PRODUCT CATALOG 2013 - 2014
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thirty years of innovation
THE CHOICE OF CHAMPIONS
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thirty years of innovation
Celebrating its thirtieth year in business, Northern California based Exactacator, Inc., manufacturer of VISE products, has been a recognized leader in the bowling industry. Established in 1983, Exactacator, Inc. has been making the highest quality bowling equipment available. Every finger insert, thumb slug and bowling accessory we make contains the finest quality materials and is skillfully crafted with a demand for perfection. As the world’s largest bowling insert manufacturer, Exactacator, Inc. remains the premier company for today’s best bowling equipment. Exactacator, Inc. strives to provide total value by manufacturing quality products and offering personalized services to maintain our standing as a leader in the global bowling industry. All the innovative technologies and new materials for all our products result in outstanding performance that is quantifiable. We believe that our customers are our primary assets. We have always put ourselves in our customer’s shoes to achieve complete customer satisfaction. The real value of Exactacator, Inc. is in our customer-oriented mindset in every business concern. Ask our knowledgable and professional sales representatives for more details about our products. We will be happy to make the process of purchasing VISE products simple and efficient each and every time. Sincerely,
Jim Nesbitt John Nakashima Chairman & CEO President
Exactacator, Inc. established
1983
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vise inserts
VISE silicone grips were introduced, due to bowlers pulling small muscles in their hand with sticky grips. The silicone made for a clean release and induced more roll which was needed at the time.
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1983 - 2013
Half sizes were developed to create the 2-sided grips created
perfect fit
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THE CHOICE OF CHAMPIONS
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THIRTY YEARS OF INNOVATION
VISE released the industry’s first 3-ball tote roller
2006
Interchangeable Thumb designed
2009
VISE Vacuum System was developed to help promote clean, healthy and dust-free environments for shop operators. The VVS also helped to reduce noise in the pro shops.
2012
Interchangeable Finger designed
2013
30 years of innovation
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interchangeable Finger • new 2013 Interchangeable Finger is the newest innovation by VISE Inserts. This is ideal for bowlers whose fingers constantly swell and shrink. The grip’s unique design features locking tabs that simply pop in and out of the ball with no glue required! They’re so easy to use, you can even change grips during a bowling competition. The VISE Interchangeable Finger is available in sizes 2-9, including half sizes. Available in Black* only.
IF STARTER KIT CONTENTS:
— 2013 — interchangeable finger was created
• 120 Grips • Display Unit • Router Bit & Drill Adapter • Needle Nose Pliers • Instruction Sheet
Learn more – Watch our video! *Other colors coming soon – Call for availability!
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INTERCHANGEABLE finger
interchangeable thumb Interchangeable Thumb is a process done with any VISE Easy Thumb Slug*! Remove and interchange thumb slugs from one ball to another for the same fit and feel on every shot! • Can be used with - 1-1/8” Slug - 1-1/4” Slug - 1-3/8” Slug - 1-1/2” Slug • Easy for Pro Shops to Install • No Tools Required to Remove • USBC and PBA Approved • VISE 100% Guarantee • No Tabs to Break te r changea
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INTERCHANGEABLE THUMB
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TEST DRIVE IT Cut Demo Ball Usage By 66% — with VISE IT 1-1/2” slugs, Drill 1 ball & Get 3 spans!
“Do-It-Yourself” Kit also available
The following is calculated with a 15/16” Thumb & 3/4” Finger Inserts:
“TEST DRIVE IT” T-SHIRT Great for Marketing the IT & “Test Drive IT” (S-3XL)
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Test drive it
FERRARI BALL JIG Pre-drill VISE slugs for bowlers who travel and do not use molded slugs or ITs The safest, fastest, easiest and most reliable way to drill an oval in an IT slug
Learn more – Watch our video!
The ability to oval in 2-1/2 degree increments No more oval calculations
45 degree left handed oval
45 degree right handed oval
Ferrari Ball Jig
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FINGER INSERTS • ULTIMATE COMBINATIONS 3 reversable insert styles to fit your game. All 3 varieties are available in half sizes.
POWER LIFT & OVAL
POWER LIFT & SEMI
OVAL & POWER LIFT OVAL
23 DIFFERENT SIZES AVAILABLE
COLORS: • Yellow, White, Black, Clear, Neon, Green, Orange, Blue, Purple, Pink, Red & Grape*
0 = 9/16 0.5 37/64 = 1 19/32 = 1.5 39/64 = 2 5/8 = 2.5 41/64 = 3 21/32 = 3.5 43/64 = 4 11/16 = 4.5 45/64 = 5 23/32 = 5.5 47/64 = MADE IN THE U.S.A.
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finger inserts
6 = 6.5 = 7 = 7.5 = 8 = 8.5 = 9 = 9.5 = 10 = 10.5 = 11 =
3/4 49/64 25/32 51/64 13/16 53/64 27/32 55/64 7/8 57/64 29/32
*Grape - Only available in P/O & O/N
VINYL THUMB SLUGS Soft & Easy to Carve DRILL SIZE: • 1-1/8”, 1-1/4” & 1-3/8” COLORS: • Yellow, White, Pink, Green, Orange, Blue, Purple, Red & Black LENGTH: 2-5/8”
HARDNESS: 45
INTRODUCED IN 1997
“EASY” 100% URETHANE THUMB SLUGS Easy to Carve; Leaves a Quick, Clean Release DRILL SIZE: • 1-1/8”, 1-1/4”, 1-3/8” & 1-1/2” COLORS: • Yellow, White, Black, Neon, Green, Orange, Blue, Purple, Pink, Red, Grape & Clear* LENGTH: 2-5/8”
*Clear - Not available in 1-1/2”
HARDNESS: 75
INTRODUCED IN 1995
DUAL“EASY” 100% URETHANE THUMB SLUGS Easy to Carve; Leaves a Quick, Clean Release DRILL SIZE: • 1-1/8”, 1-1/4” & 1-3/8” COLORS: • White/Black, Green/Orange, Yellow/Grape, Neon/Red & Pink/Blue LENGTH: 2-5/8”
HARDNESS: 75
INTRODUCED IN 2010
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VISUAL INVENTORY SYSTEM EQUIPMENT V.I.S.E. 2x3 display FINGER INSERTS • 72 Tubes (468 Total) THUMB SLUGS • 15 Tubes (180 Total) COLORS • 3 with 23 Sizes / 6 with 12 Sizes DIMENSIONS • 24.5” W x 37” H x 4” D
V.I.S.E. standard display FINGER INSERTS • Holds up to 2,700 Grips THUMB SLUGS • Holds up to 248 Slugs COLORS • 6 with ALL Sizes Easily customizable to fit the dimensions of your pro shop!
DIMENSIONS • 50.625” W x 31” H x 7.5” D
— 2000 — the visual inventory system equipment (v.i.s.e.) was created AFTER the introduction of 1/2 sizes, pro shop owners WERE faced WITH the nearly impossible task of keeping track of their inventory. vise immediately recognized the need and has since spent the last 13 years customizing EFFICIENT organizing systems for pro shops.
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v.i.s.e.
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Vise Vacuum System The beauty of this system is that dirt never reaches the vacuum. It allows your vacuum to run at maximum efficiency all the time. Learn more – Watch our video!
The high capacity Catch Can and custom bag design reduces the frequency of having to empty your vacuum. PVC pipe design allows for multiple vacuum lines throughout your shop, allowing you to vacuum from any work station in your pro shop at any time. Specially designed VVS accessories, including the Ventilation Hood and Drill Shield, help to minimize airborne dust when bevel sanding or drilling a ball.
CLEANER
“IT DOESN’T GET ANY BETTER!”
CALL NOW AND ASK ABOUT GETTING A CUSTOMIZED VVS FOR YOUR PRO SHOP!
“the Girls of vise” poster
V.V.S. / Poster
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PROFORMANCE TAPES
HADA PATCH 1 (BLUE)
HADA PATCH 2 (RED)
• Applies to the back of your thumb • Gives you a clean and consistent release • Sweat-resistant
HADA PATCH 4 (GRAY)
• Four different styles • Prevents calluses and thumb injuries • Feels better than your own skin
QUICKEST RELEASE >>
>> SLOWEST RELEASE
SILKY/SMOOTH >>
>> COARSE/TEXTURED
V-25
TT-25
HADA PATCH
• Each tape is sweat-resistant and prevents calluses, and finger and thumb injuries!
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HADA PATCH 3 (AQUA)
tape
BIO SKIN PRO
NT-50Y
BIO SKIN ULTRA
• Display Measurements: 38” W x 38.85” H x 9.5” D
FITTING TAPES • Individual pre-cut strips that are quick and easy to use. • Designed to customize your thumb and finger hole to give you the perfect fit. • Excellent texture, great adherence, easily removable and leaves no residue. • White (Textured) Tape Available in: - 1” - 30 count packages - 3/4” - 32 count packages - 1/2” - 42 count packages - 1,000 piece rolls • Black (Smooth) Tape Available in: - 1” - 30 count packages - 3/4” - 32 count packages - 1,000 piece rolls
PROFORMANCE SCISSORS Custom cut tape for a perfect fit!
PRO SHOPS CAN RECEIVE A FREE WALL DISPLAY AND BAGGIES FOR THE TAPE. CALL FOR DETAILS.
TA-SERIES TAPES Having the perfect amount of grip in the thumb hole is essential for a good release. It makes the ball feel lighter, helps create more ball speed, frees up the correct throwing position and adds revolutions! Find the VISE TA-1 and TA-2 Series Thumb Hole Tapes that work the best for you and Get A Grip on your game!
MORE GRIP >>
TA - 1 SERIES THUMB HOLE TAPES • TA-1c is a thin Teflon tape with a very slippery property designed to eliminate sticking spots. • TA-1d is made of thick plastic foam urethane designed to adjust the thumb hole size. • Apply the TA-1 Series Tapes in the thumb hole on the nail side of the thumb hole.
>> LESS GRIP
TA - 2 SERIES THUMB HOLE TAPES • Five different varieties of tape allow every bowler to get the perfect amount of grip for their game. • Apply the TA-2 Series Tapes in the thumb hole on the underside of the thumb hole.
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FINGER INSERTS
THUMB INSERTS
ONE-SIDED OVAL & POWERLIFT INSERTS Available in 9 colors: Yellow, White, Black, Green, Orange, Blue, Purple, Pink & Red
ADJUSTABLE THUMB
EXACTACATED THUMB
Available in 8 sizes
Make thumb inserts that duplicate your favorite thumb hole
ULTIMATE VINYL THUMB INSERTS
PRO V2 THUMB INSERTS
SILICONE INSERTS Six different varieties: Round w/ Nubs, Oval w/ Nubs, Power Lift, Smooth Oval, Ultimate Grip & Semi Grip
Available in Black & White Sizes 51/64” thru 1-7/64” Round & Oval
URETHANE FINGER SLUGS Available in all colors except Clear Sizes 31/32”, 1-1/8”, 1-1/4”
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finger / THUMB inserts
Available in Black & White The most popular “Box Oval” shape made with a vinyl material preferred by Pro Shops ANGLE RIGHT For precise installations
TOOLS & ACCESSORIES
BALL POLISHES & CLEANERS
ENGRAVING FILLER
• Extreme Dull Ball Polish • Extreme Shine Ball Polish • Extreme Clean Ball Cleaner
Available in Yellow, White, Black, Green, Orange, Blue, Purple, Pink & Red
INSTA-CURE BLUE
PRO’S CHOICE BALL PLUG
RAPID CURE BALL PLUG
• 1/2 oz. Dries in 1-3 sec.
“All the properties professionals like you have been asking for!”
“A ball plug that can do it all!” • Resin • Hardener
INSTA-CURE PURPLE • 1/2 oz. Dries in 5-15 sec.
INSTA-SET ACCELERATOR • 2 oz. Spray & 8 oz. Refill
TEFLON TUBING TIP • For precise gluing
EXTRA FINE EXTENDER TIPS
• Similar drilling properties to today’s ball • High resistance to chipping & cracking • No pinholes due to trapped air • Easy to carve with a great finish • Long shelf life • Virtually NO color change
Visit our YouTube channel for product information & tutorials: www.youtube.com/exactacator
RAPID CURE COLOR KIT • Comes with Yellow, White, Black, Green, Orange, Blue, Purple, Pink, Red & Pearl Paste
• For precise gluing
FITTING TOOLS
JAYHAWK FITTING BALL All 3 varieties of VISE Ultimate Combination finger inserts can be mounted in the Jayhawk Fitting Ball
ULTIMATE COMBINATION FITTING TOOL Available in all 3 varieties of VISE Ultimate Combination finger inserts with 23 sizes
THUMB INSERT FITTING TOOL Thumb inserts not included
THUMB INSERT RACK
VACU FITTING TOOL
Holds all 21 sizes
Available in all 3 varieties of VISE Ultimate Combination finger inserts with sizes 0-8
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BOWLING ACCESSORIES
VISE SUPER CLOTH
VISE WOW!
Available in Black, Red & Navy
Available in Red, Yellow, Blue & Green
VISE TOWEL
DELUXE SHOE/BALL BAG
Available in Black & Blue
Available in Black
VISE TAPING KNIFE
VISE NON-SLIP POWDER
Available in Red, Orange, Yellow, Green & White
Comes in a Black Bag
12 sq. in.
6 sq. in.
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6 sq. in.
6 sq. in.
VISE SHOP APRON
VISE & IT PATCHES
Available in Black, Dark Green & Navy
Available in Black (6 sq. in. / 12 sq. in.)
VISE BAG TAGS
FRANKIE MAY GRIP REMOVER
Available in Black
Available in Black
accessories
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HELLBENT GLOVE
WRIST SUPPORTS
Extra tacky for max revs Available for Right & Left Hand
Adjustable forward wrist-cup positions and lateral adjustments allow you to alter your hand positions to change the amount of roll, axis tilt, and revolutions you put on the ball! V1
Available in Black/Red & Black/White (S-XL)
V2
V3
Available in Charcoal & Pewter (S-XL) Available for Right & Left* Hand
* Left Handed V3 Wrist Support not available
BACK-A-LINE BACK SUPPORT The Best Back Support Ever Made! The Back-A-Line Patented Lumbar Pad has proven to: • Reduce back injuries • Significantly lower back pain • Stimulate and strengthen back muscles
Available in Black (S-XL)
“I was forced to quit bowling due to back problems. Thanks to the VISE Back-A-Line I am back in the game!” – John Nakashima, President, Exactacator, Inc. - VISE
BOWLING BOOKS
TRUE BOWLER ADJUSTMENTS By Gary L. Oatis
THE PRO APPROACH By Larry Mathews
BOWLING HOW TO MASTER THE GAME By Parker Bohn III
(Photo courtesy of PBA, LLC.)
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VACU IS A PROCESS DONE WITH ANY OF OUR ULTIMATE COMBINATIONS • A comfortable secure fit • Allows for swelling • Makes the ball feel lighter! • Creates more ball speed! • Adds revolutions • The cleanest release ever!
OVAL WITH “NUBS” GRAPE INSERTS 11 DIFFERENT INSERTS, 22 DIFFERENT SIZES 37/64 & 19/32 39/64 & 5/8 41/64 & 21/32 43/64 & 11/16
45/64 & 23/32 47/64 & 3/4 49/64 & 25/32 51/64 & 13/16
53/64 & 27/32 55/64 & 7/8 57/64 & 29/32
— 2007 — when pro sports dropped product registration, we designed this grip for ryan shafer: “without this type of grip, my career is over.” (Photo courtesy of PBA, LLC.)
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vacu / oval “nubs”
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2-BALL “CLEAR TOP” TOTE
2-BALL “CLEAR TOP” TOTE PLUS
2-BALL “CLEAR TOP” TOTE & TOTE PLUS • “THE HIGHEST QUALITY TOTE BAGS IN THE INDUSTRY!” • See-thru “Clear Top” VISE design • 1680 denier matt (nylon) heavy duty fabric • Every bag tested to withstand over 200 lbs of force • Zippered pocket for custom embroidery • Dual adjustable, detachable, padded shoulder strap • Heavy duty zippers • Reinforced stitching • Five-year limited warranty
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3-BALL “CLEAR TOP” TOTE ROLLER
NEW color 2013!
3-BALL “CLEAR TOP” TOTE ROLLER • “THE PERFECT TOURNAMENT BAG!” • See-thru “Clear Top” VISE design • 1680 denier matt (nylon) heavy duty fabric • Adjustable handle • Zippered pocket for custom embroidery • Dual adjustable, detachable, padded shoulder strap • Heavy duty zippers • Reinforced stitching • Five-year limited warranty
1-BALL TOTE
SEESAWS MICROFIBER SEESAWS Available in Black, Red & Blue
ORIGINAL SEESAWS 1-BALL TOTE • “THE HIGHEST QUALITY 1-BALL BAG EVER MADE!” • 1680 denier matt (nylon) heavy duty fabric • Adjustable/Detachable padded shoulder strap • Extremely durable zoom zippers • Padded ball cup • Separate shoe compartment (holds up to Size 12 shoe) • Five-year limited warranty
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bowling bags
Available in Black, Red & Navy
2-BALL “CLEAR TOP” TOTE ROLLER
— 2002 — the first vise 2-ball roller was released
2-BALL “CLEAR TOP” TOTE ROLLER • “THE ULTIMATE LOCKER BAG!” • See-thru “Clear Top” VISE design • 1680 denier matt (nylon) heavy duty fabric • Adjustable handle • Zippered pocket for custom embroidery • Dual adjustable, detachable, padded shoulder strap • Heavy duty zippers • Reinforced stitching • Five-year limited warranty
ACCESSORY BAGS
VISE ACCESSORY BAG Available in Black, Red, Blue & Purple
(Photo courtesy of PBA, LLC.)
IT ACCESSORY BAG / DELUXE ACCESSORY BAG
IT SMALL ACCESSORY BAG
Available in Black
Available in Black
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POLYMESH POLOS • MEN’S & WOMEN’S
100% Polyester Double Mesh – 3.5 oz. Moisture-Wicking Double-Needle Stitched Sleeves & Bottom Hem Available in: Red, Black, Navy, Royal Blue, Maroon, Gold, Charcoal & Light Blue
MEN (XS - 4XL)
WOMEN (S - 2XL)
POLYTEAM POLOS • MEN’S & WOMEN’S
100% Polyester micro-piqué – 3.8 oz. (UPF 15) Moisture-wicking & Snag-Resistant Contrast Blocking along body side & partial collar Available in: Red, Black, Navy, Royal Blue, Dark Green, Kelly Green, Maroon, Gold & Purple
MEN (XS - 4XL)
WOMEN (S - 2XL)
POLYTECH POLOS • MEN’S & WOMEN’S
100% Polyester – 4.0 oz. (UPF 50) Moisture-wicking, Cooling & Odor-preventing Available in: Red, Black, Navy, White, Royal Blue, Dark Green, Maroon, Gold, Orange, Charcoal & Light Blue MEN (XS - 6XL)
WOMEN (S - 2XL)
POLYTECH TEES • MEN’S 1983
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100% Polyester – 4.2 oz. (UPF 30-40) Moisture-wicking & Odor-preventing Available in: Red, Black, Navy, White, Royal Blue, Dark Green, Maroon & Orange
MEN (S - 4XL)
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apparel
Call 800.323.0039 and ask about our selection of “30 Years of Innovation” commemorative apparel
PROFORMANCE MOCK • MEN’S
LIMITED STOCK! Call for Availability (S-4XL)
100% Polyester Piqué Mock Turtleneck Moisture-Wicking & Anti-Microbial Finish Available in: Red, Black, Navy, White, Sage, Charcoal & Light Blue
MEN (S - 3XL)
PBA LIGHTWEIGHT JACKET Available in Black/Stone, Navy/Stone & Stone/Navy
SHIRTS & JACKETS
(BACK)
(FRONT)
BOWLINGDISPLAYS.COM
VISE SHIRT Available in Black (S-3XL)
SPECIAL ONE TIME TRIAL OFFER!
VISE/IT SHIRT Available in Black (S-3XL)
VISE LETTERMAN’S JACKET Available in Black (S-3XL)
2 Slat Wall Bowling Ball Micro-Merchandisers $29.95*
44”x48” fits 25 balls vs. only 16 of the bulkier style! ...or... 16 balls & 11 SKU’s!
Or... 2 Free Standing Bowling Ball Micro-Merchandisers $29.95* Window Display
Double Sided View
Countertop / Shelf Display
Or... Combine 4 units (2 of each kind) $49.95*... You’re gonna love ‘em! *Full refund if not 100% satisfied! Includes Free Shipping, Free Flip Cards™ & Free Add-A-Tags™ Sample Pack! (Limit 1 Order per Active Business Location).
Visit us at bowlingdisplays.com for Free Flip Card™ Downloads, Video/Product Information & Distributor Location near you, or call us at (716) 696-0915. All products proudly manufactured in the USA!
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