Obut
Obut, founded in 1955 in Saint-Bonnet-le-Château, France, is the world's leading pétanque boules manufacturer, serving players across multiple countries.
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Official Folding Circle
FIPJP approved folding circle for official tournament play. High visibility and perfect 50cm diameter.
- Official 50cm internal diameter
- Folds for easy storage
- High-visibility red/yellow
- Material
- Polyamide
- Diameter
- 50 cm (Internal)
- Standard
- FIPJP Approved

JB Vintage Dual Boules
Reissue of the historic JB boule by Obut in soft stainless steel (inox tendre) with grooved striations, sold as a leisure set of three with a wooden jack and a JB bag.
- Set of three boules
- Soft stainless steel (inox tendre)
- Grooved striations
- Diameter
- 73 mm
- Weight
- 620 g
- Material
- Soft stainless steel (inox tendre)
- Origin
- France

JB Vintage Smooth Boules
Reissue of the historic JB boule, produced by Obut and sold as a set of three smooth stainless steel leisure boules with an engraved wooden jack and a JB storage bag. Made in France and fully stainless so it does not rust.
- Set of three boules
- Smooth (lisse) surface
- Stainless steel, rust free
- Diameter
- 73 mm
- Weight
- 620 g
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Surface
- Smooth
- Origin
- France

Obut Backpack for 6 Boules
Obut backpack for petanque with removable dividers to carry up to six boules, plus pockets for accessories, clothing and a water bottle. Machine washable.
- Carries up to 6 boules
- Removable dividers
- Accessory and mesh pockets
- Capacity
- 6 boules

Obut Set of 6 Boxwood Jacks 30 mm
Set of six Obut jacks (cochonnets) turned from boxwood, 30 mm diameter, lacquered and engraved with the Obut logo. Competition approved and made in the Jura, France.
- Pack of 6 jacks
- Boxwood, lacquered and engraved
- Competition approved size
- Diameter
- 30 mm
- Material
- Boxwood
- Quantity
- 6

Obut ATX
The 'Rolls-Royce' of pétanque boules. Used by top champions, manufactured from high-tech nickel-chromium stainless steel.
- Nickel-Chrome Stainless Steel
- Semi-soft (130 kg/mm²)
- Surgical balancing
- Material
- Nickel-Chrome Stainless Steel
- Hardness
- Semi-soft (130 kg/mm²)
- Finish
- Bronze / Satin Gold
- Diameter
- 72 - 76 mm
- Weight
- 680 - 730 g
- Grip Pattern
- Available smooth or striated, grades 0-3

Obut Black Jack
A composite jack that can be lifted straight off the ground with a magnetic boule-lifter, saving you from bending down every end.
- Lifts directly with a magnetic boule-lifter
- Dyed-through composite (not painted)
- FIPJP-approved since 2013
- Material
- Composite resin (paramagnetic)
- Diameter
- 30mm
- Weight
- 22g
- Compatibility
- Any magnetic boule-lifter

Obut Boule Maintenance Product (Anti-Rust Spray)
Ready-to-use 50ml spray developed by Obut to clean and protect pétanque boules from rust, leaving a protective film that preserves the metal's shine. Recommended after each game.
- Ready-to-use spray
- Leaves a protective film against rust
- Preserves the boules' shine
- Volume
- 50 ml
- Format
- Spray

Obut Charming Men's Petanque T-Shirt
A short-sleeved men's petanque T-shirt from Obut's clothing collection, printed with a graphic inspired by the world of the game. Part of the brand's men's textile range.
- Printed petanque-themed graphic
- Short sleeves
- Part of the Obut men's clothing line
- Sizes
- S - 3XL

Obut De Luxe Boule Wiping Cloth
Extra-absorbent de luxe wiping cloth from Obut made of heavyweight cotton for drying and cleaning pétanque boules. Strong and machine washable.
- 100% cotton
- Extra-absorbent
- Strong and durable
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Weight
- 450 g/m2
- Dimensions
- 30 x 30 cm

Obut Folding Petanque Throwing Circle (Cercle Pliant)
A folding throwing circle from Obut used to mark out the playing zone on a petanque terrain. It unfolds into a rigid ring with a 50 cm inner diameter and folds down compactly to slip into a boule bag. Competition-approved and made in France.
- Marks out the throwing zone
- 50 cm inner diameter when unfolded
- Folds compactly for a boule bag
- Material
- Polyamide with a steel press stud
- Inner Diameter
- 50 cm
- Folded Dimensions
- 23 x 7 x 3 cm

Obut Gift Box (Coffret Cadeau)
A decorative Obut gift box for presenting a set of petanque boules, printed with plant-based inks under the Imprim'vert eco-label. It has a magnetic closure and reinforced sides, and ships assembled but can be folded flat for storage.
- Decoration printed with plant-based inks (Imprim'vert label)
- Magnetic closure
- Reinforced sides
- Dimensions
- 253 x 168 x 91 mm

Obut Boxwood Jack
The traditional solid boxwood jack, the FIPJP-homologated standard for official competition play.
- Solid boxwood construction
- FIPJP homologated for competition
- 30mm diameter (+/- 1mm)
- Material
- Boxwood
- Diameter
- 30mm (+/- 1mm)
- Weight
- 10-18g (FIPJP compliant)
- Finish
- Varnished or painted

Obut Junior
FIPJP-approved competition boules for young players (under 11). Perfectly sized and weighted for smaller hands to develop professional technique.
- Stainless Steel (Inox)
- Soft Hardness
- FIPJP Approved for youth
- Material
- Stainless Steel (Inox)
- Hardness
- Soft
- Diameter
- 65 mm
- Weight
- 510 g

Obut Loisir Stainless Steel
The premium choice for casual play. Maintenance-free stainless steel for family fun at the beach or park.
- 100% Stainless Steel
- Maintenance-free
- Includes jack and bag
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Hardness
- Standard
- Finish
- Satin
- Diameter
- ~73 mm
- Weight
- ~620 g

Obut Loisir Inox Dual
The Obut Loisir Inox Dual is a two-tone stainless steel recreational boule set built for comfortable handling and durable, friendly play. It is not FFPJP approved and is intended for occasional leisure games with family or friends.
- Two-tone stainless steel finish
- Set of 3 boules with jack and storage pouch
- Can be personalized by engraving
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Hardness
- Soft
- Diameter
- 73 mm and up
- Weight
- 620 g and up

Obut Loisir Inox Floral
The Obut Loisir Inox Floral is a solid stainless steel recreational boule set with a floral engraved design and a natural matte brushed finish. Made in Saint-Bonnet-le-Chateau, it is designed for occasional family or friendly play and is not approved for competition.
- Floral engraved design
- 100% solid stainless steel, minimal maintenance
- Set of 3 boules with engraved Obut jack, storage bag & warranty card
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Hardness
- Soft
- Diameter
- 73 mm and up
- Weight
- 620 g and up

Obut Loisir Inox Side
The Obut Loisir Inox Side is a 100% stainless steel recreational boule set with a natural matte brushed finish and a side (loop) engraved pattern. It is intended for occasional leisure play and is not authorized for competition.
- Loop side engraved pattern
- 100% stainless steel, brushed matte finish
- Set of 3 boules with jack, storage bag & warranty card
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Hardness
- Soft
- Diameter
- 73 mm and up
- Weight
- 620 g and up

Obut Loisir Junior
Metal leisure boules specifically designed for children's leisure play. A durable, rust-free introduction to the sport for future champions.
- Stainless Steel (Inox)
- Small diameter for kids
- Maintenance-free
- Material
- Stainless Steel (Inox)
- Diameter
- Approx. 65 mm
- Weight
- Approx. 500 g

Obut Soft Loisir
Soft PVC leisure boules for safe indoor and outdoor play. Ideal for delicate floors, apartments, or playing with very young children.
- Soft PVC material
- Floor-safe design
- Includes jack and bag
- Material
- PVC / Synthetic
- Diameter
- 74 mm
- Weight
- Approx. 680g
- Colors
- Various vibrant colors

Obut 'U' Magnet
The most iconic and reliable boule lifter on the market. Saves your back and fits easily in your pocket.
- Powerful permanent magnet
- Durable synthetic cord
- Clip-on handle
- Material
- Synthetic / Steel
- Compatibility
- All carbon/stainless steel boules
- Length
- 100 cm

Obut Match
The standard for entry-level competition boules. Reliable performance at an affordable price.
- Carbon Steel
- Semi-soft (120 kg/mm²)
- FIPJP Approved
- Material
- Carbon Steel
- Hardness
- Semi-soft (120 kg/mm²)
- Finish
- Black Satin
- Diameter
- 71 - 76 mm
- Weight
- 650 - 730 g
- Grip Pattern
- Available smooth or striated, grades 0-2

Obut Match IT
The most versatile stainless steel competition boule. An excellent 'all-rounder' that requires minimal maintenance while offering professional performance.
- Stainless Steel (Inox)
- Semi-soft Hardness
- Rust-resistant
- Material
- Stainless Steel (Inox)
- Hardness
- Semi-soft (115 kg/mm²)
- Finish
- Satin Natural
- Diameter
- 71 - 76 mm
- Weight
- 650 - 730 g
- Grip Pattern
- Available smooth or striated, grades 0-1

Obut Match+
The benchmark 'Amorti+' boule. Designed to behave like a soft boule but with the durability of a semi-firm. Exceptional anti-rebound performance.
- Alloyed Carbon Steel
- Amorti+ Hardness
- Exceptional shock absorption
- Material
- Alloyed Carbon Steel
- Hardness
- Amorti+ (Very soft behavior)
- Finish
- Satin Black (fades with use)
- Diameter
- 71 - 76 mm
- Weight
- 680 - 730 g
- Grip Pattern
- Available smooth or striated, grades 0-2

Obut Men's Navy Polo Shirt
A cotton pique polo from Obut's petanque clothing line, with a straight short-sleeve cut and an embroidered vintage OBUT logo on the chest. Part of the brand's men's textile range designed for play on the terrain.
- Embroidered vintage OBUT logo on the chest
- Short sleeves with a straight cut
- Button placket with three buttons
- Material
- 100% cotton pique
- Sizes
- S to 4XL

Obut Mesh Cap
A lightweight, breathable mesh cap from Obut in a baseball style with a curved peak and a flat-embroidered vintage OBUT logo. Made for warm-weather petanque play.
- Breathable mesh construction
- Curved peak baseball style
- Flat-embroidered vintage OBUT logo
Obut Navy Espadrilles
Navy espadrilles from Obut offered as casual footwear for pétanque players, sold through the official Obut shop.
- Navy colourway
- Espadrille style casual footwear for pétanque
Obut Navy Sportswear Cap
A sportswear cap from Obut designed for outdoor petanque, with a rounded visor finished in red piping and a silicone vintage OBUT logo patch on the front panel. Adjustable strap with a stainless steel buckle.
- Rounded visor with red piping
- Silicone vintage OBUT logo patch
- Adjustable strap with stainless steel buckle
- Material
- 85% polyester, 15% wool
- Size
- One size (adult)

Obut Pocket Score Keeper
Obut pocket score keeper for petanque with two articulated wheels (grey and yellow) that count 0 to 13 points for two teams. It fits in a pocket and can clip onto a cord.
- Two colour wheels for two teams
- Counts 0 to 13 points
- Pocket size, clips to a cord
- Score Range
- 0 to 13
- Dimensions
- 90 x 40 x 6 mm
- Material
- ABS and PP

Obut Stand for the Two-Colour Point Counter
An aluminium free-standing support that positions the Obut two-colour point counter (sold separately) at 1.25 m from the ground. The lower frame stores up to 12 boules and the upper section adds a two-level shelf. Thermolacquered for corrosion resistance and supplied with stainless steel fixings.
- Positions the counter at 1.25 m height
- Lower frame stores up to 12 boules
- Two-level upper shelf
- Material
- Thermolacquered aluminium
- Counter Height
- 1.25 m

Obut RCC
Rebond Contrôlé Carbone. The top-tier shooter's boule featuring advanced anti-rebound technology for elite performance on difficult terrain.
- New technology Carbon Alloy
- Amorti+ Hardness
- Optimized for shooters
- Material
- High-tech Carbon Alloy
- Hardness
- Amorti+ (Elite soft behavior)
- Finish
- Satin Black (matte)
- Diameter
- 72 - 76 mm
- Weight
- 680 - 710 g
- Grip Pattern
- Available smooth or striated

Obut RCX
Rebond Contrôlé Inox featuring Impact Absorber + technology. Performance of a soft boule with the durability of stainless steel.
- New Generation Stainless Steel
- Semi-soft (with impact absorption)
- Excellent shock absorption
- Material
- High-tech Stainless Steel
- Hardness
- Semi-soft (Impact Absorber +)
- Finish
- Natural Satin
- Diameter
- 72 - 76 mm
- Weight
- 680 - 710 g
- Grip Pattern
- Available smooth or striated

Obut Red Rigid Throwing Circle
One piece rigid throwing circle from Obut used to mark the player's throwing position, with a 50 cm internal diameter that meets FIPJP requirements for rigid circles. Distinct from a folding circle.
- Rigid one piece ring
- High visibility red
- Meets FIPJP 50 cm internal diameter rule
- Internal Diameter
- 50 cm
- Colour
- Red
- Type
- Rigid

Reporter Bag (6 Boules)
Obut's flagship shoulder bag for two full sets of boules, with a dedicated foam tray for 6 boules and 2 jacks plus a full-length zip compartment for clothing and accessories.
- Foam tray holds 6 boules and 2 jacks securely
- Large main compartment for clothing and wallet
- Internal zip mesh pocket and open pocket
- Material
- Reinforced Nylon
- Capacity
- 6 Boules + 2 Jacks + Accessories
- Dimensions
- 40 x 25 x 15 cm (approx.)

Obut Retro Trainers
Vintage-styled Obut trainers with a polyester body for breathability and a shock-absorbing rubber sole, finished with an embroidered heritage 'La Boule Obut' logo.
- Fully enclosed toe and heel (FIPJP Article 39 compliant)
- Embroidered vintage 'La Boule Obut' logo
- Polyester upper for breathability
- Material
- Polyester upper / Rubber sole
- Style
- Retro / Casual
- Sizes
- 38 - 45

Obut Shooting Target Mat (Tapis Cible Tir)
Obut target mat for practising precision shooting, marking the target zone for training on the pétanque terrain.
- Target mat for shooting practice
- Marks the target zone
- For precision training
- Diameter
- 980 mm
- Thickness
- 12.5 mm
- Material
- Closed-cell polyethylene foam (red)
- Boule Positions
- 13 holes, 38 mm diameter
- Jack Positions
- 2 holes, 20 mm diameter

Obut Soleil
The 100% stainless steel soft boule. Ideal for players who want the low bounce of a soft boule combined with the legendary durability of stainless steel.
- 100% Stainless Steel
- Soft Hardness
- Highly durable
- Material
- Stainless Steel (Inox)
- Hardness
- Soft (Approx. 110 kg/mm²)
- Finish
- Satin Natural
- Diameter
- 71 - 76 mm
- Weight
- 650 - 730 g
- Grip Pattern
- Available smooth (strie 0) or striated (strie 1)

Obut Sport Trainers (Baskets Sport)
Obut sport sneakers designed for pétanque, with a breathable polyester body and a rubber outsole for shock absorption. Ships in the official Obut box with two pairs of laces.
- 100% polyester quarter for breathability
- Suede-look heel and toe with a velvety finish
- Breathable synthetic lining reinforced with 3mm foam
- Sizes
- 36 to 48
- Upper
- 100% polyester
- Outsole
- 100% rubber

Obut Superinox
The Obut Superinox is a semi-soft, FIPJP-approved competition boule made from a specially perfected and hardened stainless steel that gives it superior longevity, limited marking and very little rebound compared with other stainless steel boules. It is made in Saint-Bonnet-le-Chateau, France.
- Perfected stainless steel for extended longevity
- Semi-soft feel with limited surface marking and low rebound
- FIPJP competition approved
- Material
- Perfected hardened stainless steel
- Hardness
- Semi-soft, 115 kg/mm2
- Diameter
- 72 to 76 mm
- Weight
- 680 to 710 g

Obut Ton'R
The 'Thunder' boule. A soft carbon steel boule specifically designed for shooters who want a high-performance boule with an aggressive grip.
- Hardened Carbon Steel
- Soft Hardness
- Exceptional grip
- Material
- Carbon Steel
- Hardness
- Soft (Approx. 110 kg/mm²)
- Finish
- Satin Black (fades with use)
- Diameter
- 71 - 76 mm
- Weight
- 650 - 730 g
- Grip Pattern
- Available smooth or striated

Obut Two-Colour Point Counter (Compteur de Points Bicolore)
A terrain-side petanque scoreboard where the score is shown by two counters that slide along rails with stops. It is weatherproof and UV resistant, delivered assembled, and can be wall-mounted or fixed to the matching stand. Designed and made entirely in France.
- Two sliding counters on stops
- Highly legible numerals
- Weatherproof and UV resistant
- Dimensions
- 630 x 260 x 100 mm
- Weight
- 1.70 kg

Obut Vintage Leather Pouch for 3 Boules
Supple vintage-style brown leather pouch from Obut for one set of three boules, made in the Loire region of France with a push-button fastener. Carries a gold vintage Obut logo.
- Supple leather with vintage push-button fastener
- Gold vintage Obut logo
- Leather strap with top stitching
- Capacity
- 3 boules
- Material
- Leather

Obut Wooden Case for 6 Boules (Mallette Bois)
A beechwood presentation case made in the Jura region of France to hold six petanque boules, with protective foam and wooden partitions. The lid carries a rope handle and an engraved vintage OBUT 1955 logo, making it a gift-ready coffret.
- Made from beechwood in the Jura, France
- Holds 6 boules with foam and wooden partitions
- Rope handle on the lid
- Material
- Beechwood
- Dimensions
- 275 x 185 x 105 mm
Obut Basic X13.0 Trainers
Obut's premium petanque trainer, with a Nappa leather heel and tongue, a suede-like toe and heel finish, and a cushioned polyester/polyurethane insole for serious, all-day play.
- Fully enclosed toe and heel (FIPJP Article 39 compliant)
- Nappa leather heel and tongue
- Suede-like toe and heel finish
- Material
- Polyester / Nappa leather / Suede-like finish
- Style
- Sport / Competition
- Sizes
- 38 - 45

Obut measuring tape
Precision 2-meter measuring tape with a metal slide for settling close ends with millimetric accuracy.
- 2-meter reach
- Rigid metal blade
- Extendable slide for precision
- Material
- Steel / Plastic
- Length
- 2 meters
- Accuracy
- Class II
