I've stayed away from Big B for many years, but the core on the Melee series is exactly what I'm looking for, with the possible exception of my history with tall cores, which I perceive this line to have. They tend to lope for me and not rev quickly enough.
Looking for input... the closeout price is almost too attractive to pass up, but maybe I should go for the Hook instead?

Bottom line, for a low rev lefty on medium, would the Cross be a contender?

Thanks in advance

I just picked one up on closeout. I'm not a 'Big B' fan for many business reasons, but the price was too discounted to pass up.
 
The specs say this is an incredible benchmark ball. I like predicatable even rolling equipment, and this piece fits the bill. I'll be getting mine drilled up tomorrow.

It's not the best in the Melee line, but it's a very good benchmark ball. Even in box finish, should get down lane good (mine is pin down as well and doesn't check as early as I thought it would). Dull or shiny, it will have a good predictable move.

Brunswick has really made strides in the last few years with ball motion and this is a great example.

The Cross ranks underneath both the Jab and original for me, but it is still a really nice ball. I tend to like the Cross when I'm bowling on tougher patterns where control and predictability are the key. As such, I don't use it nearly as much on house shots as I do on the tough stuff. Still, it's a very nice, even, predictable piece. Personally, I think that you can make a fantastic arsenal just out of Melee-line balls.

this ball is very smooth off the spot. at the price point on closeout there is no way you should pass on this ball. i bought another after i threw for the first time. also drilled pin under. you wont be dissapointed