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BallVault Golf

The BallVault Standard

Grading Guide

Every ball is hand-inspected and sorted by a real person against a consistent, honest standard. No marketing speak — just four clear grades so you know exactly what you're getting.

Three Grades

Choose Your Grade

01

Pearl

Mint Condition

Practically new.

Our top tier. Balls are visually indistinguishable from a freshly opened sleeve. No scuffs, no scratches, no fading — just pristine dimples and a bright, clean cover.

  • Best for: Competitive rounds, matches, gifting.
  • Performance: Performs like a premium golf ball with virtually no noticeable difference from new.
From£1.25/ball

Save up to 40%

02

A Grade

Excellent

Full performance, honest price.

Very light cosmetic marks only — the odd small pen mark or logo may remain. Cover integrity is fully intact so aerodynamics, spin and feel remain identical to a new ball. The sweet spot of value and quality.

  • Best for: Weekend rounds, weekly players.
  • Performance: Excellent playing performance with only minor cosmetic wear.
From75p/ball

Save up to 55%

03

B Grade

Good

Play more, spend less.

Noticeable cosmetic marks — scuffs, pen or logos may be present — but the cover is structurally perfect. Ideal for players who prioritise price and don't mind character.

  • Best for: Everyday play, water carries, learners.
  • Performance: Reliable everyday performance. Cosmetic marks do not significantly affect play.
From50p/ball

Save up to 70%

Side by Side

Grade Comparison

Comparison of Pearl, A Grade and B Grade golf balls
Attribute
Pearl
A Grade
B Grade
Cosmetic condition
FlawlessNear-perfect; small pen marks/logos possibleVisible marks
Cover integrity
PerfectPerfectPerfect
Play performance
Virtually no noticeable difference from newExcellent performance with only minor cosmetic wearReliable everyday performance
Water damage
NoneNoneNone
Suitable for
CompetitionWeekend roundsEveryday play
Typical saving
Up to 40%Up to 55%Up to 70%
Starting price£1.25/ball75p/ball50p/ball

Hand-inspected

Every ball checked by a real person under bright, colour-true light.

Honest sorting

Balls only make a grade if they meet its full spec — no rounding up.

No water damage

Waterlogged or cracked balls are rejected before grading begins.

Satisfaction promise

If a ball doesn't match its grade, we'll refund or replace it.

How We Grade

The Process

01

Collect

Balls arrive from clubs, ranges and collectors across the UK.

02

Wash

Deep clean and dry — no chemicals that dull the cover.

03

Inspect

Each ball is hand-checked under bright, colour-true light.

04

Grade

Sorted into Pearl, A or B against a strict spec.

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