quote:The spec sheet says that the box finish is "4000-grit micro pad," but from what I've heard, the actual factory surface treatment is 500 smooth and then 4000.I think mine came smoother than most, because one of the Product Specialists was surprised when I told him I couldn't see the cut lines when I took the ball out of the box. I'm still very happy with the performance of the ball, though. --------------------Ray SalasBrunswick Amateur Staffhttp://www.brunswickbowling.com