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Symmetric APX V1 Core shared with the APEX Solid for a smooth, even roll Apex Pearl Reactive cover at a 1500-grit polish for length and a defined backend The clean, angular complement to the APEX Solid for medium to heavy oil and transition","specs":[{"key":"Brand","value":"SWAG"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Coverstock Type","value":"Pearl Reactive"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Cover Name","value":"SWAG Apex Pearl Reactive"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Core Name","value":"SWAG APX V1 Core"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Core Shape","value":"Symmetrical Core"},{"key":"Radius of Gyration: RG (15LB)","value":"2.50"},{"key":"Differential: Diff (15LB)","value":".042"},{"key":"Flare Potential","value":"4 - 5 Inches"},{"key":"Surface Finish","value":"1500 Grit Polish"},{"key":"Scent","value":"None"},{"key":"Preferred Lane Conditions","value":"Medium - Heavy Oil"},{"key":"Ball Performance Level","value":"High Performance Bowling Balls, SWAG Utility Performance"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Color","value":"Black, Blue"}],"variants":[{"sku":"SWGAP12","gtin":"650079849729","label":"12LB","price":149.95,"stock":0,"options":{"Ball Weight":"12LB"},"availability":"outofstock","regular_price":249.95},{"sku":"SWGAP11","gtin":"650079849712","label":"11LB","price":149.95,"stock":0,"options":{"Ball Weight":"11LB"},"availability":"outofstock","regular_price":249.95},{"sku":"SWGAP10","gtin":"650079849705","label":"10LB","price":149.95,"stock":0,"options":{"Ball Weight":"10LB"},"availability":"outofstock","regular_price":249.95},{"sku":"SWGAP16","gtin":"650079849767","label":"16LB","price":149.95,"stock":4,"options":{"Ball Weight":"16LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":249.95},{"sku":"SWGAP15","gtin":"650079849750","label":"15LB","price":149.95,"stock":3,"options":{"Ball Weight":"15LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":249.95},{"sku":"SWGAP14","gtin":"650079849743","label":"14LB","price":149.95,"stock":3,"options":{"Ball Weight":"14LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":249.95},{"sku":"SWGAP13","gtin":"650079849736","label":"13LB","price":149.95,"stock":3,"options":{"Ball Weight":"13LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":249.95}],"options":[{"name":"Drilling Protection","type":"multiple_choice","price":null,"choices":[{"label":"Yes - Covers Cracking During Ball Drilling","price":4.95,"price_type":"quantity_based"},{"label":"Decline Protection","price":null,"price_type":"quantity_based"}],"required":false,"price_type":"flat_fee"},{"name":"Extra 365 Warranty Coverage","type":"multiple_choice","price":null,"choices":[{"label":"Yes - Add 365 Warranty Coverage","price":5.95,"price_type":"quantity_based"},{"label":"Decline 365 Warranty Coverage","price":null,"price_type":"quantity_based"}],"required":false,"price_type":"flat_fee"},{"name":"Specific Requests","type":"custom_text","price":null,"choices":[],"required":false,"price_type":"quantity_based"}],"images":[{"alt":"SWAG-APEX-PEARL-800-july2025","url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SWAG-APEX-PEARL-800-july2025.webp"},{"alt":"SWAG-APEX-PEARL-core-800-july2025","url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SWAG-APEX-PEARL-core-800-july2025.webp"},{"alt":"SWAG-APEX-PEARL-core-light-800-july2025","url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SWAG-APEX-PEARL-core-light-800-july2025.webp"}],"release_date":null,"description":"The APX V1 Core With Clean Length and Strong Backend\n\nAbout the APEX Pearl\n\nThe SWAG APEX Pearl takes the smooth symmetric benchmark of the APEX and adds length and a stronger backend. It pairs the same symmetric APX V1 Core with the Apex Pearl Reactive coverstock at a polished finish, so it gets down the lane cleaner than the solid APEX and then makes a strong, defined move on medium to heavy oil and transition.\n\nThe APEX Pearl is the length-and-angle complement to the APEX Solid. The pearl cover at a 1500-grit polish conserves energy through the heads, while the symmetric core keeps the motion smooth and controllable. The result is more downlane shape than the solid without the sharp, hard-to-read flip of an asymmetric.\n\nUnderstanding the SWAG APX V1 Symmetric Core and SWAG Apex Pearl Reactive\n\nSWAG built the APEX Pearl for clean length and a strong backend from the symmetric APX V1 core. Specifically, the symmetric APX V1 Core posts a 2.50 RG and a .042 differential for a smooth, even roll with medium-strong flare, while the Apex Pearl cover at a 1500-grit polish reads later than the solid APEX and saves energy for a defined move down lane. As a result, it gives you length with a strong, controllable backend on medium to heavy oil and transition. The full specifications are listed below.\n\nA Smooth Symmetric Core, Shared With the APEX Solid\n\nAt the heart of the APEX Pearl is the same symmetric APX V1 Core used in the APEX Solid. At 15 lb it measures a 2.50 RG and a .042 differential, numbers that produce a smooth, even roll with medium-strong flare. A symmetric core reads the lane the same way every shot, so the ball is easy to control and repeat.\n\nPairing that core with a pearl cover is what changes the APEX Pearl's personality: the same smooth, predictable roll as the solid, but with the energy held later for more length and a stronger backend. There is no erratic flip, just a clean read and a defined, controllable move off the friction.\n\nA Polished Pearl Cover for Length and a Defined Backend\n\nThe APEX Pearl wraps that core in SWAG's Apex 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 APEX and then makes a stronger, more defined move off the friction.\n\nThat clean read and strong backend make the APEX Pearl the natural step from the APEX Solid: when the solid starts reading 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, or take the surface down at your pro shop for an earlier, smoother read on more oil.\n\nAPEX Pearl Specs\n\nRG and differential vary by weight. Specifications provided by the manufacturer.\n\nWho This Ball Is Right For\n\n✓Tweener and Stroker Styles: Clean length with a strong, controllable backend and no sharp asymmetric flip\n\n✓League Bowlers: A versatile symmetric pearl for medium to heavy oil and transition, week in and week out\n\n✓Players Who Need Length: The energy-saving complement to the APEX Solid for getting through the heads cleanly\n\n✓Arsenal Builders: The length-and-angle pearl paired with the earlier-rolling APEX Solid\n\nGood to Know Before You Buy\n\n·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.\n\n·Colors vary: Actual colors vary somewhat from the photos shown; no two balls come out of the mold exactly alike.\n\n·Tiny pit holes are normal: A few tiny pit holes in the coverstock are a normal part of the manufacturing process.\n\n·Sold undrilled: Ships without finger holes, so it can be fitted to your hand and span.\n\nBowlersMart Tips: Where the APEX Pearl Fits in Your SWAG Arsenal\n\nWhere It Fits in Your Arsenal\n\nIn the SWAG lineup, the APEX Pearl is the cleaner, more angular version of the APEX Solid. Throw the solid APEX on fresh medium to heavy oil, then move to the APEX Pearl as the lane transitions and you want more length and a stronger backend. For more flare on heavier oil, step up to an asymmetric like the Black Dragon or Judge.\n\nSurface Adjustments\n\nThe 1500-grit polish gives the APEX Pearl its clean length and strong 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.\n\nCoverstock Care\n\nWipe the Apex 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 defined backend that make the APEX Pearl so versatile.\n\nEarn points on every SWAG purchase through the Striking Rewards loyalty program. Every ball you add to your arsenal builds toward your next reward.\n\nShop With Confidence at BowlersMart\n\nThe SWAG APEX 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.\n\nWeight\nRadius of Gyration (RG)\nDifferential\n\n16 lbs\n2.46\n.046\n\n15 lbs\n2.50\n.042\n\n14 lbs\n2.53\n.038\n\n13 lbs\n2.58\n.036\n\n12 lbs\n2.58\n.015\n\n11 lbs\n2.65\n.017\n\n10 lbs\n2.72\n.016","policies":[{"text":"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.","title":"Shipping","source_url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/shipping-information/"},{"text":"In-stock items ordered by 2PM EST Monday to Friday ship the same day, later orders the next business day. Carriers USPS, UPS, FedEx. 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