September 2020 Issue September 2020 | Page 56

So, what makes the Ultra Shocker special? In a word… everything. First and foremost, because it is technically “stock” and assembled at the SP factory, it has its full factory warranty. That is important. What Cesare did was buy all the parts prior to assembly and sent them out for anodization. So that all parts are match anodized. Everything matches, from the locking feed neck to the ASA knob. It all matches. That might not sound impressive, but you need to remember that when you anodize your parts, it affects the tolerances so having a full custom anodization WITH a factory warranty… huge. Cesare did not simply just have a stock gun anodized though. He made sure to get all the extras that were available. He made sure that the CVO mechanical frame was included and coloured to match. He made sure that the new Freak ACP XL barrel tip was also in the package along with the standard All American tip. Cesare knew that people would want this option as the ACP tip shoots clean in some of the worst conditions. Cesare made sure that the Freak XL system had a set of stainless steel inserts as well for maximum durability. What really makes the Ultra Shocker stand out over a regular Shocker however is what Cesare did to the insides. He has created a new lubricant specifically for paintball called Ultra Silk. This stuff is incredible. More importantly though, is that he has created a special treatment system called Boom Juice. The Boom treatment permanently gets into the surface of the metal so that it is smoother. It fills in all the incredibly tiny imperfections. These Ultra Shockers have not only been treated with Boom Juice but have Ultra Silk lubricant included in the package. There is a controversy in paintball right now about the new Ultra Silk lubricant and I would be irresponsible if I did not mention it here. Ultra Silk has 3% petroleum in it. Yes, yes… I know… every experienced paintballer will tell you that you NEVER use petroleum 056 paintball.media magazine