Hammer Purple Pearl Urethane Bowling Ball
Sold by BowlersMart (www.bowlersmart.com). $149.95 USD. In stock: 16LB, 15LB, 14LB, 13LB, 12LB. Checked 2026-10-15 17:34 UTC.
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Facts
- Brand: Hammer
- Category: Bowling Balls > Bowling Balls for Straight Bowlers > Bowling Brand > Dry Lane Bowling Balls
- Brand: Hammer
- Bowling Ball Coverstock Type: Urethane
- Bowling Ball Cover Name: Hammer Pearl Urethane
- Bowling Ball Core Shape: Symmetrical Core
- Bowling Ball Core Name: Hammer LED Core
- Radius of Gyration: RG (15LB): 2.65
- Differential: Diff (15LB): .015
- Flare Potential: 1 - 2 Inches
- Surface Finish: 2000 Grit
- Preferred Lane Conditions: Dry - Medium Oil
- Bowling Ball Color: Purple
- Ball Performance Level: Performance Bowling Balls
- LT Product Category: Bowling Balls
- LT Product Subcategory: Mid-Performance Bowling Balls
- SKU: Hammer-96838
- Merchant record last changed: 2026-10-15 07:15 UTC
Variants
| Variant | SKU | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16LB | Hammer-96838-16 | $149.95 USD | In stock |
| 15LB | Hammer-96838-15 | $149.95 USD | In stock |
| 14LB | HAM6010654214 | $149.95 USD | In stock |
| 13LB | Hammer-96838-13 | $149.95 USD | In stock |
| 12LB | Hammer-96838-12 | $149.95 USD | In stock |
Description (merchant text, shortened)
Smooth, Controllable Urethane Motion
About the Purple Pearl Urethane
The Hammer Purple Pearl Urethane is a classic urethane control piece in an iconic purple finish. It pairs the symmetric LED Core with Hammer's Pearl Urethane coverstock, delivering a smooth, predictable, low-flare motion for dry to medium oil and short patterns. It is the ball you reach for when you need control instead of hook.
The Purple Pearl Urethane reads the lane gently and predictably. The pearl urethane cover generates less friction and stores less energy than reactive resin, so the ball holds a controlled line where a strong reactive ball would over-hook. It is a dependable choice for short patterns, broken-down lanes, and precise control shots.
Understanding the Hammer LED Core and Hammer Pearl Urethane
Hammer built the Purple Pearl Urethane for smooth, controllable motion on dry to medium oil. Specifically, the symmetric LED Core posts a 2.650 RG and a low .015 differential, numbers that produce minimal flare and a smooth, on-line motion, while the Pearl Urethane cover at a 2000-grit finish reads the lane gently rather than snapping. As a result, it delivers a controlled, repeatable shape on short and worn conditions. The per-weight specifications are listed below.
A High-RG, Low-Differential Symmetric Core for Minimal Flare
At the heart of the Purple Pearl Urethane is the symmetric LED Core. At 15 lb it measures a high 2.650 RG and a low .015 differential, numbers that produce minimal track flare and a smooth, controlled motion. The high RG and low differential keep the reaction even and predictable, exactly what a control ball needs.
That low-flare, on-line behavior is what gives the Purple Pearl Urethane its controlled feel. As a symmetric core, it reads the lane the same way shot after shot, so the ball holds its line through dry and short patterns rather than over-reacting at the breakpoint.
A Pearl Urethane Cover for Predictable Control With a Touch of Length
The Purple Pearl Urethane wraps that core in Hammer's Pearl Urethane coverstock at a 2000-grit finish. Urethane generates less friction than reactive resin, so the ball reads the lane gently and holds a controlled line instead of snapping at the breakpoint. The pearl additive gives it a touch more length and a slightly cleaner read than a solid urethane.
That smooth, even reaction is exactly what makes the Purple Pearl Urethane a control weapon. On short patterns and broken-down lanes, it gets a predictable read where a strong reactive ball would jump. Take the surface down for a touch more grip, or smooth it up for a bit more length, with surface changes done at your pro shop.
Purple Pearl Urethane Specs
RG and differential vary by weight. Specifications provided by the manufacturer.
Who This Ball Is Right For
✓Control Players: A smooth, on-line urethane reaction for dry, short, and broken-down lanes
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Shipping, returns, payment (BowlersMart)
- Shipping: Free ground shipping on US orders, no minimum, 48 contiguous states and military APO/FPO. To Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Guam bowling balls ship for $24.95 per ball, most other items free; oversized roller bags cost extra there. International orders pay the rate shown at checkout, duties paid locally.
- Processing and delivery: In-stock items ordered by 2PM EST Monday to Friday ship the same day, later orders the next business day. Carriers USPS, UPS, FedEx. Standard delivery 3 to 7 business days; expedited options at checkout.
- Returns: 60 days from delivery for US customers on new, unused items in original packaging, free prepaid return labels. Drilled bowling balls cannot be returned or exchanged. Shoes must have been tried on a clean, dry surface. Manufacturing defects and shipping damage go through the defect claim process.
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- Pro shops: Pro shops inside bowling centers in 10 US states fit, drill and service equipment; a ball bought online can be drilled there.
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Images
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