Jiro Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 I was browsing eBay last week ( I know, dangerous) and randomly found and subsequently bought a Jiro putter. I have no idea what it is or what the history with it is but I suspect this is a one-off homemade putter made by or for someone with said name. Looks to be from a few decades ago. If you are wondering, it feels and performs exactly how one would imagine just based on looking at the picture, meaning this thing ain't making anyone's most wanted list. On the other hand, if your name happens to be Jiro and you are a golf enthusiast, this just might be the paperweight of your dreams. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Launcher HB Driver 10.5* | Launcher HB 5W | Launcher HB 3H and 4H | Launcher CBX Irons 5-PW | CBX Wedges 50*, 54*, 58* | TFI 2135 Cero Putter | Q Star Balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 Sweet! How cool would it be if it is the best putter you have ever used and it stays in the bag. Might be worth even having it spec'ed to your stroke. “We don’t stop playing the game because we get old; we get old because we stop playing the game.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hckymeyer Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 Awesome find, hang that puppy in the man cave! Driver: SLDR w/ Fujikura Ventus Black 3w: '16 M2 hl w/ Diamana D+ 82 5w: Launcher HB w/ HZRDUS Yellow Hybrid: 22 deg. Launcher HB w/ HZRDUS Black Irons: 5i - gap Launcher CBX w/ Nippon Modus 3 125 Wedges: 54 CBX & 58 Zipcore w/ Nippon Modus 3 125 Putter: Red 7s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBones Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 That's a pretty awesome find. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Follow @GolfspyBones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfergus7 Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 Wonder if it is an old putter from this line. http://item2.gmarket.co.kr/English/detailview/Item.aspx?goodscode=590997128 Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fireinthehole Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 That's an interesting story. Like the nod to the movie Jiro dreams of sushi Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy My Mixed-Bag: Driver: Mavrik Sub zero, ventus black 7x Fairway: Still looking! Irons: MP-18 MB 4-PW Wedges: Miura K Grinds Putter: Evnroll 1.2 blade Ball: Z star XV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiro Posted March 14, 2017 Author Share Posted March 14, 2017 That's an interesting story. Like the nod to the movie Jiro dreams of sushi Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Great movie for those of you who haven't seen it. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Launcher HB Driver 10.5* | Launcher HB 5W | Launcher HB 3H and 4H | Launcher CBX Irons 5-PW | CBX Wedges 50*, 54*, 58* | TFI 2135 Cero Putter | Q Star Balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiro Posted March 14, 2017 Author Share Posted March 14, 2017 Wonder if it is an old putter from this line. http://item2.gmarket.co.kr/English/detailview/Item.aspx?goodscode=590997128 Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk No idea. It has no markings besides the name. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Launcher HB Driver 10.5* | Launcher HB 5W | Launcher HB 3H and 4H | Launcher CBX Irons 5-PW | CBX Wedges 50*, 54*, 58* | TFI 2135 Cero Putter | Q Star Balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiro Posted March 14, 2017 Author Share Posted March 14, 2017 Sweet! How cool would it be if it is the best putter you have ever used and it stays in the bag. Might be worth even having it spec'ed to your stroke.I can tell you this is definitely not the best putter I have ever used but I am looking forward to taking it out on the course every once and awhile--probably for work tournament scrambles. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Launcher HB Driver 10.5* | Launcher HB 5W | Launcher HB 3H and 4H | Launcher CBX Irons 5-PW | CBX Wedges 50*, 54*, 58* | TFI 2135 Cero Putter | Q Star Balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted March 14, 2017 Share Posted March 14, 2017 There was a patent for the Jiro putter around year 2000. Seems like it was abandoned. Is that it? http://www.google.com/patents/US6110057 “We don’t stop playing the game because we get old; we get old because we stop playing the game.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiro Posted March 14, 2017 Author Share Posted March 14, 2017 There was a patent for the Jiro putter around year 2000. Seems like it was abandoned. Is that it? http://www.google.com/patents/US6110057 Great find Kenny. I think that this is the putter in the patent. It has those bumps on the face of the putter--haven't ever seen anything like it. I was thinking it was from the 90s or so, so 2000 fits the timeline. Maybe this was a prototype. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Launcher HB Driver 10.5* | Launcher HB 5W | Launcher HB 3H and 4H | Launcher CBX Irons 5-PW | CBX Wedges 50*, 54*, 58* | TFI 2135 Cero Putter | Q Star Balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey East Coast Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Liked your post solely for the thread title. Shredder Stand Bag / TP SLDR S Mini 16* / Pro DHy 18* / Baffler 7w 20* / King F6 irons 5i-GW / J15 54* / Sierra 101-Soft / Z-star balls / all shafts regular flex / Lamkin Crossline Ace 3GEN oversize grips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDGolfHacker Posted March 20, 2017 Share Posted March 20, 2017 That's an interesting story. Like the nod to the movie Jiro dreams of sushi Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Now I want sushi for lunch, lol. MDGolfHacker What's In This Lefty's Bag? Driver: TSR2 11° Project X HZRDUS Black 4G 60g 5.5 Flex Fairway Woods: F8 3W Project X Even Flow Blue 75g shaft Fairway Woods: Hybrid: TSR2 18° Graphite Design Tour AD DI-85 Shaft Irons: 2021 T200's 4-GW AMT RED shafts Regular Flex Wedge: Tour Satin RTX 4 Wedges in 52° and 56° 2 Dot Putter: Gray Matter TDP 2.2 32.75" Bag: Three 5 Ball: PRO V1 / Z*Star RangeFinder: In search of new range finder Social Media: Facebook: MD Golfhacker Twitter: @mdgolfhacker Instagram: mdgolfhacker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiro Posted March 21, 2017 Author Share Posted March 21, 2017 The first time I hit this thing I disliked the feel but it has really grown on me. So much so that I cut the shaft down to my height and put a new grip on it and will put it in the bag for awhile. The face has these little dot protrusions that give a pop sensation off the face, so feels different than a typical putter but starting to get used to it. Now it's got me thinking about putting a proper finish on it (it is raw carbon steel right now so clean canvas). I've got a few ideas but open to suggestions if anyone has any good ideas on how to finish it. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Launcher HB Driver 10.5* | Launcher HB 5W | Launcher HB 3H and 4H | Launcher CBX Irons 5-PW | CBX Wedges 50*, 54*, 58* | TFI 2135 Cero Putter | Q Star Balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stage1350 Posted March 21, 2017 Share Posted March 21, 2017 I always recommend copper for carbon steel putters. It's maintenance free, and patinas up nicely for a rich, worn look that darkens over time. You can also specify satin for anti glare. Tour Issue Callaway GBB Epic Sub Zero 9° / Graphite Design P9003 TX OR Tour Issue Taylormade M1 430 9.5° / Graphite Design P9003 TX Tour Issue Callaway XHot 3 Deep 13° / Graphite Design DI-10 TX Tour Issue Callaway XHot 3 Deep 13° / Project X T1100 95g 6.5 Tour Issue Titleist 915Hd 17.5° / Graphite Design DI-105 X Tour Issue Callaway BB Alpha 815 18° / Graphite Design DI-105 X Scratch AR-1 v2 3-PW / Tour Issue Dynamic Gold X7 Raw Bridgestone J15CB 3-PW / Tour Issue Dynamic Gold X7 Scratch FIT 54°DS and 60°DS / Tour Issue Dynamic Gold X7 Bettinardi H2 Forged 54° and 60° / Tour Issue Dynamic Gold X7 Rotating 8802 style putters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted March 21, 2017 Share Posted March 21, 2017 The first time I hit this thing I disliked the feel but it has really grown on me. So much so that I cut the shaft down to my height and put a new grip on it and will put it in the bag for awhile. The face has these little dot protrusions that give a pop sensation off the face, so feels different than a typical putter but starting to get used to it. Now it's got me thinking about putting a proper finish on it (it is raw carbon steel right now so clean canvas). I've got a few ideas but open to suggestions if anyone has any good ideas on how to finish it. IMG_1891.JPGIMG_1892.JPG Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy And I even like the colors! Go Beavs!! “We don’t stop playing the game because we get old; we get old because we stop playing the game.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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