MxV1 Putter Promises True Roll

One of the more intriguing putters to debut in 2012 is the MxV1 putter by MXV Golf.

According to creator Brian Wittman, "The MxV1 is a precision engineered, unique round-faced heavyweight putter featuring Center Strike Technology. The MxV1 putter offers true roll, no backspin with increased accuracy...The face is the exact diameter of a golf ball. It is tubular in shape with regulation grooves designed to deliver a confident, direct strike with no backspin anywhere on its surface."

As Wittman explained in an earlier interview on PutterZone.com, the concept was inspired by "Newton's Cradle," a popular desk toy that demonstrates conservation of momentum and energy via a series of swinging spheres.

The MxV1 putter features a 400-gram milled brass head with a black finish. It will be available in both center and offset shaft configurations. Pre-ordering has concluded, but you can expect the MxV1 putter to be available by March.

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TaylorMade's Newest Ghost: The Manta Putter

The Ghost family continues to grow, as TaylorMade is set to roll out the new Ghost Manta putter starting in March. In the meantime, you can expect to see it on tour in the coming weeks.

The Ghost Manta is the latest entry in our ongoing preview of the PGA Merchandise show, which begins this week.

According to TaylorMade, “The neo-mallet-shaped Ghost Manta takes a very clean and classic Tour-proven look, along with an advanced and modern technology that often comes in a quirky head shape, and combines them into one comprehensive putter.”

Also: “The weighting system of two 50-gram tungsten weights and a third user-changeable weight in the back-center of the sole provides high MOI and stability.”

Based on those descriptions, it sounds like the Ghost Manta is aimed at golfers who seek the performance attributes of the popular Ghost Spider putter, but in a more conventional visual package.

The Manta also adds a new alignment twist to the white Ghost finish, with a wide-bodied head featuring two black rails on the crown. These rails frame the golf ball and contrast with the white top to help improve alignment and visibility.

The putter also features TaylorMade's Pure Roll insert, which is designed to impart a smooth, accurate roll.

The cost of the TaylorMade Ghost Manta putter is $179 ($199 for belly putter versions). Look for it at your favorite golf retailer starting on March 23.

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Yes! Golf Returns with 12 Series Putters

After a brief hiatus, Yes! Golf is back under new ownership at Adams Golf and charging into 2012 with a new line of putters: The Yes! 12 Series.

Today, as part of our continuing preview coverage of the upcoming PGA Merchandise Show, we turn the spotlight on one of the leading models of the Yes! 12 Series: The Sandy 12 face-balanced mallet.

Happily, Yes! Golf is sticking with the proprietary concentric C-Grooves upon which the brand was built. These grooves are positioned at a 20-degree upward slant to lift the ball out of its resting position and impart topspin for enhanced accuracy and consistency.

The new twist, however, is the inclusion of a TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) insert that is now placed behind the C-Groove face, as revealed in the white line in the above photo. This insert is designed to reduce vibration for enhanced feel.

Yes! putters now also come in a white-over-black finish, reminiscent of the TaylorMade Ghost putters. The Sandy 12 features a "True Square" alignment system with three black sightlines framing the ball and a perpendicular black line along the topline. We have to say, the top view sure looks intriguing!

The cost of the Yes! Sandy 12 putter is $199 (satin) and $209 (white). It will be released to the retail market on March 15. Stay tuned for PutterZone.com's Yes! Sandy 12 putter review.

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The Greenside: Bettinardi, Never Compromise, SCOR and More

We are pleased to announce that the latest episode of The Greenside radio show is now airing at The Hacker's Paradise.

Co-hosted by THP and PutterZone.com, The Greenside focuses on the short game with an emphasis on putters. This latest episode delves into the new Never Compromise Sub30 putters, the Bettinardi Queen B putter (pictured here) and SCOR wedges. It also covers belly putters, and also teases a "hot" next show.

Please have a listen and share your feedback or suggestions for future shows:

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TopSpin Putter Gets in Gear

The TopSpin Putter is the latest entry in our ongoing preview of the 2012 PGA Merchandise show, promising to add a unique twist to the proceedings.

According to the company, "The TopSpin Putter is designed to get the ball rolling immediately. The putter face is curved at top and bottom, with a flat, grooved area in the center. Its curved upper section produces a gear effect, and the ball starts rolling immediately without any skidding, backspinning, or hopping. This is important because rolling balls create self-rotating energy and are less affected by grass."

In other words, the TopSpin Putter is a departure from traditional putters, which feature a flat, lofted face that is designed to lift the ball out of the natural depression in the green in order to achieve forward roll. The pursuit of truer, quicker forward roll has long been a driving force in putter technology, and the TopSpin folks are among the latest to propose a solution.

The TopSpin Putter is endorsed by Jack Kuykendall, a Golf Magazine Top 100 teacher and a professor of math and physics. The cost is $220, and it comes in a blade and mallet version. The putter is available now.

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The Scoop on Putter Fitting

Putter Perfection is the first guide to walk you through the modern essentials of putter fitting, offering clear and concise tips so that you can find a better fit for better results on the green.

PGA Tour professionals are fanatical about making sure that their putters are properly fitted. Why? Because they know that a proper fit is essential to maximizing your putting potential.

Yet most golfers still just grab a so-called "standard" putter right off the retail rack with little regard to how it fits, creating a recipe for trouble on the green.

Bad habits may be hard to break, but the truth is that there's no longer any excuse for failing to seek a better fit. After all, personal putter fitting options are rapidly multiplying at the point of purchase, and nearly all of the clubs offered by the top putter brands are available in different configurations that you can fit to your physique and your stroke.

In other words, it's time for you to take action and seek a better fit, and it's much easier than you might think. You just need to know what to look for.

Enter Putter Perfection by PutterZone.com editor Sean Weir. Putter Perfection is the first guide to give you the full scoop on putter fitting essentials—and how you can apply them yourself to achieve a better fit for better results.

Click here for a complimentary viewable PDF excerpt of Putter Perfection!

"Do you know how to make sure your putter is the right fit, and partner, for you? Weir goes through everything you need to know about types of putters: lie angles, lengths, loft and every other aspect you never thought of. But it is not a dry lecture. Chapters are quick...and explain what you need to know and why." -Bill Pennington, New York Times

"A very thorough guide to putter fitting. Sean's passion and altruism for all golfers is notable." -Pat O'Brien, putting instructor to major champions Zach Johnson and Stewart Cink and other PGA Tour professionals.

“A fantastic book chock full of information from beginning to end…I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to improve their putting.” -Reader Duey L.

"The book brings you the important information clearly written in a way that anyone can understand and in a way that makes it a joy to read." -Reader C. Ault

"A great read...This book can and will help anyone." -Reader William Cuebas

P.S. Putter Perfection was written with the gracious input of two expert technical advisors—Adam Sheldon, master craftsman for Never Compromise and putter designer for Cleveland Golf; and Pat O’Brien, putting instructor to major champions Zach Johnson and Stewart Cink and many other PGA Tour professionals, as well as the teaching professional at Lakewood Country Club in Dallas, Texas, and the global ambassador for the SeeMore Putter Company. Thanks to Adam and Pat for helping us spread the good news about putter fitting.

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SeeMore Introduces SB1 Platinum Putter

Continuing our ongoing preview of the 2012 PGA Merchandise show, we now turn our attention to the new SB1 Platinum putter by the SeeMore Putter Company.

The SeeMore SB1 mallet is milled from 6061 aerospace aluminum. The original SB1 features an anodized black finish, while the new version released this week features a platinum finish for a more traditional look.

The SB1's 335-gram head features three weight ports that come with pre-installed weight cartridges that create a total head weight of 360 grams. One or more of the weights can be removed with an allen wrench to customize the head weight. The weight ports bisect a raised spine along the crown of the putter. This spine gives the putter more of a center-weighted design, which is amplified when the weights are installed.

The SB1 also features SeeMore's signature RifleScope alignment system. A red dot on the rear crown of the putter is visually hidden by a blackened lower shaft when proper setup is achieved. Two parallel white lines frame the shaft to provide a further indication that the golfer is in position to make a consistent and reliable stroke.

According to SeeMore, "The SB1 and SB2 platinum milled putters are fast becoming some of our most requested head shapes on tour, particularly in the new belly versions."

The SB1 Platinum putter costs $250, and is available starting this week. At the point of purchase, you can choose from a wide range of personal putter fitting options, including length, lie angle, grip and head cover. The belly version costs $275, and comes with a heavier head weight of 390 grams with the weights installed.

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The New Piretti Forza Putter

Piretti Fine Putters continues to come on strong in the custom milled putter market, with the new Piretti Forza heel-shafted mallet leading the company's charge at the upcoming PGA Merchandise Show.

Today, as part of our ongoing advance coverage of the show, we take a closer look at the Forza and the vision behind it.

According to Piretti founder Mike Johnson, "The Forza is designed for the traditionalist and for golfers that favor an arc putting stroke."

The Forza head is precision milled from a solid billet of 11L17 carbon steel. The face features a deep milling pattern to achieve a softer feel at impact. Another selling point is that the offset on the Forza was acheived through the milling process rather than by bending the neck.

According to Johnson, "This unique manufacturing and design approach dramatically improves the consistency of the offset and loft of the putter."

The Piretti Forza putter has nearly full toe hang, and the head comes in weight options of 365 and 375 grams. You can also choose from a variety of lie angle, length and grip options at the point of purchase. The putter is available now for $295.

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Never Compromise Sub30 Putters for 2012

Continuing PutterZone.com's preview series for the 2012 PGA Merchandise Show, we now turn the spotlight on the new Never Compromise Sub30 putters, and specifically the Type 30 model pictured here.

According to Never Compromise, the Sub30 putters “feature a dual-material face insert of copper-infused aluminum and polymer in a two-piece basket construction. This combination offers soft, responsive feel and more control of distance and direction on every putt.”

Also: “Each Sub 30 putter has a unique face insert shape to maximize the performance of that particular model. The face insert height of the Sub30 is one of the tallest of any putter on the market, minimizing distance loss and maximizing accuracy on putts hit high on the face, one of the most frequent mis-hits on the greens. This enhances forgiveness to promote more confident, consistent strokes.”

The Sub30 Type 30 putter is a face-balanced mallet with a plumber's neck, a black finish and a black insert with yellow trim.

The Sub30 line also features four additional models with the same black finish, including the Type 10 heel-toe weighted blade; Type 20 slant-neck blade; Type 40 heel-shafted mallet; and Type 50 oversized mallet.

In keeping with the colorful precedent set by Never Compromise's high-end Gambler, Connoisseur and Dinero lines released last year, the Sub30 models feature their own individual sole designs with creative paintfills. Six head cover options are also available for the Sub30 putters.

The initial four models will be released on March 1, with the Type 50 to follow on April 1. The blades will cost $139, while the mallets will cost $179. Belly versions will be available for $199.

Never Compromise made an epic comeback in 2011 with the aforementioned high-end milled putters, and the Sub30 putters look poised to carry that positive energy over into more affordable territory.

Stay tuned for PutterZone.com's Never Compromise Sub30 putter review.

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Odyssey ProType Putters for 2012

What will be the best putter of 2012? That's a question that will always up for interpretation and debate.

But at the upcoming annual PGA Merchandise Show on January 26-28 in Orlando, the golf world will certainly get a vivid sense of where the putter market is headed this year.

Of course, not everyone can make it to Florida, so PutterZone.com is giving you an advance taste of the show, featuring new putters for 2012 over the next several days, starting with the new Odyssey ProType #2 putter, which belongs to Odyssey's new ProType Tour Series.

In the words of Odyssey: "Our design team has taken the feedback from many Tour pros and developed putters that enhance feel and offer a great look and performance."

The ProType #2 is a classic heel-toe weighted blade milled from 1025 carbon steel. According to Odyssey, the carbon steel produces similar performance characteristics to stainless steel with a softer feel.

The ProType #2 putter also features a "deeper, sharper milling pattern on the putter face that increases interaction between the face and the ball for better feel, truer roll and more consistency."

A cool twist is that "golfers will have the opportunity to truly personalize their putter, selecting among six different colors for their grips and putter head paint fill."

The ProType Tour Series features six models total. The cost of the ProType Tour Series putters is $269, or $299 for the ProType 2-Ball model. Look for them to be available starting February 17.

Another line of putters to look for in 2012 is the Odyssey Metal-X putter series, which feature dual-layered insert with an "aluminum striking layer" for crisp feedback. Stay tuned at PutterZone.com for our Odyssey Metal-X putter review and Odyssey ProType putter review.

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Weighty Tips for Belly Putter Fitting

In earlier stories, we tackled the topic of belly putter fitting from the vantages of putter length and putter balance.

We now turn our attention to another key factor in belly putter fitting: head weight.

Belly putters typically come with heavier head weights than their traditional counterparts. Indeed, it's not uncommon for a belly putter's head to weigh 50 or more grams than its standard-length counterpart.

However, this can seem counterintuitive, because with a traditional putter, you typically lighten the head weight as you lengthen the shaft to maintain a controllable swingweight.

For added insight into this topic, we consulted an expert on heavier head weights: Stephen Boccieri, creator of the Heavy Putter. He explained that the swingweight dynamic of a belly putter is different because of the force required to anchor it.

"Because a belly putter is anchored to your body, you create an upward force on your body to maintain the connection," Boccieri says. "This force is more than a normal putter, and in itself will make the putter feel lighter. Without adding more weight to the putter, the element becomes very unstable. A good way to better understand this is to take a shaft without a head and hold it up against you body and watch how it is almost impossible to make a stroke without the shaft going into a rotational tailspin."

Boccieri also noted that belly putters come with a heavier grip and shaft for enhanced counterweighting.

"It's not only head weight that helps the situation," he says. "It is the combination of additional head weight, a heavier ski pole shaft, and a belly putter 21-inch grip of typically 130-plus grams that adds to the overall weight and overcomes the upward force phenomena. In the case of the Heavy Putter Belly Putter, we add a backweight which adds even more weight and promotes more stability."

According to Boccieri, the belly putter phenomenon is opening golfers' eyes in terms of exploring alternative concepts such as the Heavy Putter, even if they decided to stick to a traditional length.

"We are looking at a very interesting opportunity for Heavy Putter this year, in that many golfers are looking to try something different to improve their putting," he says. "Opening the door to try something is a great way for us to introduce our belly putter, but at the same time it allows us to show golfers that they can get the same stability as a belly just by using our conventional length Heavy Putter and they don’t have to learn a whole new putting technique."

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SeeMore m1 Belly Putter Review

As we turn the corner into a new year, belly putter mania shows no signs of abating. Indeed, many golfers remain anxious to bag a belly, inspired by the remarkable success of the belly putter in the later half of the PGA Tour's most recent season.

Among the major players in the surging belly putter market is the SeeMore Putter Company, led by the m1 ($350), a signature SeeMore model that could be considered the crown jewel of the company's belly putter portfolio.

Does the original SeeMore m1 get lost in translation to the belly putter format, or is it a smooth transition? Following is PutterZone.com's SeeMore m1 belly putter review.

The Storyline

Since its relaunch five years ago, the SeeMore Putter Company has been at the forefront of offering personal fitting options, so it's no surprise that they would now be among those leading the charge to offer an impressive range of belly putters. In fact, SeeMore now offers more than 20 of its original models in a belly putter format.

However, it's worth noting that SeeMore hasn't just jammed a long shaft onto its existing putter heads. All of the belly putter heads have been retooled with added weight to fit the needs of the belly-style stroke, and the longer shafts are fitted with the requisite long grips.

The m1 belongs to the SeeMore mSeries. The mSeries putters are 100-percent milled in the U.S.A., and the SeeMore m1 putter is crafted from 303 stainless steel. As with all SeeMore putters, the m1 features the company’s signature RifleScope alignment system. A red dot on the rear crown of the putter is visually hidden by a blackened lower shaft when proper setup is achieved. Two parallel white lines frame the shaft to provide a further indication that the golfer is in position to make a consistent and reliable stroke.

The m1 belly putter weighs 380 grams, and the loft is 2.5 degrees. It can be ordered from SeeMore in a wide variety of custom lengths (38 to 47 inches) and lie angles (66 to 74 degrees). You also get your choice of one of nine head covers. The m1 has a mid-range toe hang with a straight shaft that enters the head just behind the center line.

The View from PutterZone.com

You know that a putter design is a winner when it perseveres for five years in today’s hyperactive golf equipment market. Indeed, the m1 is the design that drove the re-boot of the SeeMore brand in 2007, and it continues to be a centerpiece of the SeeMore mSeries.

I’ve always loved the m1 putter that I reviewed nearly years ago, so it’s hard not to be enthusiastic about the belly putter version right out of the box. The quality of the workmanship and the suppleness of the feel are both top notch. In other words, with the belly putter version of the m1, the story remains largely the same.

That said, there are some added things that the m1 belly putter brings to the table. As noted in a recent piece on PutterZone.com, the belly-style stroke tends to generate an arcing path, as opposed to straight back and straight through—a tendency that perfectly fits both the balance of the m1 as well as SeeMore’s RifleScope alignment system.

Indeed, the m1's toe hang favors an arcing stroke. Similarly, by visually hiding the red dot at setup and throughout the arc of your stroke, you maintain a visual cue for consistency in both your address position and putter path. The result is a putter that uniquely serves the inherent attributes of the belly style stroke.

The m1 belly putter serves another rule of thumb in the world of belly putters—heavier head weight. The 380-gram head is 45 grams heavier than the original iteration of the m1 putter. This added weight brings stability to the belly style stroke, as the anchoring of the shaft to the body can make a lighter head feel unstable.

The SeeMore m1 belly putter is also an aesthetic winner. Let’s face it, a lot of commercial belly putters aren’t exactly things of beauty. The extension of the shaft, along with the extra-long grip, can turn a charming traditional putter into something that, while it may be effective, isn’t terribly attractive.

The m1 belly putter, however, manages to look quite graceful. SeeMore smartly went with a simple black on the grip accented only by a silver brand lettering that matches the color of the head. The blackened lower shaft of the RST system also provides a nice visual counterpoint to the long black grip. The m1 head, which can look slightly oversized at a traditional length, looks perfectly proportioned to the longer and larger belly format.

Lastly, as a putter fitting fanatic, I must applaud SeeMore's commitment to offering a wide range of fitting options at the point of purchase. The right fit is crucial for golfers who are embarking on their first belly putter experience. With the m1, you can choose your length down to the half inch and dial in your lie angle at no extra charge, enabling you to establish a proper fit right out of the gates.

The Bottom Line

The SeeMore m1 putter is a proven winner that translates seamlessly to the belly putter format, blending old advantages with fresh tweaks to create a formidable flatstick. From looks to performance, the SeeMore m1 has to be considered one of the finest belly putters on the market.

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New TaylorMade Ghost Manta Putter

TaylorMade's Ghost family continues to grow with the introduction of the new Ghost Manta putter for 2012.

According to TaylorMade, the Manta boasts the high-MOI advantages offered by the Ghost Spider putter but "packaged neatly in a more traditional one-piece neo-mallet shape."

“The Manta takes a very clean and classic Tour-proven look, along with an advanced and modern technology that often comes in a quirky head shape, and combines them into one comprehensive putter,” says Michael Fox, global product manager, putters and wedges.

In other words, Manta should be popular with golfers who appreciate the performance attributes of the Ghost Spider, but who want something more conservative in the visuals department.

We have previously covered the benefits of the Ghost line's white finish. The Manta, however, adds a new alignment twist with a wide-bodied head featuring two black rails on the crown. These rails frame the golf ball and contrast with the white top to help improve alignment and visibility.

The Manta also features two 50-gram tungsten stabilizing sole weights, along with an adjustable weight in the center of the sole. It will be available in double-bend and straight shaft configurations.

Look for the Manta on tour in the weeks ahead, and for it to be available at retail on March 23 for $179, and $199 for long and belly versions.

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Insider Interview: Bettinardi Putters

Five years ago, famed putter designer Robert Bettinardi generously accepted our invitation to become the inaugural interviewee for PutterZone.com's Insider Interview series. Ever since, we've always looked forward to catching up with him to learn about what's new and what's next at Bettinardi Golf.

Heading into the new year, Bettinardi has teed up a suite of BB Series and Studio Stock models for 2012. He has also been active on the accessories front, recently releasing a new line of licensed NFL and MLB putter covers.

Another exciting addition to the Bettinardi putter portfolio is the Queen B Series, starting with the Queen B1 and Queen B2 (pictured here) putters for 2012. The Queen B putters are precision milled in the U.S.A. from soft carbon steel and boast a striking cashmere bronze finish.

We recently caught up with Bettinardi to learn more about the Queen B and other new putters for 2012. Following is our exclusive interview:

With the new 2012 BB Series and Studio Stock Series putters, what was your vision for building upon the 2011 models?

Very simply, to make the line look extremely elegant and perform just as well. And I will tell you that the response has been over whelming.

Several new models in the BB and Studio Stock series feature widened flanges, such as the “boxcar” look of the BB35 and the wide body of the SS9. What performance advantages can some players gain from going wider?

A wider body gives you the impression of more mass behind the ball. It’s a very sturdy look and it produces results. I use the BB35 right now.

What was the inspiration behind the Queen B series—including the name—and what makes the Queen B putters special?

The Queen B putter was inspired by my wife Ann. She has told me for years that there needs to be a ladies line strictly for the ladies….no pink grip added onto a man's putter, no chartreuse lettering, etc. So we have a true ladies putter now. The funny thing is that we sell about 50 percent of them to men.

Can you explain the Honeycomb face technology found on your putters, and what benefits it provides? Some folks may wonder how a textured face is used to achieve the flattest surface possible.

Honeycomb facing is my way of making the face flatter than a normal fly mill finish. When a machine fly mills across the face it produces extreme heat. This heat leaves a concave area in the center of the putter face from toe to heel. You cannot see it with the naked eye but it is there. I personally would rather have a textured surface that I know is flat across.

What’s next from Bettinardi Golf?

We intend to continue to make the best.

Thanks, Robert! Stay tuned for PutterZone.com's Bettinardi Queen B putter review.

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The Fringe: SCOR Wedge Review

The wedge is the spiritual sibling of the putter.

Like the putter, the wedge is often a thing of visual beauty. Like the putter, the wedge spurns the machismo of the driver and other long clubs, favoring finesse over power, and ever focused on the art of scoring.

Nevertheless, the wedge is often an afterthought in the bag of the average golfer, treated more as a necessity than an opportunity: “Gotta have a sand wedge, right? My set came with a pitching wedge, so I got one of those, too. And I saw Lefty hit an amazing flop shot with a 64-degree wedge, so I grabbed one of those—even though I can’t really hit it. But hey, look at my $400 driver, watch me grip it and rip it!”

Which brings us to SCORGOLF’s comprehensive suite of customizable 4161 wedges dedicated to raising your “short game intelligence.” Now you have no excuse to tread the course like a Neanderthal, beating balls down the fairway but scratching your head as you near the hole. Now is the time to improve your short-game IQ with a more strategic approach to populating your bag.

Under The Hood

“What do you think you’d shoot if you were better inside 120-140 yards? Very simply, if you want to shoot lower scores...you need a better short game. So, at SCORGOLF, we are declaring war on the short game. We’ve started by introducing the most revolutionary re-design of scoring clubs ever. And we’re complementing that with the most advanced short game fitting system anywhere. The result is the most comprehensive package of innovative technology ever developed for your short range performance.”

-Patented V-SOLE combines high and low bounce qualities to match different lies
-Progressive weighting for precise trajectory and enhanced distance control
-Proprietary short game-specific shafts for feel and control
-Available lofts of 41 to 61 degrees, covering a full range from short irons to lob wedges

-Custom built and made to order
-Starting at $149 for one club, $399 for a matched set of three clubs

Why It Rocks

Simply put, SCORGOLF enables you to step into the virtual tour van and take firmer control of your short game. The array of fitting options is stunning. At the point of purchase, you can choose your shaft type and flex, as well as length, lie and grip size. Lofts can be dialed into one-degree increments from 41 to 61 degrees, and the clubs accordingly feature progressive weighting and design. SCORGOLF also offers an online fitting platform to help guide your selections.

In other words, from the comfort of your own home, you can easily build your own custom wedge set to become a true sniper around the green.

In terms of core features, the V-SOLE technology is our favorite aspect of the 4161 wedge, with its benefits being as much psychological as mechanical. A traditional wedge with high bounce favors a fluffy lie, while a wedge with low bounce is better for tight lies. But what if you need the distance of a particular wedge, but that wedge’s bounce is at odds with the lie of your ball? If you’re like us, you often psyche yourself out worrying about it, surrounding your short game with a state of uncertainty.

The V-SOLE takes the guesswork out of it. You no longer have to worry about your bounce angle, because it’s the one thing you don’t get to choose when selecting your 4161 wedges. With the V-SOLE, the main part of the sole features what would be considered a low bounce, but the leading quarter of the sole features a high bounce. In other words, these wedges combine high and low bounce into each club. We found this feature to instill confidence, which was enhanced by the fact that the V-SOLE did, indeed, prove to be very versatile across a range of lies.

We could go on and on about these clubs, but that's not how we roll at The Fringe, where brevity is considered a virtue. Nevertheless, we can't wrap it up without a few quick words about the aesthetics of the 4161 wedges. They simply exude elegance, with a stylish minimalism on the graphical front. The overall package presentation of the 4161 wedges is impressive, too. They come snugly tucked into a specialized box with slim Velcro head covers; a bag tag with spots to note your established yardages with each club; and an owner’s information packet that reminds of you of the specifications of each club in your set. Well played, SCORGOLF.

The Bottom Line

SCORGOLF's 4161 wedges offer a remarkable range of fitting options combined with innovative technological features, making them an excellent choice for golfers who want to raise their scoring game.

About The Fringe
The Fringe is where PutterZone.com roams "beyond the green" in search of golf's hottest new gear. This occasional series is reserved for products that truly earn the spotlight by demonstrating superior quality and ingenuity.

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