2009 GOLF Buyer's Guide: Mallet Putters
$299, steel
taylormadegolf.com
Kia Ma, Putter Craftsman: "I've made custom putters for 25 years for some of the best Tour players in the world. Now, for the first time, I'm offering select versions of my best creations to you. Through personal interaction with hundreds of players I've learned the art of shaping a putter head, blending a hosel transition, sculpting a topline, and cambering soles and leading edges to ensure the head passes the test. I've perfected my craft through hand-grinding, welding, polishing and assembly."
How it works: Kia Ma believes that proper shape can inspire confidence, provide optimum alignment and, ultimately, lead to better putting. This face-balanced mallet has gorgeous lines and a striking Black OX finish. The milled head, made from 1020 carbon steel, feels buttery on contact.


