Hammer Raw Hammer Solid Black Bowling Ball
SKU: RAW-HAM-BLA
Categories: Bowling Ball Archives, Hammer Bowling Ball Archives
Tags: .038 Diff, 2.53 RG, Bowling Balls, Reactive
What should I know about the Raw Hammer Solid?
Higher-RG symmetric Raw Hammer Core for a smooth, controllable roll
Juiced Solid Reactive cover at a 3000-grit finish for clean, even traction
An affordable, forgiving benchmark for medium oil
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Description
An Affordable, Controllable Benchmark for Medium Oil
About the Raw Hammer Solid
The Hammer Raw Hammer Solid is the no-frills, value-priced benchmark of the Raw Hammer line. It pairs the symmetric Raw Hammer Core with the solid Juiced coverstock, delivering a smooth, controllable read on medium oil at an approachable price. It is an ideal first reactive ball and a dependable, easy-to-control piece for any bag.
The Raw Hammer Solid keeps reaction simple and readable. The higher-RG symmetric core rolls smooth and even, while the Juiced Solid cover provides clean traction without overreacting. The result is a forgiving, predictable ball that helps newer and developing bowlers learn the lane, and gives any bowler a steady benchmark for medium oil, all at a value price.
Understanding the Hammer Raw Hammer Core and Hammer Juiced Solid Reactive
Hammer built the Raw Hammer Solid as an affordable, controllable benchmark for medium oil. Specifically, the symmetric Raw Hammer Core posts a higher 2.537 RG and a .038 differential, numbers that produce length with a smooth, controllable roll, while the Juiced Solid cover at a 3000-grit finish reads the lane cleanly. As a result, it gives you a predictable, forgiving motion on medium oil. The per-weight specifications are listed below.
A Higher-RG Symmetric Core for Smooth, Controllable Motion
At the heart of the Raw Hammer Solid is the symmetric Raw Hammer Core. At 15 lb it measures a higher 2.537 RG and a .038 differential, numbers that produce length with a smooth, controllable roll. The higher RG gets the ball down the lane before it reads, and the symmetric design keeps the motion predictable, exactly what makes the Raw Hammer such an easy ball to control.
That forgiving, on-line reaction is the Raw Hammer Solid’s strength. It reads the lane the same way shot after shot, so newer and developing bowlers can learn how the lane plays, and experienced bowlers get a dependable, affordable benchmark for medium oil.
A Solid Reactive Cover for Clean, Controllable Traction
The Raw Hammer Solid wraps that core in Hammer’s Juiced Solid Reactive coverstock at a 3000-grit finish. The solid cover provides clean, controllable traction, so the ball reads the midlane on medium oil and makes a smooth, continuous move without overreacting at the breakpoint.
That controllable read is what makes the Raw Hammer Solid such a versatile value piece. Leave it at the 3000-grit box finish for medium oil, take the surface lower for more traction on heavier volume, or polish it up for more length when the lanes dry. Have surface changes done at your pro shop for an even, consistent finish.
Raw Hammer Solid Specs
| Weight | Radius of Gyration (RG) | Differential |
|---|---|---|
| 16 lbs | 2.543 | .033 |
| 15 lbs | 2.537 | .038 |
| 14 lbs | 2.554 | .038 |
| 13 lbs | 2.585 | .040 |
| 12 lbs | 2.608 | .040 |
| 11 lbs | 2.769 | .002 |
| 10 lbs | 2.800 | .002 |
RG and differential vary by weight. Specifications provided by the manufacturer.
Who This Ball Is Right For
✓Newer and Developing Bowlers: A forgiving, controllable first reactive ball that helps you read the lane and build your game
✓Control Players: A smooth, predictable symmetric motion for medium oil with manageable flare
✓League Bowlers: A dependable, affordable benchmark that handles medium oil and adjusts with a quick surface change
✓Arsenal Builders: The value benchmark of the bag, paired with the cleaner Raw Hammer pearl colorways
Good to Know Before You Buy
·Ships at a clean box finish: The 3000 Grit finish is a smooth, sanded surface that still gets down the lane. Take it lower for an earlier read on heavier oil, or polish it up for more length.
·Sold undrilled: Ships without finger holes, so it can be fitted to your hand and span.
BowlersMart Tips: Where the Raw Hammer Solid Fits in Your Hammer Arsenal
Where It Fits in Your Arsenal
In the Hammer lineup, the Raw Hammer Solid is the affordable, controllable benchmark of the Raw Hammer line. It is a great first reactive ball or a steady control piece on medium oil. Move to the Raw Hammer Hybrid or Pearl colorways for more length, or step up to a Vibe or high-performance ball when the oil gets heavier.
Surface Adjustments
The 3000-grit finish gives the Raw Hammer Solid its controllable medium-oil read. Take the surface lower for more traction on heavier oil, or polish it up for more length when the lanes dry. Have surface changes done at your pro shop for an even, consistent finish.
Coverstock Care
Wipe the Juiced cover with an approved reactive ball cleaner after every session, and deep clean it periodically. Keeping the cover fresh preserves the smooth, predictable read that makes the Raw Hammer Solid such a dependable value benchmark.
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Shop With Confidence at BowlersMart
The Hammer Raw Hammer Solid Bowling Ball ships free with no minimum purchase and is backed by our 60-day return policy. As an authorized Hammer dealer, every ball is genuine and covered by the full one-year Hammer warranty. Place your order before 2 PM EST and it ships the same day.
Additional information
| Weight | 15 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 9 × 9 × 9 in |
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| Radius of Gyration: RG (15LB) | |
| Differential: Diff (15LB) | |
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| Ball Performance Level | Entry Level Novice Bowling Balls, Hammer Lower Mid Performance Bowling Balls |
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WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, Phthalates, and/or other chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.








