Product Description
The Hammer Fallout is a purpose‑built symmetric ball engineered to sit perfectly alongside the legendary Black Widow line, giving bowlers a cleaner, more controlled option when their biggest asymmetrics start reading too early. At its core is the new Aftermath symmetric core, a design that fuses the best traits of Hammer’s Gas Mask and Vibe cores to create a strong, stable motion with impressive continuation through the pins. Wrapped in HK22C² Solid Reactive—the same aggressive solid cover used on Zero Mercy Solid—Fallout delivers a unique blend of mid‑lane traction and predictable control.
Out of the box, Fallout features a 500/2000 Siaair Micro Pad finish on a Blue/Lime/Sky color scheme, giving the ball plenty of surface to grab in oil while still clearing the fronts better than many heavy‑oil solids. On the lane, Fallout reads the mid‑lane smoothly and shapes into a strong, continuous backend motion that provides more control than sharply angular asymmetrics, creating a longer hook window and more predictable shape downlane. With an RG of 2.520 and differential of 0.052 in 15 lb, this ball offers high flare potential and a powerful symmetric look that is ideal as a transition piece when you need to ball down from your strongest equipment but stay aggressive. Backed by Hammer’s two‑year warranty, Fallout is built for bowlers who aren’t afraid to take on heavier conditions and want a symmetric option that still hits like Hammer.
Color: Blue/Lime/Sky Blue *Please note that colors may slightly vary from image shown
Coverstock: HK22C² Solid Reactive
Weight Block: Aftermath Symmetric Core
Factory Finish: 500, 2000 Siaair Micro Pad
Flare Potential: 5-6" (High)
Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.520 (15 lbs)
Differential (Diff): 0.052 (15 lbs)
Intermediate Differential (Mass Bias): 0.000 (15 lbs)
| Weight | RG | Diff. | Interm. Diff. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 2.527 | 0.045 | 0.000 |
| 15 | 2.520 | 0.052 | 0.000 |
| 14 | 2.545 | 0.052 | 0.000 |
| 13 | 2.585 | 0.040 | 0.000 |
| 12 | 2.608 | 0.040 | 0.000 |
Hammer Fallout Bowling Ball FAQ
Q: Who is the Hammer Fallout designed for?
A: Fallout is built for league and tournament bowlers who need a strong symmetric ball to bridge the gap between big asymmetrics like Zero Mercy Solid or Black Widow and cleaner benchmark pieces, offering traction and control on medium to heavy oil.
Q: How does Fallout compare to the Black Widow line?
A: Black Widow balls (with Gas Mask core) tend to be more angular and aggressive, while Fallout’s Aftermath symmetric core and HK22C² solid cover provide a smoother mid‑lane and longer, more controlled hook window, making it a perfect step‑down or complement when Widows start to hook too early.
Q: What ball motion should I expect from Fallout?
A: Expect a dull solid that surprisingly clears the fronts well, reads the mid‑lane smoothly, and then drives with a strong, continuous backend motion—more overall hook than many symmetric solids, but with far more control than sharply angular asymmetrics.
Q: What lane conditions does Fallout handle best?
A: Hammer recommends Fallout for medium to heavy oil, making it an excellent option on fresh house shots with volume and on tougher patterns where you need both traction and predictability.
Q: What are the RG and differential numbers for Fallout?
A: In 15 lb, Fallout’s RG is 2.520 and differential is 0.052, providing high flare potential and a strong symmetric look that still feels controllable.
Q: What are the RG and differential numbers?
A: The listed specs for 15 lb are RG 2.478, differential 0.037, and no intermediate differential, providing medium flare potential and a controllable symmetric motion.
Q: Where does Fallout fit in my arsenal?
A: Fallout fits as a strong symmetric solid—ideal as a first ball out of the bag on medium‑heavy conditions or a step down from your strongest asymmetrics when you need to stay in the same part of the lane with more control.
Q: Is Fallout suitable for a wide range of styles?
A: Yes. Reviews note that the ball offers incredible shape and powerful finish while remaining consistent and reliable, making it a good choice for both high‑rev and lower‑rev bowlers who want confidence on heavier conditions.
Q: Does this ball come with a warranty?
A: Yes, Fallout features a two‑year limited warranty from the date of purchase.
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Symmetrical Core Monster…The Hammer Fallout!!!!
Hammer continues to redefine the sport of bowling but releasing the most versatile and dynamic balls on the market to date. The new Hammer Fallout does not disappoint and fits this analogy to the letter! I have thrown many symmetrical bowling balls throughout my career, but the new Hammer Fallout is just way different than any other symmetrical piece I have thrown. The new Hammer Fallout features a brand-new medium RG/high diff symmetric core wrapped by the same cover used in the Zero Mercy Solid, with the HK-22 C2 additive added to the coverstock. So, in essence, you are getting a symmetrical ball that rolls and hits like an asymmetrical ball. The layout I put into this ball is 45x5x30. This layout was chosen specifically to be used on tournament conditions whereas the oil is very long, flat or has excessive volume, and it does not disappoint. The cover on this ball makes it incredibly versatile on multiple lane conditions for all levels of bowlers. I recommend this ball for house shots with lane conditions which are medium to medium-heavy oil. This ball is unique, powerful, yet fits nicely to any bowler’s bag. The new Hammer Fallout is now available in your local pro shop!
