Product Description

New, improved 899 WE Leather with tanned-in tack and deep pebble design - exclusive to Wilson 1005 "small" pattern - easier to grip and throw New composite stripes for better grip and visibility ACL™ Lacing System for better grip and control Dual sided lace reinforcers

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #20550 in Sports & Outdoors
• Size: OFFICIAL
• Brand: Wilson
• Model: WTF1003R
• Dimensions: 6.50" h x 6.60" w x 11.40" l, 1.05 pounds

Features

• ACL (accurate control lacing) technology
• Thick pebbled composite leather laces
• Leather football with neoprene lining
• Grip Strips to provide control no matter where you grip the ball
• A unique panel shape neoprene lining with the seams of the ball and the 1005 Pattern create deep channels for a better grip

Amazon.com Product Description
The Wilson 1003R GST is designed with a host of features to provide you with the best all-purpose football available. The new, improved 899 WE leather with tanned-in tack and deep pebble design combined with the 1005 small pattern and deep channels provide great gripability. Wilson's advanced Accurate Control Lacing System (ACL) replaces traditional laces with thick, pebbled composite leather laces, providing a softer, more gripable feel which translates to better control. The composite grip stripes ensure that no matter where you grip the ball--even if it's on the stripes--you'll always have control.

Customer Reviews

Amazing at first but didn't last
I've had this ball for two years now. I only used it sparingly (compared to how it would get used on a high school or college team)to play flag football and an occasional pick-up game. When the ball was brand new it had the most amazing grip of any ball I've had before. I speak from a QB point of view when talking about the grip. The laces were thick and the composite stripe provided a good grip for my forefinger. However, after about a year the leather became really slick, especially in cold dry weather, and my thumb would slip a lot and my receivers complained about the slickness of the ball. It finally died on me today when I realized it was leaking air. Although my review has focused on the negative aspects, I give it four stars because during my first season playing with the ball it was simply the best ball I had ever thrown. I felt like I could throw a perfect spiral even if my throwing motion was off. Also, I haven't ever had another ball that didn't wear down after a couple years, but I just expected more from this one after being so happy with it initially. If you're someone who changes balls every season then this is a great ball to get. I wouldn't recommend it for throwing in the backyard simply because of price.

Wilson Football
Purchased this football for my son. We wanted to have a ball exactly the same as his school's game balls. The ball was fairly priced and matched all expectations. Delivery was on time. No complaints with the purchase and the process. He just needs to break it in now. I was actually very pleased with he price as I had previously purchased a leather ball from a big box store at double the price.