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mw11x300

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For those of you with experience with the Rico Layout
« on: October 10, 2007, 06:40:55 AM »
I have read all the info on this layout and have used it for a customer on a Vendetta 44 Mag, which created a very nice smooth reaction.  My question is, I'm looking to do the layout for myself and am considering some ball possibilities that would make most use of the layout.  I am thinking a particle pearl symmetric ball, possibly a Black Pearl from Legends or a Double Agent from Storm.  I'm really looking for the smoothest reaction possible any thoughts???
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Re: For those of you with experience with the Rico Layout
« Reply #1 on: October 10, 2007, 03:05:39 PM »
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I have read all the info on this layout and have used it for a customer on a Vendetta 44 Mag, which created a very nice smooth reaction.  My question is, I'm looking to do the layout for myself and am considering some ball possibilities that would make most use of the layout.  I am thinking a particle pearl symmetric ball, possibly a Black Pearl from Legends or a Double Agent from Storm.  I'm really looking for the smoothest reaction possible any thoughts???
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JohnP

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Re: For those of you with experience with the Rico Layout
« Reply #2 on: October 10, 2007, 04:44:26 PM »
I would suggest a solid resin ball of your choice, sanded to circa 800 grip.  When you're looking for a smooth reaction avoid anything that tends toward skid flip, such as pearl or polish.  --  JohnP
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Re: For those of you with experience with the Rico Layout
« Reply #3 on: October 10, 2007, 05:00:35 PM »
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I would suggest a solid resin ball of your choice, sanded to circa 800 grip.  When you're looking for a smooth reaction avoid anything that tends toward skid flip, such as pearl or polish.  --  JohnP


I agree! I have a solid resin drilled rico & it is finished to 1000 grit abralon. It gives me a very smooth controllable roll. For my style it is not great on anything heavier than med, med light condition. I did polish it once to see what kind of reaction I would get, & going thru oil into dry boards I got a little skid flip reaction. If you're looking for smooth, I would go with what JohnP said.
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Crankenstein300

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Re: For those of you with experience with the Rico Layout
« Reply #4 on: October 10, 2007, 11:32:47 PM »
I have seen good luck with a box finish Special Agent drilled pin in palm like that. However, I have also seen just as good of results with pearlized reactives. I have a Zone Classic drilled like this and I am amazed of how strong and rolly it is for a pearl. Not a ball for a THS but it's a monster on sport type and PBA patterns.
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