First Impressions
The Hammer Web M.B. stands out with an attractive dark blue-violet look with glitter effects and combines asymmetric core technology with the proven Web line for the first time. At its heart is the Spheroid Asymmetrical Core, an elongated version of the familiar Spheroid core from the Web, Web Pearl and Rhodman Pearl. The specs for 15 pounds show a 2.480 RG, a 0.048 differential and a 0.018 asymmetric differential. The cover is the new Semtex NE Pearl coverstock, finished out of the box at 500/1000 SiaAir with Crown Factory Compound.
Comparison
Head to head, the Web M.B. positions itself as the perfect complement between the Hammer Black Widow 2.0 and the Hammer Web Tour Hybrid. Compared to the Black Widow 2.0, it offers a stronger change of direction at the breakpoint despite covering fewer boards overall. Compared to the Web Tour Hybrid, it shows about 3 feet more length and 3-4 boards more backend motion. The Semtex NE Pearl surface makes it more angular than its predecessors, while the polished factory finish allows more length than the Black Widow 2.0.
On the Lanes
The Web M.B. is ideally suited to medium oil length and oil volume, but it also performs well on typical house shots. Its strength lies in the clean motion through the heads, storing energy for a strong backend move and exceptional hitting power. It works as the perfect transition ball when solid or hybrid balls react too early, offering the ability to skid through the heads and the transition while still providing a strong backend reaction. The impressively strong backend motion for a mid-performance ball makes it especially interesting if you prefer a skid/flip reaction. Both high rev rate players and those with lower revs will find a reliable partner in this ball.