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SWAG Archive 2.0 Bowling Ball
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SWAG Archive 2.0 Bowling Ball

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What should I know about the Archive 2.0?

Legendary asymmetric Archive Core for high flare and a defined breakpoint
New M56 Pearl Reactive cover at a 3000-grit sanded finish for clean length
A signature asymmetric (Park Kyung Shin) for medium to medium-heavy oil

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Description

The Archive Core With Clean Length and Backend Power

About the Archive 2.0

The SWAG Archive 2.0 brings the legendary asymmetric Archive Core back with an all-new coverstock. A signature ball developed with KPBA staffer Park Kyung Shin and Lord Field’s J Bowling School, it pairs that strong asymmetric core with the new M56 Pearl Reactive cover, so it reads the midlane efficiently and saves energy for a powerful backend on medium to medium-heavy oil.

The Archive 2.0 takes the proven Archive foundation and refines it. The asymmetric core gives it a high differential and a strong mass bias for plenty of flare and a defined breakpoint, while the M56 Pearl cover at a 3000-grit sanded finish lets the ball clean through the heads before it makes its move. It is a high-performance asymmetric built for length without giving up backend punch.

Understanding the SWAG Archive Asymmetric Core and SWAG M56 Pearl Reactive

SWAG built the Archive 2.0 to combine the strong asymmetric Archive core with a cleaner, energy-saving pearl cover. Specifically, the asymmetric Archive Core posts a 2.55 RG, a strong .051 differential, and a high .034 mass bias, numbers that produce high flare and a defined, asymmetric breakpoint, while the M56 Pearl Reactive cover at a 3000-grit sanded finish reads the midlane efficiently and conserves energy down lane. As a result, it gives you clean length with a powerful backend on medium to medium-heavy oil. The full specifications are listed below.

The Legendary Archive Block, Built for Flare and Shape

At the heart of the Archive 2.0 is the asymmetric Archive Core. At 15 lb it measures a 2.55 RG, a strong .051 differential, and a high .034 mass bias, a combination that produces high track flare and a defined, asymmetric breakpoint. The strong differential and high mass bias give the ball real flare potential and a pronounced, continuous move at the spot.

Because the Archive core is asymmetric with a high mass bias, layout has a strong influence on the reaction, so your pro shop can tune the pin and mass-bias position to control how early and how angular the ball plays. That tuning range is why this core has anchored bags for years and why SWAG brought it back for the Archive 2.0.

A New Pearl Cover for Clean Length With Backend Power

The Archive 2.0 wraps that core in the new M56 Pearl Reactive coverstock at a 3000-grit sanded finish. The pearl additive lets the ball conserve energy through the front of the lane, so it reads the midlane efficiently rather than burning up early, then releases that stored energy for a strong move off the friction.

Unlike an aggressive solid that grabs the lane early, the M56 Pearl gives the Archive 2.0 length without sacrificing backend motion. That makes it best on medium to medium-heavy oil. When the volume gets very high or the pattern is fresh and demanding, a strong solid reactive will read earlier. Leave the M56 cover at its 3000-grit sanded box finish for clean length, or adjust the surface at your pro shop to match the lane.

Who This Ball Is Right For

✓Tournament Players: A strong asymmetric with clean length and a powerful backend for medium to medium-heavy oil
✓Higher-Rev Bowlers: The high-mass-bias Archive core and pearl cover reward revs with length and a sharp, continuous move
✓Players Who Need Length: Backend power without the early read of an aggressive solid, for clearing the fronts cleanly
✓Arsenal Builders: An angular, energy-saving asymmetric to pair above benchmark solids in the bag

Good to Know Before You Buy

·Strong, aggressive motion: This is a high-flare piece built for traction. If you want a controlled, lower-hook reaction, a lower-differential ball will suit you better.
·Ships at a clean box finish: The 3000 Grit Sanded finish is a smooth, sanded surface that still gets down the lane. Take it lower for an earlier read on heavier oil, or polish it up for more length.
·Asymmetric layout sensitivity: Layout choices shift the reaction more than on a symmetric ball. Match the pin and mass bias to your game with your pro shop.
·Sold undrilled: Ships without finger holes, so it can be fitted to your hand and span.

BowlersMart Tips: Where the Archive 2.0 Fits in Your SWAG Arsenal

Where It Fits in Your Arsenal

In the SWAG lineup, the Archive 2.0 is the energy-saving asymmetric for medium to medium-heavy oil. Throw it when you need length through the heads and a strong backend, and pair it with an earlier-reading solid like the Judge or Judgement Hybrid for heavier, fresher oil when the pearl wants to get too far down the lane.

Surface Adjustments

The 3000-grit sanded finish gives the Archive 2.0 its clean length and strong backend. Take the surface lower for an earlier read on more oil, or smooth and polish it up for even more length when the lanes dry. Have surface changes done at your pro shop for an even, consistent finish.

Coverstock Care

Wipe the M56 Pearl cover with an approved reactive ball cleaner after every session, and deep clean it periodically. Keeping the cover fresh preserves the clean length and backend power that define the Archive 2.0.

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The SWAG Archive 2.0 Bowling Ball ships free with no minimum purchase and is backed by our 60-day return policy. As an authorized SWAG dealer, every ball is genuine and covered by the full one-year SWAG warranty. Place your order before 2 PM EST and it ships the same day.

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Weight 17 lbs
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 in
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