ClubTest: Putters

Never Compromise Gray Matter 2 Mid Mallet
$255

The company line "Our high-tech lightweight insert, weaved of aluminum and graphite, contributes to extreme heel-toe weighting, consistently straighter roll and soft, yet solid, feel."

Our testers say This midsize aluminum mallet proved a reliable performer. panelists embraced the clever weighting scheme--lightweight face with a tungsten-infused heel and toe. "The balance made my stroke as rhythmic as a metronome," said Kirk Fischer (handicap 7). "Don't be fooled by its compactness," said Roger Liau (17). "this darling packed a punch for jittery hands." Gary Wilson (13) added, "Putts hold their line." Yet, the test group seemed hot and cold in terms of feel. Guys like Keith Borgfeldt (18) and Mark Waldheim (12) agreed that "impact was smooth and soft." Dissenters included Jim Perzan (9) and Gerald Holtzman (0). "It was too metallic for me," said Holtzman. "I prefer a softer feel on pured strokes."

Additional Comments:

"The wide gray stripe helped you focus on the center of the face."
- Hoai Hoang (8)

"Looked like a blade with a mallet blended nicely onto the back."
- Victor DeMarco (12)

"Mis-hits? What mis-hits?"
- Ken Stauffer (14)