SCOTTY CAMERON SPECIAL SELECT PUTTERS WHY ALL THE MOANING

[@MarkCrossfield]

What putter do you want and what putter do you game?

[@johnhill2424]

2018 newport select its a keeper mark and staying in the bag

[@andygreen1677]

I want an Odyssey Stroke Lab one. I game an Odyssey Stroke Lab One 😀

[@zxgopher]

Use a phantom 8.... would love a phantom circle T

[@JonathanMundy0]

I’d like to try the new triple track. I currently have an Odyssey S7 (I think?!)

[@JonMacLean]

I game a Scotty Cameron Studio Select Newport 2. I want to buy a cheap GOLO 7 and pair it with a breakthrough golf tech stability shaft.

[@niccarmosino7896]

If someone is complaining about the price I’d like to know what they spent on their last driver, you use a putter 2-3x’s more a round. Most important club in your bag, get one you want to use, practice with and have confidence. I game a fastback Scotty that I was fitted, best one for me.

[@johninnsaford]

Got one a few years old. Can never see myself changing it. Just love it as an object.

[@TheVintageGolfer]

The popularity of Newport 2 is a testament to the Karsten ideas. I'm glad Scottie is making premium putters, top quality.

[@stephenbeach1933]

So funny hearing you say that a lot of companies mimic the newport shape, when it's a ping copy...!

[@Kinny202]

STEPHEN BEACH $$$s will make you say anything 😁

[@bm2844]

@@Kinny202 Umm... he's sponsored by Srixon/Cleveland/XXIO now mate.

[@chevy4x466]

Yup, I had a ping like that in the late 80’s. My wife bought the same shape in a Cleveland putter which was on clearance for about $60.

[@ashleyburgess9063]

Yet the Scotty can along and perfected the shape and feel

[@JBSchroth]

I've been using a Futura for decades. I can't see myself ever changing - it felt like part of my body the first time I picked it up, and it has every time I've used it since then. It was "expensive", but I've never regretted the price - the confidence it gives me and the feel I have holding and putting with it are worth every. single. penny. I've put up with many, many years of constant "looks like a potato masher" comments - which strangely seem to stop once I drain putt after putt with it. Easily the best piece of equipment I've every bought or used!

[@chrisbarker671]

Got my Scotty Newport two pro platinum for my 18th birthday 20 years ago, I will never change as it’s part of me now.You get what you pay for in life and over a life time they are great value and just bloody brilliant!

[@chrisobrien6192]

Your candid reviews are appreciated. You have opportunity to hit them all and have better skill ( ball striking ) than majority of recreational golfers. Keep up the great work.👍🏻 Thank you Mark

[@walleyewannabe]

When you own something as pretty as a Scotty you want to practice more and this in turn helps you hole more putts

[@Deploracle]

I bought a Newport in 1995 and I never play golf without it. One must cleave to a Scotty, never let it go. It must grow with your game and you will see great value over time. The face is so fantastic, the sweet spot pure (especially with old Balata balls). If you need to take some heat off a short putt, hitting a little off-center gives a fraction less power proportional to how far from the sweet spot you hit it. It's a precision instrument. I hadn't played in a couple of years so went and hit the practice greens. No warm up needed, it was as if I had just played a round yesterday. It's part of me, part of my game, now. The putter is "blued" steel and requires an oiling every once in a while. I have put several drops of oil in the wool of the head cover and it keeps well, even on moist days. Once I stopped the new putter every season routine and committed to one it did improve my putting substantially through greater confidence and consistency.

[@warrenmays2300]

Yes, played a Scotty Delmar for a year, by far the best feeling putter I've ever used. Problem was my putting stats went to crap, from an average 1.7 putts per green with my old 'used bin' Ping Anser to 2+ with the Delmar. Sold it and bought a new fitted Ping Anser. I've always wanted to try one again, maybe a Newport 2 this time.

[@jonvig4771]

One of the best and honest reviews on KZbin, exactly what I want in a video!!!👍

[@stevegrimwood5109]

I personally got one of the selects last year and what I love about it, is it feels so beautifully engineered it does inspire confidence, so when I miss putts I look at what I'm doing wrong as opposed to the putter misbehaving!!

[@golfmonthlysales9641]

Got fitted for a scotty 2 years ago. Had the square back as I wanted a compromise between a blade and a mallett and this worked for me. Love it, every time you use it it just just makes you smile. These new range are very similar but just equally lovely. Never change they are just classic designs. Great vid bruh!

[@KennieKatGolf]

I play a Scotty Futura 5W, but like you I have a few Scotty’s. Huge fanboy. EVERY manufacturer makes putter combos that will work for you. None of them are better or worse when fit properly. I don’t understand why people waste their time with the price comment. It’s not news. Everyone knows they are premium prices. Let’s move along to something else.

[@Ouscazz]

Tested 3 different Scotty Cameron at the pro shop. Lined up four 24 feet putts with the Special Select Fastback 1.5. Three balls ended up within a foot, and one in the hole. Went right back in and bought the putter. I'm totally stoked!

[@tylerlove2052]

Love the fact you went through the comments right off the bat. I think they’re great putters and also a status symbol. I laughed at your comment of “if you lay it on the floor it doesn’t do anything” 😂

[@rayhayduk3668]

If you’ve played golf for any length of time, you know spending $600 for a putter is not going to lower your score. It might increase your enjoyment, might make you feel special, might make you the envy of your foursome. But if you want to trim strokes with the putter it’s going to take hours of practice every week. Put in the time and improve. Stop trying to be the Porsche owner of the golf world. I could give a damn what’s in your bag or what you drive but put up a few sub 30 putt rounds and I’m impressed!

[@rrward1]

Great honest review, you buy one because you want one not because you’ll suddenly put like a pro!

[@joshmarks8996]

So glad they have gone back to the solid milled face instead of the insert, I will now be purchasing my first Newport 👌🏽

[@KennieKatGolf]

Josh Marks I need another Scotty like I need another hole in my head but I’m with you. I’ve wanted a solid Newport for a while but didn’t want to refurbish an old one. Definitely. Picking one up.

[@joshmarks8996]

Kennie Kat Golf awesome, I wonder if they will be below the £300 mark or if £320-£360 is just the standard price now, I believe I payed £265 for my Scotty Cameron futura

[@Cdub33]

Josh Marks Can only speak for price in USD, but the new line is $399, which is the same price they were at for the 2018 release.

[@joshmarks8996]

Christopher Wilkins yeah I thought they would be around £360 so works out I think, thanks!

[@nickcarroll87]

I wonder why they tried the insert then bailed on it just 2 years later...

[@richardjames5700]

I'm a Scotty Newport 2 user and I love it - I'm holing more putts but that's because I enjoy practicing more with it and agree it's a bit of kit to cherish and keep pristine - love it

[@newagenomad]

I used to play a Taylormade putter, which I putted quiet well with. I picked up a scotty Futura 5.5m and fell in love with it and my putting has never been better. Felt more balanced than anything I've ever used. Crazy money but for the results I'm seeing, probably the best value club in my bag

[@thebigeasy8609]

Well done on the intro sir! I personally would never buy a Scotty because of price. I've ALWAYS wanted one but could never justify buying one when it most likely wouldn't make any more putts than my old PING ZING 2. That being said my wife God bless her surprised me for our 25th wedding anniversary with a brand new Scotty Newport Select back in 2016. I love it. It looks so so good and feels like heaven. So I say if you want one get one whether it's new or used you won't be disappointed.

[@cmhurryit]

They're gorgeous, they've given a ton of thought to why we miss putts and come up with enough designs to help nearly anyone. I'm a fan. Would love to have one.

[@ianwoollard2063]

Got the Flowback 5 yesterday. It’s a beautiful thing,practicing now to get my speed control dialled in. A much softer feel than my old Odyssey. A milled putter feels quite different. I love it

[@goose9120]

Hey Ian, sorry for digging up an old comment. Do you still use the flowback 5? I have, what I would call a minimal toe flow, and want to get one, but no shop around me stocks them!

[@ianwoollard2063]

@@goose9120 It’s still in use and much loved. I don’t know if they’re still available in store and I can only speak for Australia. See if you’re able to order directly from Scotty Cameron’s website. Good luck

[@goose9120]

@@ianwoollard2063 Thanks for replying mate. I meant in stock in order to try them in person, can still order them online at the current!

[@deadlymantis4210]

Yep. I went from a Wilson putter to a scotty Newport 2. Love the scotty, love the weight in the hands and during the stroke. I can control distance far better with it, just gotta work on the line.

[@ferguselworthy9559]

Just got one, my first scotty. More importantly I talked to the guy in the shop and he put me on track man and let me play with a few different styles and models of putter. I learned more about myself and my ability to putt as much as I did about what putter I think I like. Bottom line is If you are spending top dollar for a premium putter make sure you get fit and try out everything. Good shops will offer this and spend the time helping you find your best match.

[@Adrian-yv8sy]

i find when you have a club like putter that you have spent a bit of money on and you love it it makes you want to go and practice your putting also find it funny how people question paying big money on a putter which will hit 30-40 times a round and have no concerns paying 500 quid on driver which will hit 14 times or so

[@fergusreeverealestate.7409]

I got a custom fit, custom Edel putter last year. I love it. Boosted my confidence and improved my putting by virtue of being fit to me. I only chose that brand Cos it looks cool and there was a genuine custom fitter near by (as opposed to a shop that just hands u different putters till you choose one.) so it was specifically made for ME. I track my putting on arccos and in the 4 months I’ve had my Edel, my average putts per round has dropped from 34 to 31 and I have been under 30 multiple times. For me that is a huge win. If I just “bought confidence” by buying that putter then so be it! 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@dubby1010]

I think a coffee tutorial/review is much needed!

[@GatorNate5]

Jason Hauser agreed!

[@jdpst20]

I'm rocking a Older White Hot Putter and I got it about 5-6 years ago and while it has been decent and I've just never really hit any other putter. I bought it from a main golf store and that was that. After hitting a SC Flowback 5 specifically a 34'' fit to my swing style I noticed a consistently better stroke feel and ball roll than with my older putter. Putted in the golf shop for about 30 min. I didn't buy it yet but I plan to go back and check it out again to get a second feel and put back to back with my old putter "blade style" The Face balance of the SC putter felt way more natural to my swing and the weight of the club felt balanced and more easy to swing naturally in a pendulum motion than my older putter was feeling forced. It's all preference but I LOVE the look of the putter too and I think that really has a lot to do with confidence in your putting.

[@Philliprecio]

Owned 6 Cameron’s over the years, once I purchased my Tulon strokelab putter there’s no way I’d ever go back to be honest. Love how they went back to the fully milled face with no insert, though......Looks fantastic.

[@robertbencangey6207]

I hit the Special Newport 2 today at the golf shop. Noticed it's heavier weights in the sole, but the overall swingweight was a standard D7. Wondering if the head is smaller as the grip doesn't appear to be a counter balance? I might give the Squareback a go. For some reason I've had good success with that model.

[@apaulmcdonough2170]

Scotty made a smaller, thinner, thus Lighter Head so that he could then place this "saved weight" into the Removable Weights. *More Toe and Heel Weight in the Special Select Newport, Newport 2, and Newport 2.5 ONLY.* ALL other Models still use the original 10/15/20 Weights. *Scotty made 3 "Mid Mallet" Putters that still look like their Original "Blade" Shapes.*

[@PGRPGRPG]

I'm gaming 2 2020 Scotties. PHANTOM 5.5 and Select Del Mar. Those are beasts I do enjoy every day I play. Look, Feel, and sound are very pleasing, and quality perception is second to none. Performance remains always on my side. sometimes stellar, sometimes crap... Isn't that what Golf is just about? Thanks Scotty for a great job, and happy if it brings you a growing business.

[@bigleaguechew55]

Glad to hear the odyssey perspective. I’ve been playing a protype black 2 ball for 7 years and thought 100% I was going to walk out of the store with a special select Newport 2 this year. Couldn’t get past the firmness. I hated it compared to the soft odyssey feel and was really disappointed. As much as I thought I wanted that putter, I just couldn’t do it!

[@SilverfoxThe]

I said to myself I’d never use one. Then I tried a Phantom X5 at a SC fitting day. I love it, and not just coz it’s a Scotty.

[@tonycluley7544]

I just love my Newport Select! I know it cost a lot of money but less than the current range of drivers which lots of golfers buy without any qualms. I take care of my putter and hopefully it will last for a long time which is more than I can say for my other golf clubs!!

[@gee2478]

I bought a Scotty (Newport 2) 2nd hand from EBay 6 years ago and sent it off to custom shop to get re-milled and pimped. Total cost around £500 Which is a lot of money to me ( It was a real treat) but I've been using it for the last 6 years and will still probably be using it in another 6 years. I've been through 3 drivers and 2 sets of irons since then so it hasn't really worked out that much over the time I've had it.

[@markhoffman5887]

Fun comment! Scotty Cameron 2020 member kit just arrived. Den caddy / cooler, head cover, shaft band, and lapel pin for same price as a standard den bag online. Higher quality than I expected. Will hold loads of balls & misc items for indoor hitting / putting practice area. Or use it for ice & beers while watching the big game! Well done Scotty Cameron!

[@MarkJohnson-bs4hp]

I would probably not have bought a Scotty Cameron putter in years gone by but when my Odyssey face insert was wearing and the ball was not coming off consistently, I decided buy a new one. That was also when I retired and my company gave me a cash sum as a retirement present - but I had to spend the money on something physical and present a receipt. Consequently, the sum directed me to more expensive putters - so I have a Scotty and I have always felt comfortable with it.

[@sudman6251]

I own 4 Scotty’s from 2005 through 2016. To me, they’re modern works of art. They hang on my wall as such...🎨

[@TomLuck]

I bought my first Scotty today, I've always wanted one. A Newport 2 brand new. I bought it because I wanted a blade and if I'm going to spend $250 on something I don't love the look of versus $400 on a work of art I can keep the rest of my life. It's a no brainer.

[@winnie5322]

My Newport 2 is genuinely the only club I have which I never think about changing. Love it.

[@MrAshtute]

I have a bettinardi.. Cost me similar to a Scotty... Bought it about 12 years ago.. Doubt I will ever change it... Been the best putter I have ever owned. So.. Had it 12 years hopefully at least another 12...so is it expensive?

[@simonchadwick3607]

Bettinardi worked for Scotty Cameron between 1993 and 1998 before setting up his own company. I’ve had my Scotty for over 15 years and see no reason to change. Use it at least twice as much as my driver. Makes me chuckle that people spend as much as they do on the latest, longest drivers but don’t want to spend any money on a putter that will decades.

[@MrAshtute]

@@simonchadwick3607 well some people I know change putters every 6 months thinking it's the putters fault not theirs that they keep missing. Yes I know he worked for Scotty but the apprentice has become the master imo. I think the bettinardi i have (CO1) I got about 12-13 years ago. I am limited with my equipment choices because I'm left handed so not all clubs are made in left hand but as soon as I hit that putter I knew I had found the one. Took it out on course and holed my very first putt with it... A nice 12-15 footer... Will be my putter till I stop playing golf.

[@simonchadwick3607]

I’m with you in that I love my putter and see no reason to change. Putting is vastly underrated in terms of importance to the score by far too many golfers imo. I’m not saying SC’s are the best putters in the world simply because of their price. But I don’t understand why people don’t want to invest as much money in a putter as they do in a driver for instance. I’ve seen some Bettinardi putters and they are beautiful.

[@MrAshtute]

@@simonchadwick3607 most important club in your bag 👍

[@neilcampion5265]

I had a £50 (mid price point back in the day) putter from American golf back in the day and went to a pro shop to upgrade and get fitted to the new nike Method. While I was waiting I saw the scottys in the corner and decided to have a go. First two I was thinking “ok”. I picked up the third (Newport 2.5) and everything about it felt out of this world. I walked straight to the till with it and handed over 182 notes and said thank you very much. It’s still in the bag today and the only thing that would make me change is a full custom with maybe edel but then when I think about it I practice like he’ll to ensure consistency for my fitting and I fall back in love.

[@Jonnymemo38]

SC putters are quality. Simple. Their brand is seen as being the pinnacle of excellence. Your early comments are spot on Mark. Online criticism usually says more about about the critic. I have a Scotty and while it is excellent, it is not the favourite putter I own.

[@johnanderson6614]

Biff from Back to the Future wants his jacket back! 🤓

[@chrisball9368]

What is he wearing?

[@jlash259]

John Anderson lmao someone buy this man a beer!

[@ackers43]

😂😂😂😂👍👍

[@barrymills8597]

Got 2 Scotty Cameron putters and wouldn’t change them for the world. Had one of them for some some 25 years......still class. These new ones look great.

[@chandlerbryan1793]

I bought an Odyssey two-ball OG last fall to replace my 40-year old Ram Tom Watson blade. The change to heavy high-MOI mallet was relevatory. But (my eyes are wonky) I was having trouble with alignment so I defaced my nice putter by penciling a center line and it has made a world of difference. I'm very happy with it and I'm a fan of the soft feel.

[@beaney56]

When I decided to change from my Newport 2, alignment was my number 1 criteria. I tried all the 2 ball range and I was impressed. But the phantom 8.5 won hands down. I got alignment and quality of strike all in one.

[@apaulmcdonough2170]

I've never met an Odyssey 2 Ball that Wouldn't Miss Left! 🙄

[@josephpagala5388]

I appreciate the fact that golf isn’t linear. Technology takes the lead and then fashion takes over. It’s not necessarily the new release that will have the most up-to-date technology.

[@mcfly2727]

Phrase for 2020 is definitely: doo-bee-doo. 😂👍👍👍🔔

[@adrianholden]

Treasuring and loving your putter surely leads to a subtle subconscious confidence when you pull it from the bag. I have a lovingly personally restored SC that makes me happy just looking at it. Surely that feeling over a full season equates to shots?

[@jonathanlawson5812]

The topic is interesting. I own a few Scotties from the past 25 yrs. 1997 Newport (received as a gift), 2000 Newport Slant neck (recieved as a club pro), X11 (shop demo), and a 2018 Laguna (shop demo). So I've paid about $600 for putters. I still game each of them from time to time and enjoy the moment I take them out of their headcover (18 times a round, usually). The Laguna is my daily favorite, and I am excited to practice with it. I don't have any other clubs in my bag that I use from the early 2000s, although I have MP 68s from 2012ish, and Titleist 690MB from 2000 that I enjoy playing with on a few rounds a season. My point being, they don't lose much in price value (if any), and the "technology" doesn't really get outdated just updated. Even though I know this, I take quite a bit of time to pull the trigger on a new putter.

[@jameswhelan1567]

Loved my Newport 2.0 which was bought from a large retailer off the shelf before fitting was seen as normal on a putter, changed to my PXG where the fitting was second to none

[@trickmoon]

As far as the idea of holing more puts, I can say yes in my situation coming from a Kirkland. It could have been any big brand name but Scotty was the first taste of a better feeling putter and I’ve been more confident and rolling the ball smoother than my previous. Top brands bring that solid feel compared to others.

[@unseriousbaseball]

Currently gaming a Scotty Newport Select 2 (not special) and I got it not solely because of performance. I got one because I just like the way it feels and how it looks. That's it.

[@ssgenx2847]

Happy they stayed away from the removable face and went back to one solid piece

[@robertbogdan7058]

I've only gamed two putters in my life. An Anser that I bought in the early 80s and then 3 years ago I got a Scotty that looks like my old Ping. I bought the one I use specifically because it DIDN'T have an alignment line. For some odd reason that really really appeals to me. I'll likely play that Scotty until I finally can't golf anymore.

[@mikelilly2545]

I think any putter, whatever brand, that over time helps you improve your distance control, is a well made putter. I think the quality of Titleist putters allows you to do that. If you can get better at predicting how far you’ll hit a putt, green reading becomes easier which makes it easier to hole more putts.

[@BuffaloNickel9]

Yep in my opinion distance control is the absolute most important part of putting. You can't get the ball to the hole you'll never make the putt no matter what your line is but if you miss your line a little bit you can still make a putt with the correct distance control. Also if you miss your line you can still make a putt because you could have chosen the wrong line or you could have been lined up improperly lots of ways to make a putt without hitting your line or even when you do hit your line.. But if you can't get the ball to the hole you'll never make the Putt and if you hit it too far past the hole you'll never make the comeback putt. All the putter fittings in the world can't help you with distance control they can help you with face path and alignment and roll but not distance control which is why so many people I know who've had a putter fitting had very little improvement. None got worse but very few improved.

[@emjayemjay888]

I had a scotty 2.0 and bought it for all the reasons you have said, pretend you're on tour, Tiger effect, even put a super stroke on it eventually, possibly the Jordan effect, still the most expensive club I've bought. Recently switched to an Odyssey 7 just because of the shape, find at the moment I have more confidence of where aiming but the scotty will never leave the collection and I'll continue to pick it up every now and again to get the feelings back. As you said, not sure there's another brand you can say that about.

[@TINGSTARR]

Will it make you hole more putts? Yes... and... no... ⛳️. I have three scotty’s and can say definitely YES. It’s more of a state of mind. Great content, Mark.

[@ianowen3992]

I’m still gaming my circa 62 No.1 which I bought new many many many years ago I only use it when the greens are dry now as it’s the soft unfinished head Cleaned and re oiled after every round. Yes it wasn’t cheap but as a games per pound I’ve had excellent value. Oh and I’ve still got the pitchfork

[@malcolm1170]

Scotty putters are beautiful and worth every penny. It’s the most used club in the bag and should bring confidence to the holder. I love mine as it’s amazing and it gives me confidence when in my hands.

[@Finbar79]

I had a California Del Mar for a season but found I didn’t have the same feel as my previous Odyssey Marxman. Ended up getting lucky and a mate swapped me for a Spider Tour. I don’t think I’ll buy another putter again! I love that Spider!!

[@ssgenx2847]

bigron25 spider will go down in history as the greatest putter eventually. I have a scotty and spider tour, and spider holes more putts. But scotty just looks sexy and not as clunky in size to be in the bag .

[@Finbar79]

@civicious genx it is so good!!

[@joeheasley8046]

They’re expensive but when you really think about it it’s the most important club in the bag and if you really like it you could use it your whole life if you want too. It’s a putter so it’ll last as long as u want it too. Plus u r going to pay over a 100 bucks to get a solid putter to begin with might as well splurge it is worth it. Consistent putter with great feel and instills confidence

[@rikh78]

i thought they were very overpriced, then picked one up in a shop to have a look and the milled face just seemed like such a quality piece of engineering that i got it. I then bought a used one for less than a new Odyssey or PING that i will keep forever.

[@geeman6274]

What makes me laugh about putters is people think you are crazy buying a Scotty but have a much more expensive driver in the bag. Which they use once a round and can't flipping hit. I'm a relatively new golfer and have a Scotty Newport 2 standard blade which I love! Thanks for the video!

[@jetdr]

I have used a Cameron, a Ping Answer and a Yes Putter. All 3 worked well and feel awesome. Sometimes I Putt better with the cheaper Yes, really depends on my game that day or what course I am on. But the Cameron and Answer are worth every cent. All subjective to your income.

[@jasonsmith8087]

Bought a special select Newport 2 this year. Beautiful putter. Think it’s the best Scotty made so far.

[@JonathanMoosey]

Same people complaining about overpriced putters are the same people dropping ridiculous amounts of money on a driver

[@suffolkessexseafishing8451]

Each to their own , I wouldn't change my scotty for nothing but that is just me , when I take my scotty out of the bag I always think the amount of work that's gone into it and the quality materials , does it make me putt better in my eyes yes because the confidence I have with that ....

[@mitchleask1368]

One thing I've experienced since owning a premium milled putter (not a Scotty) is that I can't see myself replacing it. This means I'm going to use the same putter for years instead of months like previously. This is another consistency in my game that I didn't have before.

[@gwn860]

Cameron putters fall under the heading of, "If/when it ain't broke then don't try and fix it.". Cheers Mark.

[@station2station544]

2:08 I have the same car. Model 3 Performance, Gray over white. Ive seen a few Model Y's on the road, early employee deliveries, over here stateside.. Black hardware, window trim and door handles. Its beefy looking, but no higher off the ground that the model 3. Identical clearance (for what it's worth, it's a model 3 with more storage and a more vertical sitting position)

[@leontaylor5490]

I'm with coach.... tiger played one so i bought one !! Had a red head cover and a pitch repairer shaped like a whistle...! Lovely putter... all scotty's are Lovely. Some you putt great some you don't..! Great vid guys xx

[@sline73]

At this price range.... it's more about brand desire. Why buy BMWs, Audis and Mercedes? Because they can and that's what they want. Love the comments and concerns but at the end of the day people will buy what they want. Always loving the videos.

[@michaelpungock716]

I think it funny when most of my bros that play, will spend more every year on a new driver with hopes of little gains. But cringe when looking at the price of a scotty. Drive for show putt for dough. Lol

[@ssgenx2847]

Michael Pungock fax

[@jacobmccain8082]

Driving is probably equally important IMO. Being able to put it in the fairway vs in the bushes or OB. May hit fewer shots with it, but you lose as many shots as being a bad putter in hazards, OB, and trouble shots if you cant hit driver.

[@michaelpungock716]

I totally agree with you. I just find it funny that alot of us out there will spend 600 dollars plus in a blink of an eye to get the latest in greatest driver. Over a grand for irons and 200 per wedge every year or so no problems. But a putter over 300 bucks wtf where they thinking, it's a putter. I look it this way 14 holes on a 18 hole course you might use driver. You're use your putter at least 20+ plus times in all honesty more like 36( two putts). Why do we cringe at putter cost when its truly the most important part of bag. I'm in the same boat I wait till final clearance sales for putters but I touch that new speed zone and ask the kid selling it, hey you guys take american express right?

[@priesty1234]

Michael Pungock because putting is boring to most and most people just want to hit something very far, dunno why you find it weird, quite normal actually

[@michaelpungock716]

I get it! There is nothing better than crushing a golf ball. That's why at practice facilities you sometimes can't find a place to hit right away but practice green is always open. Two questions would rather hit every drive 300, or one putt every green? And do you think we are so quick to buy new drivers because the manufacturers and reviews push them more than putters? Not saying you put a scotty or any high-end in your paws your going to make everything but why is it we will spend big money on everything else. When putting is the most vital thing in the game. Object of the game is to get the ball in the hole. Not a long driving show

[@jporter504]

I purchased my first "expensive" putter last year. I definitely can tell the difference, especially inside 5 feet. However, the strokes gained have been minimal because my inability to read the greens is still my weak link. Give me a second chance to make a putt and the new putter excels.

[@Thehockeystop97]

I’ll be buying one this Saturday this second they come out, been waiting for a new Newport 2 without any inserts

[@mickspsmith]

I have an old 20 odd year old scotty studio No2 got it a few years ago... When new they had the oil can blue rainbow colour, but rusted with slightest of ease... I git it professionally refurbished and I get compliments all the time. I can say it's a proper blade and I have and do putt best with it...

[@enemyvirus]

I play a Futura X, second hand from a mate for the last couple of years. Previously a odyssey Sabertooth which I had for a number of years. I have to admit there is something about a scotty that made it special.

[@DanB-]

One of the best parts of a Scotty is the Custom side of things, that being said I would always buy second hand, you cant lose any money then and in the long term will cost you £0 to own just sell it when you change. They are very strong on the second hand market.

[@ryanferguson3769]

Don’t think I’ve ever really loved the look of a putter like the squareback/Newport and the m craft. Keen to see what 2020 bring from other companies

[@danmcarthur8077]

Scotty Cameron's hold their value too and have and certainly will have value as a collectors piece.

[@jlash259]

I play an old 2004 Scotty Newport 2.5 that I more or less commandeered from my boss about 7 years ago. I’ve bought many putters over the years, all different head shapes and necks but nothing seems to fit me like that Scotty. I’ve tried out newer model Scotty’s and I just don’t like the way they look and feel. Not that they don’t look and feel amazing, but I’ve gotten so used to the feel of my Scotty and how I swing it, nothing else compares to it. Now I’m not saying my old beat up Scotty is better than anything on the market, because it’s not. I’m just saying it’s what I like and what fits me best.

[@whogg0521]

I think you both hit it on the head. I still have my Newport 2 from 2003. Bought a Bettinardi and love that. But when I laid my eyes on my current Fastback, and then putted with it. Sweet Xmas. I would keep going to the golf store and putt with it and finally said, F it, you are coming home with me.

[@tomfletcher7625]

Totally agree, the high price is part of what makes it desirable to some people, you either want to spend £350 on one or you don't.

[@dmedenton]

I was once naive about Scottys as well... Until I got one. I love the look and feel and it ultimately makes me more confident while standing over the ball. I've been gaming the Futura 5W for over two years. The putter is the MOST USED club in your bag! People don't bitch when they spend $500+ on a driver that they hit maybe 12-14 times a round. How many times will you hit your putter per round? Don't lie... It's over 30 and possibly 40 or 50 depending on your ability. Could you spend less? Of course, but it's ultimately what YOU prefer. Haters gonna hate, bruh!

[@robertalmeida3180]

Put a Newport 2.5, which I got at a huge discount, new, in the bag in June. I've putted with the same Ping Anser since 1985. Putt equally well with either. The Anser is my "winter" putter here in New England for the reason, I don't have to deal with the head cover in the cold. Like Coach, I don't want to ruin the piece of art, Scotty.

[@heydrewstudio]

Treated myself to a Scotty a few years ago - it is lovely :)

[@nickmarr1]

Excellent , even-handed, common sense discussion about what is, aside from what it does/is, a beautiful piece of craftsmanship. 👍🏻

[@brockkunz]

I have a over 20 different putters but only 2 are scotty. They are an art like asset to me. Something to have and love and treasure. Still just an average putter but they make me feel so pretty in my hands. Haha

[@stephencarroll5346]

Did not go through a fitting for my scotty but i did try every single one at the shop over several days and picked the one that worked the best. Then i ordered it fresh 🙌 was the newport 1.5 black finish. A real beauty.

[@jhoefer99]

They’re gorgeous. I’ve had one for over 20 years, another for 7 and a third for 2 years. I got one for my 18th bday, traded for one and sold a driver for the third lol. Tigers clearly still works too

[@nategage3312]

I have the 2018 Select Newport. Actually just sent it to the Custom Shop! Been waiting for these all week!

[@davidcrawford352]

People spend almost £500 on drivers and don’t seem to question it but you only use that club 14 times a round max and you use a putter double that so you could argue its value for money relatively. If it feels nice for you, helps you and gives you confidence for whatever reason then buy it wether it’s £30 or £300

[@johntemplin7100]

I've had many , I think it just boils down to if you really want one well you will buy one, there is a lot of other brands with the same price tag, nothing beats a Scotty

[@Lynch84]

Love my Newport 2.5 I’ve had for a few years now. Plan to keep it for many more. It’s just like playing blades after awhile. They get dinged up and faces turn brown and you’ll want a fresh set. You don’t really want a big change just a new set. I’d say the same for one of these putters.

[@oogzie7539]

Yeah, I turned 50 last year, so I treated myself to a premium putter. But rather than going for a Scotty, I decided to go for an Evnroll ER2. Reasons are twofold... Reason 1. I wanted to buy a putter that was different. It seems that everyone plays a Scotty. Reason 2. The feel of the Evnroll was much nicer (softer) in my opinion. Once I tried it in the shop, I kept going back to it.