One year using LAB golf Mezz putter - Did it work?

[@Teightrsalad]

I have the Mezz.1 and I have to admit, it is really hard not to start the ball on your intended line. Basically removing one of the three factors involved in putting is a game changer.

[@javiervigil2511]

I finally had the opportunity to try the L.A.B putter, and was amazed at how it feels. It felt automatic, all I had to do was swing the putter and it did the rest. I never felt like the putter fought me, it just did it's thing.

[@chrisb9478]

I tried 1 at PGA Superstore. They do have a magical feel. It felt really soft, smooth moving & much easier to judge touch to the hole than I imagined. And I play with a nice Taylormade Soto putter. Huge difference

[@JRadian]

At 6:47 mark, you can see the bottom middle 2 screws are rusting while stainless steel weights are not. If Mezz is watching, something to improve upon?

[@seanconnors7639]

I got to believe that most people who are trying LAB putters , myself included, are more than happy to switch to a different stoke since the current one isn’t working too well!

[@ianburton9223]

Impeccable presentation of putting. Really encourages me to find out more about this brand and discover how the technology works and just what adjustments are needed. In fact, KZbin has put your LAB Golf DF3 putter review as a recommended next video.

[@scotpage5526]

I've used a bullseye putter for 30 years, tried a mizuno mallet putter for 2 years, but am now back to the trusty bullseye putter. Today I holed out 10 one putts! Nothing beats the feel I have with it because of it's simplicity.

[@primafacie6442]

Same I use an 8802 and the feedback and control is second to none.

[@jaytucker4338]

Right! ...So, how much do you want for your 30 year old Bullseye? (Joking...joking.)

[@simonhutt6424]

If you’ve used it so successfully then why even think of changing. Confidence on the green is so important. Nothing worse than hitting a green and then having no confidence with your putter is soul destroying.

[@paulmcgee1867]

It's KZbin 😂

[@itsjustashow]

Because he needed to keep up with his 1 a day useless topic video

[@ILoveGreatThings]

Yeah his reasoning made no sense. Even if his stroke isn’t matching he already has such great results then why switch.

[@DrKevron]

For clicks

[@jts09]

I switched to an Axis1 Tour putter a few years ago. At the time, I thought it had a very unusual look, but compared to the LAB putters, it's pretty conventional. Love the putter.

[@leeschwabe3854]

Thanks for all the great content. With this putter, starting at about 6:30 in the video, is that rust on the center screws?

[@Aaron-nj4ou]

That is what it looks like to me as well. Incomprehensible at this price.

[@RaidersGolf19]

To me they like look like copper coloured screws … not rust? They are smaller, so likely a different weight?

[@jondaly8227]

Hi Andy. How did you get fitted for the model you have. Did you do the remote fitting service. Seems a bit of a risk as these putters are not cheap.

[@timdench2583]

Glad that you’re keeping it in Andy. I’ve read other reviews which have mentioned about getting used to a slightly different putting stroke, but I’ve not found this with my LAB ‘Directed Force’. As I’ve mentioned in other reviews, it’s a great piece of kit and by being better at putting has taken a lot of pressure off my short game.

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Interesting that you haven’t found same swing issue

[@timdench2583]

@@TheAverageGolfer yes, I wonder why. Maybe it’s a reflection on how bad my putting was 😂

[@curtchaffee]

I played with a center shaft Seemore putter for several years and really liked it, especially good from 12 ft and closer. The weakness for me was from longer distance and inconsistent pace from anything even slightly off center. The Mez has the center shaft plus the perimeter weighting to increase MOI and stability. If I wasn't so happy with looks and results with my Mizuno M-Craft IV, I would definitely give it a try.

[@darrynmillward162]

I have the same putter and everything Andy says is correct however I didn’t find the swing to be difficult. I let my arms hang straight, lock the forearms and swing in a pendulum motion. The club does the rest

[@LSARE30]

Do you have a video that explains the different stroke which is needed for this putter?

[@markcrisp]

I would love to see one also, I have a lab and don’t think I’ve holed anymore putts than with my old putter so yes an online lesson from lab on the stroke required would be great.

[@dougmael]

Andy, I fully understand what you’re saying about learning a new style of putting and sticking with it. I putted with an EVNROLL putter for close to 6 years, and was recently fitted for a Makefield VS putter, which has only 1 degree of loft and a lie angle that is 4 degrees flatter than my EVNROLL putter. In addition, the Makefield putter has an exceptionally heavy clubhead (the EVNROLL is certainly no lightweight, but the Makefield putter is noticeably heavier). All of these changes in the putter have forced me to change my putting stroke (far less forward press, less force and acceleration in the putting stroke, etc.). So far, I have stuck with the new Makefield putter for more than 25 rounds of golf, but there have been some disastrous results, particularly when putting on fast greens! I think that I am finally getting used to the new putter, and my putting statistics are showing that to be the case, but it has not been an easy transition!

[@briantreadwell2206]

Putter is probably the longest surviving club I tend to buy . . . Love the travel bit

[@jacobmccain8082]

I really liked testing the Mezz. But it had a fatal flaw. Couldnt pick the ball up with it on gimmes!

[@derekporter2077]

After watching your previous videos about LAB and a few others I bought a Mezz broomstick. Love it, best putter I've owned. Thanks for the comprehensive video and the science behind the build. Good work.

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Glad it works for you Derek 👍

[@adriantwiss600]

Did you have it fitted or buy "off the shelf"

[@Nucky007]

How did the putter hold up after a year? I’m worried about the durability of the aluminum. I practice putting and play through aeration a lot.

[@seegarsmkr]

Andy I am a L.A.B. user, I have the DF. I understand your dilemma switching putters, though going from LAB to another may be a bit more extreme, it is only slightly more so if you move from a face balanced putter to a significant toe hang, both require different strokes to make them effective, hence they are created for golfers with different putter swing arcs and to test them effectively you must adapt to that type of arc.

[@DavidKirby-jb1wj]

I use the Lab Directed force 2.1 putter and I love it. Yes I had to change stroke and found that the claw grip suited me best with this putter and also the actual stroke changed to get the best benefit of the club

[@jrnicholson70]

Have to say I'm impressed. Your commitment to your game is more important than your commitment to the channel and your reviews. BRAVO.. I'm sure you started the channel for the love of the game and your personal improvement. This putter works for you. I'm glad it's staying.

[@michaelgorman8812]

Have you tried the Broomstick version? Thoughts? Really seems to work for Lucas Glover.

[@johndomutz1052]

Question: did you get custom fitted for this putter?

[@Hunter-zp5hd]

I have a Mezza Max and I love it. I have never putted better in my entire life. Now it’s not an attractive putter for sure. That’s one of the reasons why I didn’t really consider it when they came out. I sort of like blade putters, but there’s just no debate here. The results speak for themselves. I didn’t try the other LAB models, but this putter is not leaving my bag. If you can’t putt with this thing, you probably can’t putt with anything. Easy as can be. If I get a good read on the line, it’s got a great chance of going in. My short putts have dramatically improved. 6 feet and under, it’s almost automatic.

[@shaggygolf4642]

Keep it in the bag. I am one year into my DF 2.1 experiment.

[@bentottle917]

Super interesting video Andy. Pleased it's staying in the bag. Would love to get my hands on one.

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Pity they are not more readily available

[@aulusa]

What brand of shirt are you wearing? BTW I have a Mezz Maxx and a DF3 putter and currently the DF3 is in the bag.

[@TheSleepArtist]

It’s a great putter, good choice! Cheers!

[@ohbollox2it]

I’m currently using a Scotty Cameron Golo 5 that I’ve had for 7 years - I’m having a putter fit on the 23rd October to see if a LAB putter will work better for me

[@GuoUnit]

and?

[@markparish9045]

After using the Lab putter for 3 years..screw every other putter. I seriously can't think of anything or excuse that would make me switch from LAB

[@David1131955]

Very interesting mate. Your putting has always been steady but the Mezz has definitely improved your success rate from what I see. Another first class, top quality vlog.

[@robertcuomo7084]

Goodwood. Great putters. I tried many different putters for years out of curiosity (including Lab), not any more. No I didn’t spend to do so. I just try other player’s putters on the practice green at my club. Don’t forget the pros only make 20% of 20 footers, so work on your game to get closer to the hole. You get 36 putts, if you only take that many and cannot score well then you got more problems than your putter.

[@sumitagg1]

If this was that revolutionary, every pro would be using it

[@sungkim2406]

No, because pros are paid to use products and they are already darn good at what they do. No pro would give up monetary opportunity for small improvement if there is any for high level players.

[@georgemaurice9179]

Thank you for once again a straightforward, direct review. I know that they have an armlock shaft if needed (or wanted) Currently that is my method. Any thoughts? PS, enjoy Portugal

[@TheAverageGolfer]

I have tried armlock and too weird for me

[@jayholiday256]

I’m getting a PXG Allan so hope it’s good

[@thomasrichardson-ev1wp]

Did you have an upgraded shaft

[@34muggsy34]

I'd have played driver, 3 wood, drop, plus penalty stroke for hitting in the water, skull another wedge towards the green, chip on and 3 putt on that first par 5.

[@aspencer09]

I ordered a new mezz max this week after watching you drain putts for months! Gotta give one a go 👍🏻 no way will you ever take it out the bag, been mustard for you

[@goutfromfriedokra3936]

if you don't like it I will buy off you for 50% off..

[@DanWessonSpecialist]

Why is a $600 putter having rust issues on it’s screws as seen in the video? It’s less than a year old. They should be high end stainless steel for that kind of money. Even $200 putters use better screws.

[@andrewsaunders5407]

Great video as always and I really like the idea of the Mezz. But rusty screws in the sole, really? Could L.A.B not have used stainless bolts, especially when you consider the price?

[@TheAverageGolfer]

I totally agree, ruins the look of the putter

[@paulcarrigan691]

What is your lie angle and did you find the lab putter lie angle that is right for you is different from others? The online fitting system doesn't sit well with me as it presumes the lie and length of my current putter is going be the same as lab.....Current puttrr is bog standard off the shelf like most.

[@adriantwiss600]

This is one of my concerns. If I understand the concept correctly the lie angle is crucial to it working properly and that would require a fitting. A fitting centre near me will do a while you wait fit and build and you take your new putter away with you on the same day. That will cost you £125 plus the cost of the putter (estimated at £500).

[@scottmurray8483]

Just switched from an odyssey centre shaft to a Scotty Newport 2+, putting never been so good shaved off 4-5 shots a round

[@atfinthehouse8631]

Putting stroke the same. It’s between the ears. And the visual, sound, tactile response that changes. I’ve done this with 7 or 8 putters and a long practice drill and a 2-3’ lag hole practice ring. The stroke never changes. At least not for me. With the practice the putts were just better.

[@TheAverageGolfer]

@@atfinthehouse8631 I really don’t understand your point, the putting stroke the same? Who mentioned it changing?

[@atfinthehouse8631]

You misunderstood. You don’t relearn how to putt with different putters. Your putting stroke should remain exactly the same (if you feel it is perfect, or works for you, or is your best). What changes are your senses regarding to using a different putters. Try this exercise. Use a different putter than you “favorite” and just imagine each other putter IS your favorite. You will hit those exactly the same. It isn’t the putters.

[@richardcarling4480]

Any more info on the type of stroke you’ve had to adopt Andy? Just recently bought the same model putter myself

[@TheAverageGolfer]

I talk about it in detail on my previous videos on the Mezz

[@davidrobbins7416]

Just awesome!!

[@acemakerjay]

Beautiful course Andy. Enjoy your stay. The L.A.B. putter has me intrigued. I use the Evnroll ER2 Black and really like it.

[@TheAidanPlace]

Can't get on with my Mezz 1, Evnroll Er Zero is a keeper for me same tech but easier on shorter puts

[@garygeesman3214]

At the cost how can I justify. My average putt per round is 33. What is your average?

[@douggriffin9348]

Best putters on the planet !

[@garethlloyd9828]

Love how your channel has developed Content great as per 👍🏻

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Thanks Gareth

[@richardevans6955]

Anything to do with sponsors PXG coming out with a similar zero torque putter?

[@TheAverageGolfer]

On the basis this was filmed two years ago I’d probably say no, try harder next time and check your facts 😂👍

[@jamesm4603]

I can not stand fat grips so there is no way I would use one! I average 29 putts a round currently so I don't know how many strokes it would save if I could switch.

[@Haze1552]

Here is my question and I’ve asked it on many LAB review videos with no answer. 1. I understand that when the putter is in the LAB Revealer that they use to show how the putter head twists when you swing the club. 2. I understand that putting straight back and straight forward is key. Now my question. You hold the grip, so when you swing, there is no way for the head to twist because your hands are on the grip, so why is this even a topic of conversation?

[@thegolflife7565]

Do you wish you would have ordered the “heavy” version?

[@TheKorpan44]

Most important question on this putter: Can you pick up the ball with the fangs?

[@neilmackison1329]

Why don't you switch to the Lab Link putter as this does not need a different technique (no forward press etc..) but you still get the benefit of the face balance and then reviewing other clubs would be on a par

[@tfunai8164]

I’ve been playing a Scotty Newport 1.5 for years and made some long putts today. Want to try the mezz or the link but don’t want to spend the money if it won’t stay in the bag…

[@MassAppealGolf]

I love my Link.1 LAB

[@gordonmckay914]

I see your dilemma with the putter. Your channel is about reviewing equipment for us average golfers, so you can't very well change your format of the channel. I look forward to your reviews as they are very helpful.

[@johnwagner47]

Is that a milled face?

[@JustinKellyMcClure]

a big sway off the ball

[@jimfarrell7196]

Always remember it's the Indian not the arrow. If you love it keep it. Good luck Andy.

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Of course it is Jim but as explained this isn’t about questioning performance, the clubs or mine

[@paulmcgee1867]

Understood, makes total sense

[@krabboy22]

I love mine Andy it’s staying in my bag.

[@2bNIKEt1]

If I go from face-balanced to toe-hang I have to make a conscience effort to change. The determining factor of switching is you're on KZbin. That's it. Not much a dilemma in my eyes 🤷‍♂️

[@mikenomikos9040]

I'll take it 🙂

[@mdcarson]

My feeling is not using a L.A.B. putter is absolutely costing you strokes. Making MANY more putts.

[@andym5900]

Biggest issue as with all golf gear is COST

[@tomnelson8515]

In the end it is just a hunk of metal at the end of a stick. The arrogance of golfers to think that they read greens and aim correctly so spending more $$$$$ on a putter will 'sink more putts' is really something.

[@TMar1961]

Just get an Odyssey, best bang for your buck. I can't believe people spend $600-900 on a LAB putter.

[@Joker-yh2xg]

What if their rich, find is their only hobby, and the 600-800 dollar putter works better for them? Probably hard to believe for some, but these days more then ever, 600-800 is literally nothing.

[@TMar1961]

@@Joker-yh2xg If THEY ARE rich then yes the money means little to them. Golf is my only hobby and I'd never spend that on a putter, but then again I've only used 3 putters in the 30 years I've been playing. I've never seen anyone actually using a LAB putter but admittedly I don't play at $300 green fees places or private clubs. I see lots of SC and Odyssey though.

[@DK-yj1ez]

Make sure they pay you, to put it in the bag...

[@julianaguilar4134]

I use a Bettinardi and never going back to anything else

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Glad you are happy

[@keyboardoracle1044]

Why review a putter if it isn’t better or at least the equal of what you are already using?

[@danirvine8009]

What works for 1 might not work for another, that's the idea of testing and reviewing.

[@kirkklemz8477]

Cannot use a putter that looks like it was designed by Gillette!

[@EdwardBailey]

I love my Frankly Frog center shafted putter by Frank Thomas

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Love the name

[@robjung2018]

Send it over to a subscriber if you are dumping it. I like my Scotty, but willing to try the lie angle balance putters.

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Seems you didn’t watch the video Rob

[@DavidStewart-dp1jw]

Think you are setting yourself up for the new PXG putter, seeing you are sponsored by them….

[@TheAverageGolfer]

This video was filmed in June 2023 so it was good foresight on my part 🤣🤣 that’s why these comments are dangerous and ill informed but keep trying David 👍

[@seancook2264]

Really just need to understand what the stats are telling you.

[@MrKillahippo]

nah, all to pricey for me, I can swing my old putter well enough ans get similar close finishes as you just did. Won't be long and Putters and drivers are gonna hit the wall with their unbridled price rises. can't justify it much more. Since one AI is doing the work of 5 hands on people, less and less needed in the office. and carbon is now so efficient, drivers can't be worth $1200+, no matter how the spin doc's sell it,

[@frankielambardo9268]

The Mezz Max is better........Math don't lie.

[@Bert-x6w]

Looks like you need a new driver

[@golfvolloeko]

6.47 .... rusty screws for a hardcore price....

[@rixponi]

This makes ZERO sense. Your dumping the Mezz because you change putters often for the sake of reviewing them?? This isn’t fair to L.A.B. to post this video with this title that your dumping it…

[@Zerpersande]

You make more putts with it but you’re not sure if you’ll keep using it? You’ll purposefully make a change that will add strokes to your score? Okay, explain this to me… Ahh, gotcha’. I’d just stop reviewing putters.

[@niteninja0133]

1 year and that putter looks a few years old rusted bolts and kinda beat looking

[@TheAverageGolfer]

But it holes putts?

[@terryjones6504]

Can I have it ?

[@TheAverageGolfer]

You didn’t watch the video….so…..

[@terryjones6504]

@@TheAverageGolfer misses called me for dinner but It was worth a try. I live in NL and trying to find one here is impossible. I came to the UK last week end and I couldn’t find one there either. I was a bit envious of your trip to PXG for fitting.

[@robertholleyman73]

You change your clubs well to much this one that one are you bored

[@TheAverageGolfer]

What club did I change Rob?

[@robinc3307]

​@@TheAverageGolfer...irons 0317....you were putting in the other day....I think he's right....but I get it that's what the channel has become about

[@jimmyculp8756]

Not going 2 spend $600 4 a putter this ugly that sounds like a piece of plastic!

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Nobody’s asking you to 🤷‍♂️

[@jimmyculp8756]

Kiss my ass, there average guy!@@TheAverageGolfer

[@jimmyculp8756]

2 months later I am biding on 1 on ebay!

[@remoevans7847]

No proper golf snob would have a winged sledgehammer in their bag, would they? 😆😆

[@maxwellhowell]

Its a hype brand. Imo. . . The only one that was special is the DF 2.1....the others are reaches, nothing special

[@EnTitledTown]

LAB putters are ridiculously stupid looking, they rust quickly, overpriced, designer looks like Richard Simmons, therefore I’m out👎⛳️

[@saltyolive_]

average content... unsubscribed!

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Thanks for letting us know 😂😂👋

[@robertsandidge441]

Come on just look at it. Golf Blasphemy!

[@davybell194]

You had me worried Andy, I thought you were really thinking of moving on from the Mezz. After the success you’ve had with it, that would’ve been a shock but I understand what you’re saying about switching back and forward between putting styles. Personally I’ve still got a Scotty in the bag. I’d love to try a Mezz but they’re just not readily available enough to test one before buying. I keep looking at GolfClubs4Cash but so far no luck. Good luck for 2024 with the Mezz 🏌‍♂