Hammer Black Widow Legend
- - First Black Widow with hybrid coverstock
- - Big hook potential
- - Awesome movement on the backend
Hammer Black Widow Legend
Hammer is calling it what it is... a legend. The Black Widow Legend takes the proven history of the Black Widow line and turns it up a notch. This is the first ball in this line to use a hybrid coverstock. This ball is aggressive with it's polished cover and then combine it with popular Gas Mask core to provide awesome movement on the backend that carries through the pins. This bowling ball is Carbon Fiber Infused! Carbon fiber is one of the toughest materials on earth. Hammer decided to add this material to the inner core of this ball for added strength and durability allowing them to offer an incredible 3 year warranty.
- Color: Black/Red Pearl All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown.
- Reaction: Strong to mid-lane with massive backend
- Coverstock: NBT Hybrid
- Core: Gas Mask (includes Flex-Resin additive, Ceramix surface process, and Carbon-Fiber outer core)
- Finish: 500, 500, 500, 1000 Abralon with Power House Factory Finish @ 300 RPM Speed
- RG: 2.50**
- Differential: .058**
- ** RG and Diff are based off of 15 lb. balls
- Hook Potential: High
- Length: Medium
- Recommended Lane Condition: Medium-Heavy Oil
- FCC Rating: Total- 23.75, Finish- 7.25, Core- 8.75, Cover- 7.75
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 3 year
- A few tiny pit holes in the cover stock of the ball are normal
- SKU: HAM29744422
- Product ID: 8507
- Brand: Hammer
- Category: Bowling Balls
- Ball Performance: Upper Mid-Performance Balls
By Sweetpea Bowl from Worcester, MA
Shelf Appeal, Continuation, Hitting power, Strength Of Ball Motion, Versatility Of Drilling
Variety Of Volumes Of Oil, Variety Of Patterns, Benchmark Ball
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Arguably one of the best Hammers EVER!
The new Widow Legend by Hammer features the proven Gas Mask core found in the Taboo line as well as the original Widow series, now manufactured with the Carbon Fiber. The cover is a polished NBT Hybrid color in a black/red color. The new Widow Legend will be available to the public in August, 2014.
If you liked the Black Taboo, Black Widow, Vibe Jet Black, you will absolutely LOVE the Legend. Compared to similarly drilled Black Taboos, the Legend brings at least another 2-3 boards more backend with an even stronger, more defined break point than a Black Taboo. Once the ball begins its move to the pocket, the continuation through the backend and the pins is nothing short of amazing. Additionally, the hitting power of the Legend is second to none. Going through the pins, the Legend is arguably one of the loudest balls you will ever hear when it strikes. The ball simply hits that hard and carries that well.
To date, I have drilled 3 Legends. I drilled one with a 45x5x25 (weight hole on PAP), another with a 65x5x25 layout (no weight hole) and a final one with a 60x5x70 layout (weight hole 2" below PAP on VAL).While each one shows a different shape of ball motion (which indicates that this ball is very versatile and can be drilled to do many things), the things that remain consistent with each Legend was the ability of the ball to show/read with precision the breakpoint, the continuation of the ball through the pins, and the hitting power of the ball. On one of them, I have experimented with adding surface to the ball (2000 Abralon) to see if it would change the shape/continuation. Interestingly, the additional surface brought the breakpoint closer BUT it did NOT change the continuation/strength of motion off the spot.
In a nutshell, this ball can be drilled to do many things and will hit a variety of pattern lengths/volumes and will suit many styles of bowling. This has already been proven on the PBA Summer Swing where the ball made several shows on different patterns and in fact, won several times. The Legend will clearly be a huge star in Hammer's line of bowling equipment and in my mind, may be as big, if not a bigger seller, than the original Black Widow.
See your proshop in early August to order the Widow Legend by Hammer!
By ART from Jacksonville Florida
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Black Widow legend
I've been using storm products for a long timeFor the last 5 years my virtual energy been my bread and butter Alone with my hammer psycho. But this Black Widow legends put life in my bowling again.My first week of Bowling 747 out of the box No practice game.My second week at Bowl. a 279 and 256.I was going to buy the new storm ball that just came out but at the last minute I decided to buy the Black Widow legend And boy am I happy I did.Tonight's my third week of bowling with it and I'm just curious to see how many do.Great ball
By Hammerhead from phoenix AZ
Massive Backend, Hits Hard
Heavy Oil
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
awesome ball
Great ball for heavy oil and THS. Goes right through the mids and has a nasty, massive backend. Finishes hard with great carry.
By Dale from Las Vegas, NV
Like it alot, arrived on time, Works for me, Good ball
None that I have found
HAVE FUN, League Bowling
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
HAMMER does it again
I use this in my league bowling in two different Bowling lanes. Working in Both Lanes at this time. Glad I am back to the Black Widow series. Seems to work good with my bowling technique.
By Bill from Pahrump, NV
Smooth Constant, Control
Spairs, Strikes
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Hammer Black Widow Legend
After two weeks of learning the ball, I shot back to back 700's, 725 and 768. Had a 290 in the 768 series. Great ball and great reaction.
By Skataneric from Milwaukee, WI
Backend Hook, Hard Hitting, Heavy-med Oil
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Excellent Upgrade
-Stroker/Tweener style
-15-16 MPH with lower revs
-Finger Tipped
Recently upgraded my old ball to this one. I had been using a Hammer Raw Anger for the past 4 years and maintained a consistant 165 average. Lots of variation scoring week to week. Sometimes a 220 one game and then a 140 the next. I had to force a bigger hook with the Raw Anger by slowing down my throw (13~14MPH) and modifying my release (bigger wrist bend). It was either that or basically throw a straight ball due to me naturally wanting to throw faster. Lead to very erratic scoring.
So far I've thrown 10 games with this ball and have averaged about 180-190 consistantly. Very nice length with a strong backend hook. With the Widow Legend I can throw it naturally and get the same hook I was forcing with my old ball. If I slow it down it really grabs. I'm a single ball user so I've had to adjust and learn this ball for spares. A few more weeks and I'll have a much better feel with the ball. Great upgrade.
By jmat from east tn
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
great downlane reaction
gave this gero-stroker a ball reaction never had before!
By Matty Ice from Gainesville, VA
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
its a widow
Sharp looking ball. Love the backend snap. I have a 184 average and bowled a 238 my first game with it. Look forward to using it more
By Danielek from Valencia, Ca
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Danielek
Black widow legend hits like a truck. Flips and keeps driving through the pins.
By Gene from Central Florida
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Really hits like a Hammer
rolls long and very angular back end hits super hard
By Bill from Port Huron Michigan
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
i would buy this product again. Great Ball!
I used this ball in league plays, and it works well. lots of turn and mixes pins well.
By Chuck T from Fort Worth, TX
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Fine addition to a long line of Black Widows
Ball is great. I failed to have finger lifts installed by the pro shop. All my other balls do have them. I think that this great ball will be even better with this addition. I will have the pro shop install them.
By Gip from Houston
Yes I would
Everyday
By DWB from Cary, NC
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
So far, So good.
Just switched to finger tip bowling and only had two occasions to use the BW. Will update review once I have a better assessment.
By Pleased from Jacksonville, Florida
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Love it!
Very pleased with the performance of the ball. I bought it to use at a bowling lanes that uses too much oil and makes my standard used ball not hook at all. The Black Widow now solves that problem all my scores have returned.
By Steliosclark from Chicago Il
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I would buy this product again and again
Great ball
By Monstabowler from Greenbay wisconsin
Doesnt Bounce Off Pins, Amazing Hook
Bowl Slow Not For You, Dry Lanes Are Death
Heavy Oil Lanes
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Bites just like a widow and kills
This ball bites like a widow and kills the pin in an instant, the only problem is if you bowl this ball straight down the lane it will make you pay for that. You have to start at one of the last dots and aim for the middle arrow to get the best curve on medium to heavy oil conditions.
By Leelaa from Houston PA
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Great
I use it in league play and it handles great has improved my game.
By Billy the bulldog dozer from Lawrence,KS
Good for heavy oil, Plenty Of Backend, Predictable Break Point
None yet
Heavy Oil
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Love this ball
I started a league at a new bowling alley. I've bowled league for a little over 10 years but never at this particular place. Heavy oil pattern and my other hammers were not finishing in the backend. They would just skid along. I have the absolute curve as well as the cherry vibe and neither was getting it done. First game with this ball was a 203. Left a few ringing 10's. Series was 578. Not too bad for my first time throwing it. I feel pretty confident I can bowl a handful of 600's with this ball. Pretty forgiving if you miss your mark like I did a couple times. No splits *knock on wood*. Predictable breakpoint and very strong finish. Would have gave it 5 stars if it wasn't for leaving a solid 8 pin and 2 solid 7's on what we're really good shots.
By Bud from Tornado Alley
Heavy Oil
Can't think of any!
Knocking down pins!
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
WOW!!!!!
Wow, I've been looking for something to help me get to the next level. I am just a beginner, I started league play this past fall with a 159 ave, got a Hammer "Bad Intentions" and ave grew to 182. Our team placed 3rd in our league and qualified for the year end tournament with all leagues in house 1st-4th. I pulled the trigger and got the legend and rolled a couple games of practice just to see how it felt. First time i used it in play was the tournament with all the leagues top 4 teams. Well long story short, I nailed a 727 (1st ever 7), 236, 235 and 256. BTW we won the tournament! What a way to start out with the Black Widow Legend.
By Roy the Roller from San Antonio, TX
Great control on medium to heavy oil lanes
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Black Widows Legend Pearl is awesome
I've been using the ball for the passed 3 weeks in league and I've been getting used to the ball. I've gone from 145-almost 180 average after the first three weeks of league and I use my black widow as my primary and spare ball. I'm coming back after a 15 year bowling Hiatus. I love it! I also got one of my team mates to purchase the same ball.
By Steliosclark from Chicago,ill
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I bought 2,one for myself and 1 for my son.ill do it again.
Great ball!
By Cliff from Illinois
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Great ball
6-200 games out of first 12 games shot.
By docandrich. from plover,wi. 54467
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
this was an excellent choice.
hammer black widow legend, excellent ball.
By Jim from Raleigh, nc
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I would buy this product again.
League bowling
By Nate from Mi
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Great ball. I recommend this product to anyone.
Awesome ball. It does everything I wanted in a ball
By him from chicago
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
AMAZING
I love this ball, it's everything is more.
By Sgtbubba from Salt Lake City, Utah
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Yes
Great ball just have to get use to using I from a wheelchair
By Q from KS
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Ball doesn't hook much as I expected
Maybe I'm just throwing the ball wrong or drilled the ball wrong. Ball just doesn't hook much than I expected. I use it when lane is dried.
Question: will this ball have more of a snap in to the pocket or a continuos hook down the lane throwing low revs down and in
3/19/2016 - By alHave an answer to this question?
Answer: Hello! This ball will have more of a snap on the back end.
3/23/2016 - By Bowling.Com StaffQuestion: How is it on dry lanes
5/9/2016 - By hell catHave an answer to this question?
Answer: Thanks for the question! The recommended lane condition for the Hammer Black Widow Legend is medium-heavy oil.
5/10/2016 - By Bowling.Com StaffQuestion: Will this ball go long and then flip and drive into the pocket?
6/30/2016 - By TruckHave an answer to this question?
Answer: Great question! Yes, this ball is meant to go long and snap hard on the back end.
6/30/2016 - By Bowling.Com StaffQuestion: Any recommendations on getting it drilled. Right hand use
7/4/2016 - By Simpleman344Have an answer to this question?
Answer: Hello! That will depend a lot on what you want the ball to do and also on your particular measurements. That might be a better question to talk over with your driller.
7/5/2016 - By Bowling.Com StaffQuestion: Will this ball already have holes drilled into it?
7/8/2016 - By Kyle P.Have an answer to this question?
Answer: Hello Kyle! No, we would not drill this ball. You would need to take it to a pro shop to get it drilled.
7/11/2016 - By Bowling.Com StaffQuestion: Do you engrave any of your bowling balls?
7/10/2016 - By BeckHave an answer to this question?
Answer: Hello Beck! No, we do not engrave our bowling balls.
7/11/2016 - By Bowling.Com StaffQuestion: Is this ball recommended for left handed bowlers?
11/7/2016 - By JasonHave an answer to this question?
Answer: Hi Jason. If you need this ball for a left handed bowler, you will need to find out the correct specifications from your driller in order to have a left handed ball shipped out to you. Most of the time, left handed bowlers request the mass bias to the left of the center of gravity of the ball.
11/8/2016 - By Bowling.Com StaffQuestion: Do most of them not have the red that acsents the spider on the ball.
4/1/2017 - By SadsackHave an answer to this question?
Answer: Hello. All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown.
4/3/2017 - By Bowling.Com StaffQuestion: What is pin top weight
4/10/2017 - By storminHave an answer to this question?
Answer: A Pin can be out or in. A drilling term that is relative to a bowler's track designed purposely for creating more ball dynamics. A Pin-in ball (when the pin is located within two inches of the Center of Gravity) is excellent choice for control and less hook; a Pin-out ball usually can be made to hook more and flip more dramatically than pin-in balls; they often give the driller more options. The top weight is the drilling of a ball so that there is more weight above the label than there is below; it is considered a positive weight.
4/11/2017 - By Bowling.Com StaffQuestion: I'm a 195 a good bowler, throw a 15 year old brunswick swamp monster, not a very big hook. Will the black widow give me more backend hook? I leave a fear amount of 7 and 10 pins.
6/19/2017 - By DonHave an answer to this question?
Answer: This should be a great ball for you.
6/21/2017 - By Bowling.Com StaffQuestion: Is it a hybrid reactive
7/19/2017 - By GeneHave an answer to this question?