PXG Putter Feedback

[getitdaily]

On 5/6/2021 at 11:49 AM, endy said:

I'm a sucker for the double wide blade style, and that BR Closer looks really good....

You roll a closer yet?

[endy]

34 minutes ago, getitdaily said:

You roll a closer yet?

I haven’t! Well the battle ready at least, rolled the Gen 2 and liked it but definitely interested in the battle ready just hasn’t pulled the trigger haha

[getitdaily]

16 minutes ago, endy said:

I haven’t! Well the battle ready at least, rolled the Gen 2 and liked it but definitely interested in the battle ready just hasn’t pulled the trigger haha

I'll let you know in about a week...lol

[Chip Duffer]

I have a putter fitting scheduled for Thursday. I've really been looking forward to trying the Closer. I liked the PING Kushin Sigma, but an not a fan for insert putter faces and always wished it was a bit lighter. The Closer offers the chance to get to the weighting that I tend to favor in the 335 - 345g range.

 

I'm trying to keep an open mind about the aluminum body, especially since my current gamer is a MgBr Anser 3 with a goose neck hosel. 

[getitdaily]

23 minutes ago, Chip Duffer said:

I have a putter fitting scheduled for Thursday. I've really been looking forward to trying the Closer. I liked the PING Kushin Sigma, but an not a fan for insert putter faces and always wished it was a bit lighter. The Closer offers the chance to get to the weighting that I tend to favor in the 335 - 345g range.

 

I'm trying to keep an open mind about the aluminum body, especially since my current gamer is a MgBr Anser 3 with a goose neck hosel. 

I loved the look of the sigma g kushin too. And I made the mistake of putting a kushin in the new line the other day. So I ordered a br closer today. I'll sell my br mustang as soon as the closer comes in and I can swap grips.  The mustang never beat the operator, which is firmly in the bag, so I figured I'd give the closer a try. Kushin look with a plumber's neck...well, sign me up I guess 

[Chip Duffer]

I was not too fond of the thick top line on the Sigma G Kushin. I'm really looking forward to seeing the Closer. It shows a thin top line. The only thing I'm not crazy about is the Henry Ford  color choices with the Closer. I can have black, or ... well... black.

 

If I like it and it finds its way into the bag, I'll probably have it changed to Burnt Bronze gun coat. I have that color on other items and it's very durable.

[Chip Duffer]

Had the fitting today and another great experience with David J.  

 

First, the PXG putters I hit really roll the ball well. I found that the Brandon really has a very soft feel and excellent control. After walking to the practice green, rolled the first thirty footer with about a foot of right to left break and the putt dropped center of the cup. That set up a great mindset as we went through the hosel and head changes. 

 

The Mustang feels a bit more firm, but not at all what I would call "harsh". It also excellent control for both distance and direction. I initially thought the "wings" would bother me at address, but a couple of putts and I barely noticed it. 

 

Having come with great anticipation of hitting the Closer, I was disappointed to learn that his had not yet arrived. 

 

I like the feel and confidence each of the putters I tried. Even when matched with a hosel I would not put on my gamer. 

 

I was hoping that the fitting would define once and for all whether I'm a plumbers neck or Double bend guy because I have played both with good success over the years. It turns out I'm a "tweener". I putted well and consistently with both. I even putted well with the flow neck, but it is not a natural "feel" for me and I found myself more focused on mechanics.  

 

So, I did what any good WRX'er would do. I ordered the Closer with a plumbers neck. 

 

I considered the color options thoroughly and ordered Black.  🙉

[getitdaily]

12 hours ago, Chip Duffer said:

Had the fitting today and another great experience with David J.  

 

First, the PXG putters I hit really roll the ball well. I found that the Brandon really has a very soft feel and excellent control. After walking to the practice green, rolled the first thirty footer with about a foot of right to left break and the putt dropped center of the cup. That set up a great mindset as we went through the hosel and head changes. 

 

The Mustang feels a bit more firm, but not at all what I would call "harsh". It also excellent control for both distance and direction. I initially thought the "wings" would bother me at address, but a couple of putts and I barely noticed it. 

 

Having come with great anticipation of hitting the Closer, I was disappointed to learn that his had not yet arrived. 

 

I like the feel and confidence each of the putters I tried. Even when matched with a hosel I would not put on my gamer. 

 

I was hoping that the fitting would define once and for all whether I'm a plumbers neck or Double bend guy because I have played both with good success over the years. It turns out I'm a "tweener". I putted well and consistently with both. I even putted well with the flow neck, but it is not a natural "feel" for me and I found myself more focused on mechanics.  

 

So, I did what any good WRX'er would do. I ordered the Closer with a plumbers neck. 

 

I considered the color options thoroughly and ordered Black.  🙉

My closer is set to arrive Tuesday. Will see if it stacks up to the operator. 

[endy]

4 hours ago, getitdaily said:

My closer is set to arrive Tuesday. Will see if it stacks up to the operator. 

very interested in your findings!

[getitdaily]

12 minutes ago, endy said:

very interested in your findings!

Me too...lol. now showing Wednesday arrival...

 

I like the operator a lot. But sometimes I just like to look at a blade. If the closer doesn't match up to the operator then I'll sell it. Took advantage of the reduced cost, regardless of performance. 

Edited May 21, 2021 by getitdaily

[scott406]

Spitfire on the way

 

I was told by PXG that the shafts are now chrome not black

They said the black was not working out.

 

Will let you know how it works out in 2 weeks when it comes in 

 

[getitdaily]

17 minutes ago, scott406 said:

Spitfire on the way

 

I was told by PXG that the shafts are now chrome not black

They said the black was not working out.

 

Will let you know how it works out in 2 weeks when it comes in 

 

My closer is coming with the black shaft...

[OspreyCI]

Bad move with the Chrome shaft. Will look terrible. My black shaft is chipped up so bad. They wil replace for free but do not want chrome.

[wchahn]

I just got a Spitfire (last Sat) and shipped off to get a Breakthrough shaft installed. It came from PXG with a black shaft so I hope that the part that is retained doesn't get beat up.

 

I read somewhere that the black KBS shafts are backordered and so PXG was using a different black steel shaft, which are not holding up cosmetically.

[scott406]

If the chrome shaft looks that bad when it comes in I can replace it. 
Not that concerned about it. 
I would rather have the chrome shaft then a black shaft that is going to peel and flake off. I think that would look worse than a chrome shaft.  I am more concerned about how the putter performs. 
 

As long as you make putts right?

 

 

 

[getitdaily]

21 minutes ago, scott406 said:

If the chrome shaft looks that bad when it comes in I can replace it. 
Not that concerned about it. 
I would rather have the chrome shaft then a black shaft that is going to peel and flake off. I think that would look worse than a chrome shaft.  I am more concerned about how the putter performs. 
 

As long as you make putts right?

 

 

 

Ha! This is wrx. That stands for We Re-equip to the Xtreme.

 

Rookie.

Edited May 22, 2021 by getitdaily

[scott406]

On 5/22/2021 at 7:39 AM, getitdaily said:

Ha! This is wrx. That stands for We Re-equip to the Xtreme.

well if that’s the case then I will just rip that chrome shaft right off and put on a bright yellow or “extreme black” so I can fit in with a bunch of anonymous people on a message board. 

 

lol

 

[getitdaily]

18 minutes ago, scott406 said:

well if that’s the case then I will just rip that chrome shaft right off and put on a bright yellow or “extreme black” so I can fit in with a bunch of anonymous people on a message board. 

 

lol

 

Now you're speaking the language of the assimilated. 

[Chip Duffer]

I'm looking forward to hearing feed back on the Closer. 

 

As for PXG, my putter fitting was last thursday at 3PM. I received confirmation of the order on Friday and today (Monday) received notification that it has shipped and is expected to be here Friday. 

 

That's impressive PXG, real damn impressive. I really hope the putter is equal to the service level I have experienced with PXG on every transaction.

[scott406]

I ordered my Spitfire on Friday,  got notice yesterday it will be here Thursday.

 

Originally told it would be 2 weeks, so I was pleasantly surprised.

 

Now I need to make sure someone is home to receive delivery.

 

 

 

 

 

[getitdaily]

On 5/21/2021 at 2:31 PM, endy said:

very interested in your findings!

Closer has more tungsten.

 

Closer feels like the gen 2 operator. It has that muted thud feel just like the operator. Mustang has a crisper ting-like feel. Since the closer feels like the operator, I like it better. But i do prefer the look of the mustang. Mustang just looks more square all.around.

 

Gotta swap the grips and put the ss on the closer and then compare to the operator. 

[endy]

Thanks for the update, Those both look good. Like hearing about the closer feeling similar to the operator 

[scott406]

Very nice

Putter look gorgeous

I came very close to ordering the Closer also

 

 

 

My Spitfire now showing delivery on Friday instead of Thursday

I am hoping it gets here before the weekend.

A long weekend with a new putter, just what I need

 

 

 

[getitdaily]

1 hour ago, endy said:

Thanks for the update, Those both look good. Like hearing about the closer feeling similar to the operator 

Had a few minutes before my next work call so rolled a few putts with the closer on my birdie ball matt. It's more stable than the mustang. 

[endy]

34 minutes ago, getitdaily said:

Had a few minutes before my next work call so rolled a few putts with the closer on my birdie ball matt. It's more stable than the mustang. 

dang might have to order before it goes up, looks like they are still 295

[scott406]

11 minutes ago, endy said:

might have to order before it goes up

Price is good until he end of May

No pressure

 

 

[getitdaily]

37 minutes ago, endy said:

dang might have to order before it goes up, looks like they are still 295

Was able to putt more while on this conf call. Closer putts like a mallet. Mustang putts like a blade. 

 

Closer feels very balanced, a lot like the operator. 

[OspreyCI]

Rolled the Closer and the Mustang yesterday at the Mesa store. Both feel really nice and agree with @getitdaily on the feel of those two. The Mustange would be my choice. But, did figure out, again, I am a double bend guy. Could not pass on a Gen2 Gunboat on BST. Good by plumbers neck One & Done.

 

PXG build times are crazy fast. I purchased a Gen3 0311P GW on Friday and picked it up yesterday. They are on it right now!

[OspreyCI]

3 hours ago, getitdaily said:

Closer has more tungsten.

 

Closer feels like the gen 2 operator. It has that muted thud feel just like the operator. Mustang has a crisper ting-like feel. Since the closer feels like the operator, I like it better. But i do prefer the look of the mustang. Mustang just looks more square all.around.

 

Gotta swap the grips and put the ss on the closer and then compare to the operator. 

Wait..you haven't taken a sharpie to that white line already!!!

[getitdaily]

2 minutes ago, OspreyCI said:

Wait..you haven't taken a sharpie to that white line already!!!

Lol. Nope. I put the dry erase line on it. But I may leave it white. Not sure just yet. Gotta see how it sits with the superstroke on it.