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| The original 'Henselites' were made with separate colored discs' which were inserted into the bowls. Even today, some 60 years later, they can still be seen on the bowling greens, demonstrating the durability for which Henselite bowls are renowned worldwide. |  |
1937 - 1946In 1937 the Separate Disc model was eliminated and the 'Uni-Disc' model was introduced where the bowl was moulded and machined in one piece and the emblems etc., were engraved directly on to the Bowl (production was halted during the Second World War). 1946 - 1959When bowls production resumed after the War Years (on the 6th February, 1946) a series of automated high precision turning and biasing machines came into operation. The previous 'Uni-Disc' model was replaced with the Henselite 'Standard' model which continues as the popular Bowl in 1959. 1959Development of a new improved powder compound saw the introduction of a 'Super Grip' additive which became the main feature (better feel and improved grip) of the 'Championship' model. This 'Super Grip' compound has remained an added feature on all subsequent models. 1967 - 1988To this point in time, all Henselite Bowls were not gripped (no Dimple Grip) but the popularisation of the game saw the need for the development of a gripped bowl which would assist many bowlers in obtaining a firmer, more reliable grip on the bowl. For the first time the Henselite Deluxe (dimple gripped) bowl became available. This innovation has continued to a point where approximately 90% of all bowls produced contain this feature. Since then all Henselite models have been available in gripped or non-gripped variations. 1988Saw the introduction of the W.B.B (formerly I.B.B) Rules for the Game of Lawn Bowls. These Rules, as well as allowing the introduction of 'Narrow Biased Bowls' also called for bowls manufacturers to identify their biases by a specific Model Name. Consequently, the Henselite Standard Bias (1930-1988) was renamed the CLASSIC Bias. (NB: Early versions of this Bias include: Originals, Uni-Disc, Standard, Championship, Super Grip in Deluxe/Gripped and Non Gripped Models). Similarly, the New Zealand Model Bowl (The N.Z.B.A.) became the MASTERS Bias. 1989Due to the adoption of the New W.B.B. Rules (Internationally), Henselite developed and released the CLASSIC II Model Bowl. As a result of its release and subsequent success on the greens, it has become the most popular narrow biased bowl in Australia and New Zealand. 1992Due to the popular demand for a narrow draw bowl with a more direct (less hook) finish, Henselite successfully released the MAESTRO Model Bowl. (This model has subsequently has been superseded by the ABT-2000). 1994The ABT-2000 Model is the latest in lawn bowls bias technology. Hence, the name Advanced Bias Technology. This Bowl combines the best features of the Classic II and the Maestro and was released only after extensive field testing by some of Australia's best bowlers. It has, in their hands, already achieved outstanding success on the greens. Their recommendations and those of the top international bowlers reinforce Henselite's claim to being 'The Champions Choice'. |
Note: Not all these models are available in the USA. Please see Products section.