SWAG Black Dragon Pearl Bowling Ball
Original price was: $259.95.$159.95Current price is: $159.95.
What should I know about the Black Dragon Pearl?
Strongest-in-line asymmetric Dragon Core, shared with the solid Black Dragon
Scorch Pearl Reactive cover at a 1500-grit polish for length and a sharp backend
The cleaner, more angular Dragon for medium to heavy oil and transition
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Description
The Dragon Core With Clean Length and a Strong Backend
About the Black Dragon Pearl
The SWAG Black Dragon Pearl takes the strongest core in the SWAG line and wraps it in a clean, energy-saving pearl. It pairs the same asymmetric Dragon Core with the Scorch Pearl Reactive coverstock at a polished finish, so it gets down the lane cleaner than the solid Black Dragon and then unloads a strong, angular move on medium to heavy oil and transition.
The Black Dragon Pearl is the answer when the solid Black Dragon starts hooking too early. The pearl cover at a 1500-grit polish saves energy through the heads, and the strong asymmetric core stores it for a pronounced backend. You get the same big-flare Dragon shape, delivered with more length and a sharper finish.
Understanding the SWAG Dragon Asymmetric Core and SWAG Scorch Pearl Reactive
SWAG built the Black Dragon Pearl for clean length and a strong backend from the proven Dragon core. Specifically, the asymmetric Dragon Core posts a 2.48 RG, a strong .054 differential, and a .018 mass bias for high flare and a defined breakpoint, while the Scorch Pearl cover at a 1500-grit polish reads later than the solid Black Dragon and saves energy down lane. As a result, it gives you a clean, angular, powerful motion on medium to heavy oil and transition. The full specifications are listed below.
The Line’s Strongest Asymmetric Block, Shared With the Black Dragon
At the heart of the Black Dragon Pearl is the same asymmetric Dragon Core as the solid Black Dragon. At 15 lb it measures a low 2.48 RG, a strong .054 differential, and a .018 mass bias, a combination that produces high track flare and a defined breakpoint. It is the strongest-flaring core in the SWAG line.
Pairing that strong core with a pearl cover is what gives the Black Dragon Pearl its identity: the same flare and asymmetric shape as the solid, but with the energy held later for a more angular finish. Because it is asymmetric, your pro shop can tune the layout to control exactly how clean and how sharp the ball plays.
A Polished Pearl Cover for Length and a Sharper Move
The Black Dragon Pearl wraps that core in SWAG’s Scorch Pearl Reactive coverstock at a 1500-grit polish. The pearl additive and polished surface let the ball conserve energy through the front of the lane, so it gets down cleaner than the solid Black Dragon and then makes a stronger, more angular move off the friction.
That clean read and sharp backend make the Black Dragon Pearl the transition partner to the Black Dragon: when the solid version reads too early on a drying lane, the pearl pushes through the heads and saves its energy for the pins. Leave it at the box polish for length and angle, or take the surface down at your pro shop for an earlier, smoother read.
Black Dragon Pearl Specs
RG and differential vary by weight. Specifications provided by the manufacturer.
Who This Ball Is Right For
✓Tournament Players: A strong asymmetric pearl that conserves energy for an angular backend on medium to heavy oil and transition
✓Higher-Speed Players: The strong Dragon core gives speed-dominant bowlers backend flare while the pearl adds the length they want
✓Higher-Rev Bowlers: Clean through the fronts, then a sharp, continuous move off the spot from the strongest core in the line
✓Arsenal Builders: The angular, later-reading complement to the early-rolling solid Black Dragon
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 polished: The 1500 Grit Polish finish runs clean and long out of the box. For an earlier read on heavier oil, take the surface down at your pro shop.
·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 Black Dragon Pearl Fits in Your SWAG Arsenal
Where It Fits in Your Arsenal
In the SWAG lineup, the Black Dragon Pearl is the cleaner, more angular version of the Black Dragon. Throw the solid Black Dragon on fresh heavy oil, then move to the pearl as the lane transitions and you want more length and a sharper backend. It pairs naturally just above the benchmark Judge and APEX pieces.
Surface Adjustments
The 1500-grit polish gives the Black Dragon Pearl its clean length and angular backend. Take the surface down with a lower-grit pad for an earlier, smoother read on more oil, or keep it polished for maximum length when the lanes dry. Have surface changes done at your pro shop for an even, consistent finish.
Coverstock Care
Wipe the Scorch 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 sharp backend that define the Black Dragon Pearl.
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Shop With Confidence at BowlersMart
The SWAG Black Dragon Pearl 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.
Additional information
| Weight | 15 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 10 × 10 × 10 in |
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| Radius of Gyration: RG (15LB) | |
| Differential: Diff (15LB) | |
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