Welcome to Fill The Frames Bowling Services’ ball comparison report of the Hammer 3D Offset Attack
The Hammer 3D Offset Attack is the newest addition to the Mid-Performance line. To keep the comparisons more streamlined, I will be comparing the new releases to the balls that are closest to them in their current line. If that’s not possible, I’ll use a ball I believe is close from other lines.
Hammer 3D Offset Attack – 2.489 .053 .008 (45*x5”x30*)
Comparison to Hammer Raw Solid, Hammer 3D Offset
Everything about both of my 3D offsets is the same, with one fantastic exception. Using a new coverstock base material HyperKinetic22 (HK22), you will see a quicker response to friction on every ball that has it. Plus, it also brings out the colors more for great looking bowling balls. There are other balls in our lines that contain HK22 and you will see and hear the differences.
Hammer Raw Solid 2.537 .038 (4-3/4”x30*)
Currently the Raw Solid is my benchmark solid for daily use. It gives me a predictable ball motion and tells me where the friction is and a good idea on the length of a pattern. The layout used is on most of my syms so I can get really good feedback on the differences in cover/core from ball to ball. Getting lined up pretty quickly, you can see the differences in the grid below. I just noted this as a starting point for comparison to the much bigger Hammer 3D Offsets.
Hammer 3D Offset – 2.489 .053 .008 (45*x5”x30*)
Recently Hammer brought back an updated cover and the same core shape as the original from 25 years ago. This core was designed by the late Mo Pinel. It was a fantastic ball back then and the legacy continues today. While the asymmetry is not as high as other HP balls, this gives a ball a motion more subtle balance on med-heavy volumes.
Hammer 3D Offset Attack – 2.489 .053 .008 (45*x5”x30*)
Quick off the spot is exactly what the Attack gives. You can see in the chart below where I started and was close to the original 3D Offset and kept moving with the same release and different focal points. The original tended to skid too much when my feet got to 32. I did change to more tilt and rotation and was rewarded with too strong of a reaction. I’ll keep that in the back off my mind for another time. I see this ball as a step down from the Hammer Envy and maybe the top of my bag for daily use with my personal favorite, the Hammer Obsession Tour Pearl. Straighter players will see a sharper motion and I hope they move in and see what the Hammer 3D Offset Attack has to offer.
Hammer 3D Offset Attack Ball Comparison
| Brand | Ball | Feet | Focal Point | Set Down | Arrows | 42' | Hand Position | PAP 5-1/4" x 1/4"up | Result | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hammer | Raw Solid | 25 | 6 pin | 18 | 13 | 9 | R2 | 4-3/4" | 30* | X | |
| Hammer | 3-D Offset | 28 | 10 pin | 21 | 16 | 9 | R2 | 45* | 5" | 30* | X |
| Hammer | 3-D Offset Attack | 29.5 | 10 pin | 23 | 17 | 9 | R2 | 45* | 5" | 30* | X |
| Hammer | 3-D Offset Attack | 32 | 10 pin | 25 | 19 | 9 | R2 | 45* | 5" | 30* | X |
| Hammer | 3-D Offset Attack | 35 | Between 6/10 | 28 | 20 | 8 | R2 | 45* | 5" | 30* | X |
| Hammer | 3-D Offset Attack | 35 | Between 6/10 | 28 | 20 | 8 | R3 | 45* | 5" | 30* | X |
Starting position: Instep of the slide foot. • Focal point: Swing projection toward the pins. • Set Down: Ball contacts the lane. Hand Position: 1 = Stable, more roll. Usually starting hand position on fresh. 2= Fingers rotated to the left a bit for more length and angle down lane. 3= More hand rotation at set up. Provides my max clearance through the heads and most of the midlane and creates the biggest change of direction when the ball reads the most friction and what the cover allows. S=Solid, H=High, T=Trip, F=Flat L=Light C=Crossover.
I hope this Comparison helps give you a better understanding between both 3D Offsets. As always, what you bowl on and more importantly your skill set will determine your choice in equipment. You can always contact me with any questions or schedule a consultation session on your current equipment. For more information, please visit the Coaching & Services page on our website at www.filltheframes.com or you may call or text messages to (310) 784-1901. Thanks, be well & safe!
Juan Fonseca
Fill The Frames Bowling Services