At a glance
The Nexus E3 is way more affordable at $130 and gives you a much wider curve selection across three popular patterns, while the Code Encrypt Pro Stock costs $60 more and locks you into a single NHL-spec build. Most developing players will get more mileage out of the E3's flexibility in options, but stronger shooters who want a genuine pro-stock feel will notice the difference in the Encrypt's layup and construction.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus E3
Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark
Bauer
Nexus E3
Sherwood
Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark
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