Jump to content
Check out the Spin Axis Podcast! ×
Check out the Spin Axis Podcast!
IGNORED

Wilson 8802 style putters - any models I don't know about?

Shorty

By Shorty
in Clubs, Grips, Shafts, Fitting

 Share
Note: This thread is 4893 days old. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new one, but if you plan to post here please make sure it's still relevant. If not, please start a new topic. Thank you!

Recommended Posts

Shorty Super Member

Shorty

Posted
Posted
I am regretting selling an old T-line putter of mine from the 70s which resembled a basic 8802 blade style model but with alignment marks.
I am aware of the Yes! Sophia and Cameron Napa putters, but am wondering if there is anything else out there of that style that I may not know about.

Thanks very much in advance!

In the race of life, always back self-interest. At least you know it's trying.

 

 


TheLauncher Well Established Member

TheLauncher

Posted
Posted
I used to have an Odyssey Dual Force 882 putter. I think the new model they have closest to that style is the one that Phil uses, the number nine.

Also, check out this thread:

http://thesandtrap.com/forum/showthr...ht=wilson+8802

Launcher 2009 10.5º, S
Rescue Dual 16º
Rescue Dual 19º
Maltby MTF 4-pw, Rifle 5.5
Maltby M-Series 52.6, 58.8 2008 AnserOut of the bag: Big Bertha Fusion 15º, YS6+ R (for sale or trade)


max power Great Member

max power

Posted
Posted
I picked up a new Maxfli Crossbax 1.0 on ebay as a backup putter, can be found for around $30-$60. Appears to be a strait-up Wilson 8802 copy, with a slightly heavier head. You could also look for a Ping Tess model.

flap Great Member

flap

Posted
Posted
Yonex Super ADX Tour Forged they made it for Phill and is a good copy.

In my new FT carry bag
FT-9 Tour nuetral 9.5
FT-15 degree 3 wood
Fussion Hybrids #2&4
Fussion irons with Grapholoy Pro launch Red shafts56&60 Cally X forged wedges with Red shaftsSG9 putterCally I ballBushnell Meadealist range finder


BigRedMachine Member

BigRedMachine

Posted
Posted
I love my "old school" Cleveland Designed by. It has been in my bag for the better part of 17 years.

In a navy blue Vintage L8 stand bag
Big Bertha 454
Muirfield 20th 2 iron
Vip Tour CB-92 3-PW
by Macgregor Greg Norman Forged FW Special 55 BeCuTad Moore TM-2 Milled putter AD333/Trispeed


bhingston Member

bhingston

Posted
Posted
Rife Bimini

Yup. I just bought a new putter, but I'm craving one of these already. I'm a new golfer, but I sure do love the equipment already.

In my Ozone:

Driver: S9-1 10.5*
Woods: 2007 Burner 3 Wood 15*
Hybrids 2009 3 Rescue 19*Irons: MX-200 4-PWWedges: 52, CG12 56Putter: White Hot XG 2-Ball Blade 35"


  • 2 years later...
handlez42 Dedicated Member

handlez42

Posted
Posted

I just finally bought a left handed tour special I forged...been considering this for a while but couldnt find lefties. an all original grip very good condition for 35 bucks i couldnt pass up. unfortunately pulled the trigger a bit too late before it could get to my house and i take wifh me to D.C. so i have no response on it.

but from my high interest in this traditional style blade i recently found on golfsmith. the snake eyes sv1. It come just as a putter head but at $25 Its affordable enough to build your own putter nicely and still have extra money left over compared to some prices. people tend to write off snake eyes now that its owned by goldsmith but reviews of this putter tell me otherwise. Some say "like rolling marshmellows off the face"

only thing keeping me from trying this putter was its offered only as right handed. Probably golfsmith can only afford to research soo much and make soo many kinds.

ST-230 Max 9.5*, Hzrdus Smoke Blue RDX 6.0

ST-G 5-Wood 17*, Kai'Li Blue 70g Stiff

Adams Tight Lies II 19*, KBS Tour Graphite Prototype 85g Stiff

Wilson Staff D9 Forged 5i, DG105 VSS Pro Stiff (stock replacement for 4i)

Wilson Staff FG Tour (2009) PW-5i, DG S300 +1"/2*Up, 6.0 Freq

Mizuno S23, 52* and 56*, KBS Hi-Rev 2.0 115g

Callaway Mac Daddy PM Grind 60*, KBS Tour-V

TaylorMade Ardmore 3 TP Patina (left-handed)

 


  • 2 months later...
handlez42 Dedicated Member

handlez42

Posted
Posted

not long after figuring out the tour special forged I

bought a yes! sophia from rockbottomgolf.com for 40 dollars! steal!

it was a putter ive been wanting for a while. i was a bit disappointed though.

the hosel is shaped a bit weirdly. its well behind the leading edge of the putter which i assume takes out the possibility of hitting the hosel. but i doubt that anybody uh sing this still putter has this problem. if they do they need to change putter styles, or hit the practice green more.

the alignment dot doesnt line up properly. its in the middle of the "c-groove" insert but that leads to the insert also being lined up incorrectly.

i thought maybe the dot was inside of the sweetspot to aid the path arcing but why would the inserts still be off center? i thought maybe since the grooves curve they help spin the ball a bit in order to help putts where the face doesnt close fully.

but this putter its a good putter. takes time to get over some of the visual cues. but if you trust it, sink it, and bag it you will be a happy golfer. this putter is better than my tour special in feeling softer and holding the green as well as precision distance control on mid-long and longgg putts. but the tour special has better feedback and possibly better lag.

its a toss up but hey why bag one, may start a blade collection.

next the 8882 BLK (black) putter since its the newest now offered in lefty.

rife bimini is a beauty.

cleveland design by arent often in lefty, and a bit pricey from what ive been able to find.

idk if mizuno bettinardi has any wilson blade style putters but id consider if they have one

im a much better putter now because of my Tour Special Forged. my best putting season by far.

ST-230 Max 9.5*, Hzrdus Smoke Blue RDX 6.0

ST-G 5-Wood 17*, Kai'Li Blue 70g Stiff

Adams Tight Lies II 19*, KBS Tour Graphite Prototype 85g Stiff

Wilson Staff D9 Forged 5i, DG105 VSS Pro Stiff (stock replacement for 4i)

Wilson Staff FG Tour (2009) PW-5i, DG S300 +1"/2*Up, 6.0 Freq

Mizuno S23, 52* and 56*, KBS Hi-Rev 2.0 115g

Callaway Mac Daddy PM Grind 60*, KBS Tour-V

TaylorMade Ardmore 3 TP Patina (left-handed)

 


Note: This thread is 4893 days old. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new one, but if you plan to post here please make sure it's still relevant. If not, please start a new topic. Thank you!

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing


  • Want to join this community?

    We'd love to have you!

    Sign Up

  • TST Partners

    PlayBetter
    Golfer's Journal
    ShotScope
    The Stack System
    FitForGolf
    FlightScope Mevo
    Direct: Mevo, Mevo+, and Pro Package.

    Coupon Codes (save 10-20%): "IACAS" for Mevo/Stack/FitForGolf, "IACASPLUS" for Mevo+/Pro Package, and "THESANDTRAP" for ShotScope. 15% off TourStriker (no code).

  • Posts

    • RickK
      Question About UK vs. U.S. Course Etiquette

      By RickK · Posted

      The term I hear most often is "double teeing" which means the course/club has starting times from both the #1 and #10 tee.  I have encountered this many times and we know if we are the first group off #10, we may well get to #1 and have to wait because there are groups still with tee times yet to tee of #1.  In most instances, where the course/club has a starter, he normally explains this situation.  In this case, the pro advised what you would could/would encounter making the turn to #1.  And, that is exactly what happened.  Probably would have been wise to talk to the pro after playing back 9 and ask when you could go off #1 since apparently that club does not double tee.   Regardless, the outburst towards the other group was uncalled for.  And, I don't blame the member for being upset.  As a member of a private club, you are responsible for the actions of your guest.  I have played many times as a guest in the UK and I am pretty damn sure my host was responsible for my actions while at the club.  I know at the clubs I have belonged to here in the US, that is the way it is.  As a matter of fact, the member may find himself being brought before management and facing possible suspension.  So, I don't blame him for being upset.  However, as the host, he really should have stepped up and put a stop to the OP's actions.  OP makes this statement "I now understand that standards are different on the "private course." But I'll take those lessons to the muni, too."  No, the standards are not different.  You, sir, seem to be just a bit hard headed and belligerent, even if you are college professor...which possibly explains a lot.   JMHO
    • DeadMan
      "5 Minutes Daily" Practice Challenge

      By DeadMan · Posted

      Day 32: worked for about 10 minutes on my drill. Filmed it as well for a check in. I think it’s slightly better but still seeing some issues. 
    • WillieT
      "5 Minutes Daily" Practice Challenge

      By WillieT · Posted

      Day 44 (26 Dec 25)  -  played in the Friday men’s shootout with a twist - used the Toney Penna persimmons and MacGregor blades - had a blast playing these clubs.  They really help in zoning in on making solid ball contact.  Scoring was solid - had several looks at birdie and had a few par saves.  Overall a day of focused course management. 
    • ConorHealy
      "5 Minutes Daily" Practice Challenge

      By ConorHealy · Posted

      Day 2: 2025.12.27 Eighteen holes at Kauri Cliffs. Focusing on trying to keep flex in right leg during backswing.
    • 5amZ
      "5 Minutes Daily" Practice Challenge

      By 5amZ · Posted

      Day 136 12-26 Had a different practice planned today but life happened. Worked on "wide to wide" and still working on remaining flowy. Starting the club head in front of the ball as a drill, is helping with the flow of the swing.
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

Welcome to TST! Signing up is free, and you'll see fewer ads and can talk with fellow golf enthusiasts! By using TST, you agree to our Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy, and our Guidelines.

  I accept