My Byron Morgan Designed by Captain Morgan

[pitbull808]

a future collectible

I guess it was easily over ten years ago when I first got into John Byron putters. A shop that I still frequent often had a very large collection of them. I was already quite the putter ho and the owner knew that it wouldn't take much to get me to buy something. He showed me a few of the Byrons and I ended up leaving with one. It was the start of quite a John Byron buying spree. Today I still have most of my JB's and now Byron Morgans. I've bought and sold many putters through the years but there are two that I still regret selling. One an original 8802, the other a JB02. Byrons take on the 8802.

Years ago I started writing to Byron to learn about the background on some of my John Byron putters. He was always very nice and informative in his responses which probably was the reason I never sold another JB putter after the JB02 which was actually my 2nd JB putter purchased. During my numerous emails with him, after finding out he didn't have any spare JB02's I kept asking if he'd ever do a run of Byron Morgan 8802 style putters. Unfortunately the answer was always the same..."sorry not at this time". That didn't stop me from asking though. Every once in a while, I'd send off another "hope all is well..by the way..any chance of a JB02??" :pardon: Well last year, my wish was granted. Byron wrote to me telling me that he was going to attempt another true blade putter and when it was completed, he'd be sure to let me know. :clapping: You can't imagine the smile I had on my face after reading that email. Bryon gave me very little information on this future putter other then he knew I'd like it. When Steve started posting teaser pics of the Designed by Captain Morgan, I'd quickly be sending emails to Byron telling him my thoughts on the putter and of course my "I can't wait to see it in person!".

Finally the other day, I received a note in my mailbox telling me I had received a package. Wouldn't you know it was a Saturday evening and I'd have to wait till Monday to get to the post office! Talk about frustration, anxiety and excitement. It was if I was 5 years old again putting out cookies for Santa on Christmas Eve. On Monday after reporting for work...an hour into it and my excitement couldn't be contained any longer. I took off for the rest of the day and headed to the post office. After waiting in a short line to get my package, scaring the clerk when I pulled out my knife at the counter to cut open the box :cheesy: and flying foam peanuts everywhere...to dig out my new putter. Talk about kid on Christmas Day! :crazy: I swear the clerk and anyone else within sight must have thought I was nuts. I had to contain myself from letting out a !@#$%%^ YAHHHHH! :bb:

On first glance the DBCM is just spectacular looking. The finish is awesome looking but for a true blade lover, the things that make me at least go OOOOOOH are way the whole piece is put together. The curvature of the hosel as it meets the head. The thickness of the flange and how it rises into the face. The curvature of the flange from toe to heel. A rather simple looking progression but something that is so unique to a 8802 or Designed by Cleveland head. It's so different from the square look of a Mac IMG 5. I think it's a sexy look...if a putter can be sexy. The simple long curving flat sided arc that is so eye appealing. I then proceeded to compare it to my 8802's, Napa, BB3, SB3, Tess, Bimini, and a number of other blades I have to attempt to figure out how Byron hid the added headweight. Although I have a number of blades, a 345gram headweights are not the norm. I noticed the face is ever so slightly thicker from sole to topline then in the other blade putters. The weight seems added more to the middle to toe of the blade and tapers towards the heel. Perfect to keep the look the same from the top without the extra thick topline or long flange. Byron really did an excellent job in the design to give it some heft yet keep the looks.

Although I love trying the new fangled stuff with high MOI's, grooves, interchangeable weights..I'll never stop collecting a putter(s) that are destined to be classic's. This Designed by Captain Morgan I feel will definitely be a classic and collectible.

Sorry for the long read...but I've been a fan of Byron's for quite a long time. He's been extremely nice to me throughout the years I've "known" him and I wish him all the success in the world.

Here are my many pics of my Byron Morgan, Designed by Captain Morgan #1 of 25 putter. :drinks:

[Ears26]

That is one beautiful looking blade. I've still got my old Walter Hagen Gentle Ben by Crenshaw which I'll never sell. Like you say there is just something about a true blade putter...

[Geo]

Nice writeup, Reid. And fantastic putter by Byron Morgan. Hopefully we'll see some of these new putters on the south side, but in the meantime, you've provided some fantastic pictures to look over. I look forward to reading your review: either on this putter or the additional one you'll order so you can keep one on pristine condition. ;)

[pitbull808]

That is one beautiful looking blade. I've still got my old Walter Hagen Gentle Ben by Crenshaw which I'll never sell. Like you say there is just something about a true blade putter...

 

 

Thank you. I still have a Walter Hagen and a Walter Hagen Gentle Ben. :D I don't think anyone can have enough blades!

 

Nice writeup, Reid. And fantastic putter by Byron Morgan. Hopefully we'll see some of these new putters on the south side, but in the meantime, you've provided some fantastic pictures to look over. I look forward to reading your review: either on this putter or the additional one you'll order so you can keep one on pristine condition. ;)

 

 

Thanks George. I've so far only had the guts to use it on a mat. Actually several mats as I've toted this putter to two golf shops to show other people. LOL..as evidenced by the green dust on the face of the putter and specs on the sole. Byron told me to go ahead and use it because the finish is durable...just don't attempt any shots from a sandtrap! :D

[BEND OF THE RIVER GC]

Simply beautiful! Enjoy that carpet queen!

[rrkman]

#1 - Absolutely beautiful....I just don't have the game for a true blade.

 

Don't let too much dust settle on it. :)

[scooterguitar]

Two words...Puuuurrr Deee!

 

Just amazing workmanship there!

[Z-Man]

What a great write up ,story,pictures.. Thanks Reid.. Byron will love that!

[mattl2787]

One of the most beautiful putters/finishes I've ever seen...If there's ever a production model, I would probably have to surrender.

[robb01]

seriously gorgeous

[Russ Arnold]

Reid, that putter is beautiful. I have always been a fan of the classic blades and have 2 IMG5's, an original Arnold Palmer and one that David Mills made for me 3 years ago, there may be a couple more around the house.

[poktangju]

i got a woody just lookin at that...

[drewspin]

No better place than Reid's collection for the 01 of 25 DBCM!!!

[pitbull808]

What a great write up ,story,pictures.. Thanks Reid.. Byron will love that!

 

Thanks Steve. Thanks for keeping me on the edge of my seat with the teaser pics as well! Byron kept it pretty much a mystery regarding the final product other then I'd like it. He wasn't kidding!

 

Reid, that putter is beautiful. I have always been a fan of the classic blades and have 2 IMG5's, an original Arnold Palmer and one that David Mills made for me 3 years ago, there may be a couple more around the house.

 

Great collection Russ. I've got the IMG 5 w/ XXX's and a few Arnold Palmer's....just not the real collectible Wilson AP. One day, I always say. :)

 

No better place than Reid's collection for the 01 of 25 DBCM!!!

 

Thanks Drew and thanks everyone else. If you're on the fence on this putter...don't think too hard on it. It's really a sweet design and looks 10x better in person. :yes:

[mauiatheart]

Game it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[pitbull808]

Game it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

 

:cheesy: You saw and rolled it today. I keep telling myself to game it...heck..Byron told me to game it. I'm still in the stare at it, ooh and ahh over it stage. :pardon:

[TM golf guy]

Beautiful putter Reid. Great write up as well. I would be incredibly torn on what to do with her. Thanks for sharing the pics with us.

[One_Putt_Blunder]

Reid as everyone has said what a truley beautifull putter you have there, and a great story to go with it. Thank you for sharing with the rest of us :drinks:

[bbeard10]

One of the most beautiful putters I've ever seen :heart: . I want one....NOW! I share your excitement. I was doing some lawnwork today and the USPS truck pulled up and he grabbed the infamous putter delivery box and I gave the guy a huge hug and he also thought I was insane! :crazy: I ran into the house, but quickly back out to turn off my lawnmower, which trenched my yard I might add, and then back in again. I ripped into the box like a wild man. Out came a beautiful TP Mills. Not quite the spectacle that yours was, but still amazing I might add!

 

Thanks for the pictures! Also that was a great write up. Upon first glance I ignored it because of the lengthiness and skipped straight to pics but had to go back and read because of all the comments. I'm drooling now.

:man_in_love:

[Viking Golfer]

Beautiful putter - but I couldn't hit a put with it :vava:

[Pure745]

That thing is absolutely beautiful!! Maybe a couple more pics that pic the colors on the finish up a little better?

 

I'm not sure I'd game this one.. for a while at least.. then I'd probably let temptation get the best of me..

[RobotDoctor]

I just love the appearance of a great blade and Byron has certainly made a terrific blade. Will this blade be a classic, gosh I hope so. Byron is a terrific designer/maker of putters and the DBCM is as pure of a putter as they come. If I could only putt with a true blade I would buy one of these. However, I know I cannot and I game all my putters. Great putter and even better post Reid. Thanks for sharing your putter and your story!

[billysandy]

To me, this is THE perfect putter. How does Byron Morgan the company actually work? Can you order a blade like this and it be made for you? If not, how are they available to the public; thru pro shops or what? Thanks

[Z-Man]

You can order the putters from either myself or Dave. On occasion even Byron will take an order.. We are making another run of the Designed By.. It will be done in mystic again and we will have some that will be available for customs..

[boycer]

I just got the DH89 version and can't wait to game it. Got to be sent to Z-man for some adjustments first though. The think in beautiful!

Z-man,
pm me or e-mail me on the design by, custom stuff. After having one mystic though, not sure about a mystic or black oxide DH89. A captain DH89 in Black Oxide with some custom work and gold paint fill would be awesome. :-)