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Playmaker
« on: December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM »
# Coverstock: GB 10.7
# Color: Black/Purple/Silver Pearl All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown.
# Core: VII
# RG Rating (Actual): 16# - 2.45 15# -2.45 14# - 2.44
# Differential (Actual): 16# - .046 15# - .051 14# - .058
# Length: scale of 1-50 (Least to Most): 24
# Hook Potential: scale of 1-50 (Least to Most): 39
# Recommended Lane Condition: Medium to Heavy Oil

# Description: The Playmaker combines two of the most popular features of recent history, the core of the VII and the cover of The One... The Playmaker is a pearlized version of the Gamebreaker. The Playmaker will provide greater length out of the box vs. the Gamebreaker while still providing a strong mid-lane roll with backend continuation.
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Re: Playmaker
« Reply #16 on: April 26, 2009, 04:38:34 PM »
Sunday, April 26, 2009, 12:37 PM PST

Ebonite Playmaker - 15lbs

Pin to CG Distance - 3"

Topweight - 3 oz

Layout - Pin Over Ring Finger - CG slightly out

Ball Reaction - Skid/Flip

Comments:

I have to admit that I never got the opportunity to quite firgure this ball out all the way.  Unfortunately, it met an early end when it cracked all the way around within 3 months of purchase.  What I can say is that it was definitely a skid flip monster that got through the front part of the lane better than any low RG ball I've ever seen.  This ball was definitely going to be at home playing in the track area to deep inside angles and was not a ball that you would try to play up 5 with.  I tried to play out with it several times at difference surface finishes and it just didn't work.  Had most success with it deep inside.  In the end, I wish it wouldn't of cracked because I would've found a way to make it work and after it cracked, I decided to go another way with the replacement.

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Re: Playmaker
« Reply #17 on: May 05, 2009, 04:15:04 PM »
16 lbs
3 inch pin to CG
Pin located just below figure holes
4.25 ounces of top weight

I love the ball. Just shot 298 in Postal/Federal Tourney and it was one of the weirdest lane conditions. Lot of low scores for anyone with high revs like myself. The Playmaker gave me a good roll on the lane and finished great all weekend. On heavier oil it does get erratic tho. If you're pretty accurate at hitting you mark (which I'm not, I need area) you should be good on any lane condition with this ball. Pick one up if you like Ebonite. It's a definite must have.
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Re: Playmaker
« Reply #18 on: June 05, 2009, 01:18:55 AM »
very good carry. out the box , 237, 289 , 223. Tons of pin action , like no other ball i own. Very predictable ball.
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Re: Playmaker
« Reply #19 on: June 09, 2009, 07:53:58 PM »
1 week later and 20 games with this ball and I'm very pleased with this ball. I threw an 11 bagger twice , 2 750+ series and my lowest game has been a 212 . This ball hits harder for me than any of my other balls and seems to be hooking as it hits the pocket. this ball doesnt just roll out or flatten out. I do believe the way it was drilled is playing a role in my better performance. Im a novice on drilling and CG(whatever that means) and pin placement , blah blah blah. i just know the ball is comfortable on my hand and hits hard @ the pocket. Also i bowled those 20 games @ 3 different houses and having success.
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Re: Playmaker
« Reply #20 on: August 05, 2009, 09:17:05 AM »
This ball is proving to be my strongest ball , I finally got to roll on a Pro shot and a Chameleon pattern. Last week i was throwing My uprising SE , my Virual Energy and the Playmaker and I threw my 1st 300 with the Playmaker. the ball hits harder than every ball i own. I love this ball. If you are a stroker and like to play down and in , I highly reccomend this ball.
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Re: Playmaker
« Reply #21 on: December 07, 2009, 04:49:54 PM »
last week I purchased a new Playmaker and its proven to be the best ball Ive ever had . I had it drilled to go long with 1/4 inch thumb reverse pitch and  1/4 inch forward finger tip pitch. first 3 games 257 , 299 (9 pin grrrr), 217 . This ball hits harder than every bowl i have (VG,VE ,Evolve , Bedlam and Second Dimension) . I actually have video of the 300 i threw with my 1st Playmaker and video with this new one. ill upload it soon. Great Ball, great pin action , very predictable .
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Re: Playmaker
« Reply #22 on: January 01, 2010, 12:48:17 PM »
2 days ago , i threw another 300 , with my new playmaker . i played up 10 , breakpoint 5 and strong backend and great pin action . 789 series. It continues to go long and hit harder than any other ball  i have.
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Re: Playmaker
« Reply #23 on: July 30, 2010, 07:12:10 PM »
I have one of these myself and it's a great ball for the average house shot.   I had some success on the pro conditions but only the lighter one's.  The shark, chemileon, scorpion were trouble.  playing outside along the gutter was kinda alright but not to consistant on the back end.  the lighter patterns like the viper and the cheetah were great shot for the playmaker.  
Mine is drilled pin up with stacked in the palm, so it's pretty neutral.  I have most success on house shots that are medium light to medium heavy.  Sounds contradictory but it's the flatness on the pro heavy shot that hurt the reaction, and on heavy house shots most are lighter on the edges.  
I like this ball but it's not the best I've thrown.  Not too versital but I really haven't changed the factory cover much, I like the polished finish better and the shelf appeal.
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Re: Playmaker
« Reply #24 on: August 08, 2010, 12:24:24 AM »
I've owned this ball for about a year, and for that year it has been the first ball out of my bag where ever I go.My Playmaker is drilled pin over ring finger to maximize it's backend reaction. The Playmaker is easy to get through the first part of the lane,begins roll in the midlane, and has a strong ,but predictable motion on the backend with good continuation through the pins.I just purchased another Playmaker on Ebay to replace mine.(It's starting to show it's age,and the number of games on it.) If you can get your hands on one, I highly recommend this ball.
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