Putter Clubs

Nearly 50% of golf shots are putt shots. As the most used clubs in a game, putter clubs are generally at the end of a game: to send golf balls from the green to the hole. When turf is cut low or when surface is smooth are other instances that call for use of putter clubs.

There are three basic putter club designs.

Mallet putters are face-balanced putter clubs. They have large and flat sole, weigh heavier than other putters, and look like a baseball cut in half. This design allows the center of gravity to be placed far away from the club face resulting in reduced backspin on putts. Mallet putters are best for backstrokes and straight through.

Blade putters are rectangular and built with more right angles than mallet putters. They are preferred by more golf professionals for their versatility, alignment aid, and for providing more feel of the ball at contact.

Peripheral putters are toe-balanced putters and work best for golfers with in and out strokes.

Putter clubs have three length types: standard (32 – 36 inches), belly (41 – 46 inches), and long (48-56 inches). Putter length is the most crucial variable in achieving quality putts. It should suit your stroke, allow your shoulder to relax, and line up the ball to your target without making any adjustments.