammer Psycho Reviewed by: webejr04 (5 stars)

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

About the Bowler
Bowling Hand    Right Handed
League Average    205
Sport Shot Average    202
Ball Speed    Medium
Style    Tweener
 
This ball has flat out ridiculous carry I love it. My friend bought one a month ago and has not shot below 750 since he got it. To put it in a nutshell its the Toxic on Steroids!!!

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Hammer Raw Hammer Psycho Reviewed by: impdcdt (5 stars)

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

 
This ball is AMAZING!!! I bowled w/ it for the first time last tuesday. I had my third 800 series (802) and my fourth 300 game. (250, 252, 300). I only left one ten pin the whole day. I have never seen a bowling ball that drives through the pins shot after shot. The best bowling ball I have ever thrown. Great ball for a wonderful price.

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Hammer Raw Hammer Psycho Reviewed by: putthehammerdown! (5 stars)

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

 
Hammer has really struck a goldmine here! This ball is a perfect balance of core and coverstock! I would recommend this to anyone and everyone. I think everyone who needs a quality ball for a reasonable price should get this ball!

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Hammer Raw Hammer Psycho Reviewed by: willis21 (5 stars)


 
I've had the Psycho about a month and I would definitely recommend it. It has a very good reaction without being too angular. I had it drilled 4 inches pin to pap and it has a good blend of length and hook.

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Hammer Raw Hammer Psycho Bowling Balls 4.62 out of 5 based on 24 ratings. 24 user reviews.




Layout 1 - Standard Layout


  • Ball Motion - Length with aggressive backend
  • Lane Condition - Medium to Heavy Oil
  • Flare Potential - Medium
  • Pin Placement - Place pin at 4 1/2" from the positive axis point (PAP)
  • Balance Hole - If needed, place the balance hole at 4-5" from the center of span on a line through the center of gravity

Hammer Symmetrical Layout 1

Layout 2 - Length Layout


  • Ball Motion - Length with less total hook
  • Lane Condition - Light to Medium Oil
  • Flare Potential - Low
  • Pin Placement - Place pin at 5 - 5 1/2" from the positive axis point (PAP)
  • Balance Hole - If needed, place the balance hole at 4-5" from the center of span on a line through the center of gravity

Hammer Symmetrical Layout 2

Layout 3 - Strong Layout


  • Ball Motion - Strong and controllable hook
  • Lane Condition - Heavy Oil
  • Flare Potential - High
  • Pin Placement - Place pin at 3 1/2" - 4" from the positive axis point (PAP)
  • Balance Hole - If needed, place the balance hole at 4-5" from the center of span on a line through the center of gravity

Hammer Symmetrical Layout 3

Layout 4 - Low RG Layout


  • Ball Motion - Early Hook with smooth arc
  • Lane Condition - Fresh backends and wet/dry
  • Flare Potential - Low
  • Pin Placement - Place pin at 1 - 2" from the positive axis point (PAP)
  • Balance Hole - If needed, place the balance hole at 4-5" from the center of span on a line through the center of gravity

Hammer Symmetrical Layout 4

Layout 5 - Full Roller Layout

 

(For this layout we will select a ball with a pin distance of 2-5" from the CG)
  • Ball Motion - Strong arc
  • Lane Condition - Medium to Heavy Oil
  • Flare Potential - Medium
  • Pin Placement - Place pin at 3 1/2" from the center of span located in 7:30 position


Hammer Symmetrical Layout 5










 
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