HAMMER'S SHARP BLADE CUTS THROUGH COMPETITION Wednesday, 11/05/2003 HOPKINSVILLE, Kent. You can't cut a steak with a dull knife and the same holds true for slicing through heavy oil patterns. The answer: Hammer's latest addition to the Blade arsenal of bowling balls, the Sharp Blade. "The entire Blade series is known for hair-raising hook," said Ed Gallagher, Hammer Bowling's product manager. "Hammer's new Sharp Blade delivers more razor-sharp, angular hook for the money." Sharp Blade consists of Hammer's Classic Core, the same core used in the Sling Blade, and Power Grip Particle veneer, the very same veneer on the Vicious Particle. This combination allows the Sharp Blade to read and react to friction on the lane sooner than previous Blade balls, making it an ideal selection on medium to heavy oil patterns. Bowlers looking for big back-ending motion at an attractive price point need look no further than Sharp Blade. Navy Blue/Green in color, Sharp Blade is now available through pro shops and distributors worldwide in 10 - 16 pounds.