re-finishing metal woods and hybrids?

[RandyBobbitt]

Does anyone know of any companies that re-finish metal woods and hybrids? I have two hybrids that are probably 15 years old and look like crap. I'm thinking about having them re-finished, perhaps in a custom color.

My only reservation is that I'm pretty sure they need to remove the shaft, and when they put the shaft back in there might be issues.

I had a set of irons re-finished many years ago, and within a few weeks of getting them back, two shafts snapped at the hosel because they had been re-installed incorrectly.

Just askin'

[SavvySwede]

http://www.golfworks.com/article.asp_Q_ai_E_579

There are plenty more out there if you look around, but I know the Golfworks is reputable. You could also try something yourself. I had an old driver with some scuffs on the crown so I removed the paint and polished the metal. It looked so good without the paint I just kept it that way.

[disco111]

It's not that difficult for metal woods and I assume your hybrids are also metal. I use wet/dry 3M 03003 grit 2000 #3 (clear coat sanding). Wet sanding is preferable, as it will not gouge. It takes a little elbow grease and it's not that quick, but you can see the clear coat and the finish going down to bear metal. Once finished, you can now tape off the shaft at the hosel and any other areas on the sole. Choose your color and spray lightly, several coats, let dry and then at least 2 light coats of clear. All the supplies you need can be had at Walmart. Biggest thing to making it look good is time, don't rush and it should turn out fine.

But if your not one for DYI, Golfsmith would be my first choice.

[BeCu]

I personally recommend GOLFWORKS. They are good, not overly expensive and have knowledge base for evaluating everything involved with a shafted club. They have always re-assembled the clubs I have sent properly. I have used other companies/individuals pending the type work involved but for a simple refinish I think you would like Golfworks. Based on your requirements/concerns you posted, I would not hesitate to contact them and discuss before sending. Good luck.

[caniac6]

Continental Golf Raleigh,NC