oaks Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 So I was looking at my bag and my collection of putters over the weekend and was trying to figure out why some of my putters work better for me than others. We all have some putters that are prettier than others, but also all seem to have one or two that continually gravitate back into our bags, no matter how hard it is for us to try and shake our bag free of them. For me I have tried and I have tried to get my handmade custom TP Mills back into my or even my Odyssey Works Tank 7, but no matter what I do or how much I don't want it to - my Daddy Long Legs works and looks comfortable to me. I hate the putter when I just pick it up, but behind the ball it works and I have had the most success with it in the long run. Who else has a putter like this? M3 460 9.5* - ACCRA TZ6 M5 X2 Hot Pro - 15* Aldila Tour Green X TaylorMade Jetspeed 19* w Matrix HM9 Mizuno MP-63 4-P Project X 6.0 Cleveland RTX4 - 50, 54, 60 Toulon Portland w P2 React Grip 2019 Players 4 - Pro V1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaidJacket Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 I have many putters. Some I have tried but they never made the cut for one reason or another. Others are older models I've retired. Generally, I never go back to an older putter once it's been put out to pasture. I stick with a putter usually for a very long time. My Sun Mountain bag currently includes: 771CSI 5i - PW and PFC Micro Tour-c 52°, 56°, 60 wedges EXS 10.5*, 929-HS FW4 16.5* Willimette w/GolfPride Contour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDGolfHacker Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 I've gone through maybe 6 putters. I've stuck with the Bettinardi C03 because of its looks and feel. Cut it down and put a superstroke grip on it. Jury is still out on it as I may have cut it too short now and I'm not sold on the larger putter grip, plus I've been hot and cold with it. One week I couldn't miss a putt, then next week I couldn't hit the side of a barn. Picked up a brand new Nike Method M5-10 as an impulse purchase. Still something about the C03 keeps it in my bag. 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...
Liberty Ball Markers Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 I have a thing for carbon steel blade putters with a flow neck. I currently have a Scotty Cameron Circa '62 #1 in the bag. I also have a Studio Design #1 and #2 that come and go depending on a consistent miss left or right (1/4 shaft of offset difference between the three putters, otherwise identical specs). Things I don't like: Anything with an insert Anything with a cavity Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy http://www.instagram.com/libertyballmarkers/ http://www.birdie-bomb.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSauer Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 I currently game a Cleveland TFI 1.0, and I'm starting to really enjoy it. I've had it for a while. I recently ordered a Ping Sigma G, that I am still waiting to receive, because I loved how it felt after being able to demo it. However, as of the past couple weeks, I've been rolling my TFI so well, I'm scared I won't want to change once my Ping comes in. I hope that isn't the case. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Driver: Aerojet 9* | Hzrdus Black Gen 4 Fairway: G410 3W 13* | Alta CB 65 Hybrid: TS2 18* | Tensei AV Blue 70 S Hybrid: iCrossover 20* | Kai'li White 80 Irons: P790 5-PW | DG S300 Wedges: Vokey SM9 | 52, 56, 60 | DG S200 Putter: Link.1 | Accra x LAB --- LAB Golf Link.1 Review --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RexS Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 I have gone thru a lot of putters over the years but, the MLA is my fav. Even more than the Scotty I had years ago. The Yes Groove Tube I have is the funkiest looking putter I have ever owned though. Max Superlite 9.5* Driver Fly-Z XL 10.5* Driver Fly-Z XL 16* 3 Wood Fly-Z XL 19* 5 Wood Mid Rescue - 2, 3, 4, & 5 Hybrids M2 - 6 Hybrid 588 Altitude 7-PW Tour Action 588 52* Gap wedge Smart Sole 58* San wedge Frontline Elvado Single Bend 33" putter (testing) Target Adixion 33" putter Velocity Golf Balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jmikecpa Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 I love the look of a heel shafted blade and can't putt a lick with them and yes I own a bunch of them. Thought I would hate my Scotty Newport 2 dual balance at 35" and turns out the putter is money. I own a room full of flatsticks that were good ideas when I bought them. WITB 2024 Driver: Qi10 LS 9* Ltd. HZRDUS RDX Smoke Blue 60 TX Fairway: BRNR Mini Driver Copper 13.5* Evenflow Black 75g 6.5 Fairway: Sim 19* HZRDUS Red 75g 6.5 Hybrid: 0317x 22* KBS Proto 95x Irons: X Forged CB 5 - PW MMT 105 TX Wedges: Jaws Raw 50*, 54* & 58* TTDG "OG" Spinner Putter: Toulon Madison BGT Fire 34.75" Ball: Z Star Diamond Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 I only have 4 putters. and one of them was the Nike that I tested for MGS last year. It didn't make it in my bag, so I am stuck with my Boccieri Heavy Putter that I found for $40 in a Golfsmith used bin about 8 years ago. I like the weight and it fits my putter stroke, but it is not a pretty putter. It's even pink since it's a 32" ladies putter. I thought it would look better with a custom putter grip, but putting lipstick on the pig didn't help. Still searching for that heavy sexy lady. “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...
Jmikecpa Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 I only have 4 putters. and one of them was the Nike that I tested for MGS last year. It didn't make it in my bag, so I am stuck with my Boccieri Heavy Putter that I found for $40 in a Golfsmith used bin about 8 years ago. I like the weight and it fits my putter stroke, but it is not a pretty putter. It's even pink since it's a 32" ladies putter. I thought it would look better with a custom putter grip, but putting lipstick on the pig didn't help. Still searching for that heavy sexy lady. Kind of like trying to make this thing look pretty. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy WITB 2024 Driver: Qi10 LS 9* Ltd. HZRDUS RDX Smoke Blue 60 TX Fairway: BRNR Mini Driver Copper 13.5* Evenflow Black 75g 6.5 Fairway: Sim 19* HZRDUS Red 75g 6.5 Hybrid: 0317x 22* KBS Proto 95x Irons: X Forged CB 5 - PW MMT 105 TX Wedges: Jaws Raw 50*, 54* & 58* TTDG "OG" Spinner Putter: Toulon Madison BGT Fire 34.75" Ball: Z Star Diamond Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badfish Posted March 29, 2017 Share Posted March 29, 2017 One of my hobbies is refurbishing and customizing old Ping putters. I love the history, the influence, and the wide range of designs. But I can't putt with them. Instead I play a Futura. Essentially the opposite of classic design. S57 DG S300 stiff M1 430 8.5 Matrix Black Tie Tour Wedges stiff SLDR 16* mini driver Fuji Speeder stiff SLDR 21* hybrid Fuji Speeder stiff Futura Superstroke mid slim 2.0 project (a) #7's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oaks Posted March 29, 2017 Author Share Posted March 29, 2017 Kind of like trying to make this thing look pretty. IMG_1936.JPG Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy What is that? M3 460 9.5* - ACCRA TZ6 M5 X2 Hot Pro - 15* Aldila Tour Green X TaylorMade Jetspeed 19* w Matrix HM9 Mizuno MP-63 4-P Project X 6.0 Cleveland RTX4 - 50, 54, 60 Toulon Portland w P2 React Grip 2019 Players 4 - Pro V1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jmikecpa Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 What is that? Yes! Putter from the Adams years. I won it in a church raffle. I think it was some form of penance. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy WITB 2024 Driver: Qi10 LS 9* Ltd. HZRDUS RDX Smoke Blue 60 TX Fairway: BRNR Mini Driver Copper 13.5* Evenflow Black 75g 6.5 Fairway: Sim 19* HZRDUS Red 75g 6.5 Hybrid: 0317x 22* KBS Proto 95x Irons: X Forged CB 5 - PW MMT 105 TX Wedges: Jaws Raw 50*, 54* & 58* TTDG "OG" Spinner Putter: Toulon Madison BGT Fire 34.75" Ball: Z Star Diamond Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NathanMc Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 I buy older Acushnet bullseye putters. Sand them smooth. Get a green/blue patina on them with salt and ammonia. Clear coat. Then replace with new grip. I absolutely love the feel of brass. Laugh if you want but I get a lot of compliments for a putter I invested $30 in. Sent from my SM-T330NU using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liberty Ball Markers Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 I buy older Acushnet bullseye putters. Sand them smooth. Get a green/blue patina on them with salt and ammonia. Clear coat. Then replace with new grip. I absolutely love the feel of brass. Laugh if you want but I get a lot of compliments for a putter I invested $30 in. Sent from my SM-T330NU using MyGolfSpy mobile app There's some putter ho's around here that need some pics!!! http://www.etsy.com/shop/LibertyBallMarkers http://www.instagram.com/libertyballmarkers/ http://www.birdie-bomb.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NathanMc Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 Sent from my SM-G920V using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NathanMc Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 I do not clear coat face. Just polishing. Sent from my SM-G920V using MyGolfSpy mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullldog Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 I played & play with putters 99.999999% people balk at.. Boccieri Heavy putters. Just putt well with em. Currently using a H1 center shafted belly cut down to 35". 2nd favorite is the L3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liberty Ball Markers Posted March 31, 2017 Share Posted March 31, 2017 @NathanMc is gonna fit right in around here! Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy http://www.instagram.com/libertyballmarkers/ http://www.birdie-bomb.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted March 31, 2017 Share Posted March 31, 2017 I played & play with putters 99.999999% people balk at.. Boccieri Heavy putters. Just putt well with em. Currently using a H1 center shafted belly cut down to 35". 2nd favorite is the L3 OMG! Another Heavy Putter user!! Mine is a women's 32" C2-DF clocking in at 900 grams. So easy to make a pendulum swing, but it is not a looker. “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...
dadivots Posted March 31, 2017 Share Posted March 31, 2017 I have the old Odyssey; old as the hills now. Had to go look to see that it is a Dual Force 662. Went through a couple early on and the Cameron too got traded off somewhere as this went back in in short order. The love hate is the B60 in the closet. It is the only other one still around as it is a thing of beauty. As much as Ide like to put her back in service once in awhile there she stays, tempermental thing she is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadivots Posted March 31, 2017 Share Posted March 31, 2017 I played & play with putters 99.999999% people balk at.. Boccieri Heavy putters. Just putt well with em. Currently using a H1 center shafted belly cut down to 35". 2nd favorite is the L3 Frank Thomas of aldila fame who did the recent Wilson Driver promo has had a putter out for awhile. Saw one once and would try one of these myself as many of the hot ones today may very well stem from this. The Frankly Frog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFitzroy Posted April 1, 2017 Share Posted April 1, 2017 Oh my gosh, do I remember putting with the flange Bullseye!! I may be using the ugliest putter ever made....and Oddessy Backstryke blade. I keep trying new putters but I just make more with that strange tool! Jim the retired Golf Course Superintendent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDGolfHacker Posted April 1, 2017 Share Posted April 1, 2017 Oh my gosh, do I remember putting with the flange Bullseye!! I may be using the ugliest putter ever made....and Oddessy Backstryke blade. I keep trying new putters but I just make more with that strange tool! I love that putter! I seem to make every putt at the store. Kinda funky looking for sure, but it worked for me. Not sure why I didn't jump on it though.. 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...
dadivots Posted April 1, 2017 Share Posted April 1, 2017 "So I was looking at my bag and my collection of putters over the weekend and was trying to figure out why some of my putters work better for me than others." I've talk with people about this a time or two; why one works best. It seems to me there is more to "looks" with putters than meets the eye(s). Of course they have to look good to you, until that goes out the door for the tool that works, and then it seems it is down to weight, or feel, and results. But what me and some crones found to be true for the most part is that the putter that lines up with your eye(s) best, given where you play the ball from is the one people go to time after time. For example, I putt with my head/left eye over the ball. FWIW I have always been able to putt, and finding and keeping the putter I have was a result of it being easiest to "see" for me. Squaring it up and being able to stroke it up and down the line is what my putter does for me, my eye, and my ball. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acemkr9 Posted April 5, 2017 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Is that the bullseye m5 flange? I putted with one for years. acemkr9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ridgewalker Posted April 11, 2017 Share Posted April 11, 2017 I bought a Odyssey Works Versa 7 last year. It's really helped my aim and I tend to make good strokes with it. However... I've had a lot of trouble getting the feel of it. I think either the swingweight on it is pretty light, or the face is relatively explosive. Whatever it is, I started 3-putting a lot and quite often my second putt would be over 10 feet. There were two rounds I had over 40 putts where traditionally I come in around 32-34. For the two rounds I've played this year it's been quite good - only 3 putted once. But that may be because the greens are really slow, making distance control much easier. So yeah... it's been a love-hate relationship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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