OUR GOLF BALL GRADING SYSTEM
Straight-Up Grading. No Guesswork.
Not all used golf balls are equal — and vague grading is how golfers get stitched up.
At The Ball Bloke, every golf ball is hand-checked, cleaned and graded so you know exactly what you’re getting before it leaves the warehouse. No cracked balls. No water-logged rubbish. No surprises.
🟢 NEAR MINT
As close to new as it gets
These balls look, feel and play like new. If they’ve been hit, it wasn’t more than for a few holes
What to expect
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Bright, clean cover
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No scuffs or cuts
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Performance virtually identical to a brand-new ball
You may see
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Small logos
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Minor pen marks
You won’t see
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Structural damage
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Refurbished or repainted balls
🟢 GRADE A
Competition-ready and great value
Just missed out on Mint, but still absolutely course-worthy. These are a favourite for regular players who want quality without paying full retail.
What to expect
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Very good overall condition
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Fully playable in competition
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Reliable, consistent performance
You may see
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Light cosmetic marks
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Small scuffs or pen marks
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Minor discolouration
Nothing that affects how the ball flies or feels.
🟡 GRADE B
Used, but still goes alright
Clearly played, but still round, solid and usable. Ideal for social rounds, practice, or bounce games.
What to expect
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Noticeable wear
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Still playable
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Good value for money
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You may see
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Larger player markings
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Visible scuffs
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Heavier discolouration
A lot of customers are pleasantly surprised by how good these still are.
🟠 PRACTICE GRADE
Rough around the edges - cheap and cheerful
These balls aren’t pretty, but they still do the job. Best suited for practice, beginners or anyone who loses a few per round.
What to expect
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Heavy cosmetic wear
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Big scuffs and markings
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Cheapest option
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What you won’t get
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Cracked balls
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Misshapen balls
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Refinished or Refurbished balls
Perfect for the range, backyard nets, or risky holes.
Paddock Grade Golf Balls
Paddock grade golf balls are heavily used, low-cost balls—often classified as C or D grade—best suited for practice sessions, hitting into a net, or beginners who tend to lose a lot of balls. In short, these balls have lived a full life, delivering many rounds of pleasure (or frustration) to their previous owners. Expect scuffs, blemishes, and some discoloration, but they are generally still structurally sound for casual use.
Hit them away without worry—forget about them entirely, rediscover them later on your property, or allow them to ceremoniously rest in peace. 🏌️♂️
❌ What We Don’t Sell
If we wouldn’t play it, we won’t sell it.
We never sell:
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Cracked or split balls
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Misshapen balls
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Water-damaged balls
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Non-conforming balls
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Refurbished or repainted balls
If it doesn’t meet our standard, it doesn’t go in the box.
