What does the stamp on lawn bowls mean?

The stamp on lawn bowls is used to show when the bowl was last tested to ensure it meets international standards. Bowls must go through this process every 10 years, much like a car requires an MOT. The stamp shows who tested it, to which standard it was tested too, and the year it requires re-testing.

Do I need my bowls stamped?

Firstly all composition bowls (i.e. not Lignum Vitae) must have a legible stamp dated 1985 or later on them. If you play with Lignum Vitae bowls, the 1985 relaxation does not apply, they must be stamped every 10 years, therefore you must get them stamped as soon as the expiry date is reached.

How long do lawn bowls last?

20-30 years
How long do lawn bowls last? Lawn bowls, if cared for correctly, can last 20-30 years – if not longer. Lawn bowls can be put through a process called “stamping”, which is a series of tests and repairs. You can see when a bowl was last “stamped” by looking at the markings on the bowl.

How can you tell how old lawn bowls are?

It is an essential requirement for bowls to be legal for competition play. The letter ‘A’ on the stamp signifies that the bowls were made by Taylor Bowls in Glasgow. The Manufacturing date of the bowls is 10 years before the date stamp on the bowls i.e. Bowls stamped ’25’ were manufactured in 2015.

What are Lignoid bowls?

The LIGNOID is an outdoor bowl with a wide draw and very popular with short mat bowlers. Predominately an outdoor bowl with a wide draw and ideal for all conditions. It is popular with short mat bowlers who need a bigger drawing bowl but is not suitable for faster indoor surfaces.

What are the best lawn bowls to buy?

Best Lawn Bowls (Indoor)

Aero Quantum – Aero are one of my favourite brands (they are actually my #1 brand in 2021), so it’s no surprise that the Quantum makes my list.
Drakes Pride Professional – an absolute classic.
Aero GrooVe – As mentioned before, I am a fan of Aero.
Taylor Ace – Another strong allrounder.

What’s the difference between crown green bowling and lawn bowls?

What is the difference between Lawn Bowls and Crown Green Bowls? Lawn bowls is played up and down on flat “rinks” – whereas crown green bowls is played on a green with a mound in it – or crown, which affects how the bowls roll. At Bredon Bowling Club we play lawn green bowls on a flat green.