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2010-02-27
I found a 4 Mashie iron that is only identified by the name ,Bill Gordon Special 4 Mashie Iron custom built. It has a leather grip and a stepless steel shaft. Do you know anything about it,like age, worth, rareness. Thank you for your time.
Tyler Dennis
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2010-02-17
I have three hickory shafted woods with the name cumbernauld on the bottom a Joe Kirkwood on the top face could you please tell me any information you have
david purvis
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2010-01-06
Slma ALa #72 wood shafted mallet putter prob 1940s tell me about it?
david
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2009-12-26
The shaft needs to be fixed and I was wondering about the vintage of the club.
David Hickman
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2009-12-23
4-9 Spaldinng Lin-Rite Bobby Jones, leather bag Atlantic Products Corp Par Oval, custom PGA 1,2,3 woods. various tees from period, 4 AF Monogram Elmer Pepper golfballs, two half finger spalding gloves. please share knowledge of history, value thank
marty evans
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2009-12-21
I have a Geo Walker wooden shafted putter made by aim rite. I am curious to know it's history and value.
larry gordon
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2009-12-13
Can you tell me anything about a hickory shafted Spaulding H-2 iron I acquired from my grandfather?
Dave Roetzel, pilot, Delta Air Lines
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2009-12-13
I have an Otey Crisman putter nn1 my father has had this putter since the 50's I'm curious as to it's history and value
Randy Doherty
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2009-12-11
with the following markings: H or K rm and the word Bry. Then Special. At the toe is a hand holding a set of scales. At the shaft is another hand holding a set of scales. Near the toe is the letter L with a circle around it.
bob
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2009-10-09
I have a brassie that i´m a partial name on, the name is george ..... and clifton palms special. Does anyone have some more information about that clubmaker?
Mikael
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2009-10-05
Hello Please not I have moved and the new address is: 200 Melbourne Dr. Bradford, Ont. L3Z 2Y8
vern Petry
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2009-09-29
I bought a hickory shafted golf iron this weekend it has the name JH Jurmer signed on it it also has cambridge and a circle with a cross in it,within the circle and cross are C at the top ,F on left and R on right ,below the C looks like D. No 1 IRON 1A
Sean Considine
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2009-09-26
Are there inquires from others about forming a SoGH chapter in Southern California ? I just purchased my first "Hickory" clubs, and am excited about playing them here in Southern California.
David N. Seaman
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2009-09-09
I have a Spalding Line Rite Booby Jones 2 iron, it's not in ment condition but is it worth anything?
Mario
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2009-09-09
I have a Spalding Line Rite Booby Jones 2 iron, it's not in ment condition but is it worth anything?
Mario
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2009-09-07
i have acquired a tom auchterlonie 4 iron with hickory shaft, it's stamped on the club head st andrews "ITZ IT ITZ IN" can you shed some light on what year this belongs to and its est value if any please, kind regards, chris.
chris thom
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2009-08-30
I have a left handed Otey Crisman Hickory Shaft putter #218 HB. It is in good shape. What is value?
Gary Allred
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2009-08-29
I am looking to restore a couple hickory clubs that i have so i can play golf with them. Where is the best/least expensive company that i can get shafts from?
Tyler
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2009-08-26
I would like to know the fair market value of a Wright & Ditson Hickory Shaft Special Hammer Forged TradeMark Putter 5
Fred
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2009-08-14
I have not been able to sign on for two days, I'm not sure I'm using the proper UID or password can you help.
Don Emerick
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2009-08-14
I would like to know the fair market value of a set of unused Callaway hickory shaft irons 3 through 9 & PW. I live in the Toronto area
Frances Henderson
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2009-08-13
I HAVE A 6 IRON BY TED RAY WITH HICKORY SHAFT AND WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT IT IS WORTH.
TIM GROMLOVITS
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2009-08-05
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2009-07-31
I have a ten antique hickory shaft golf clubs that are in fair to good condition. There are putters, irons, and woods. If anyone is interested please e-mail me what clubs you are looking for or I can send you a list and some photographs.
Andrew Saviano
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2009-07-30
I have an old Otey Crissman Golden Touch H putter with black with red leather grip. How old is it and any value?
Dan Stanyer
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2009-07-26
What has happened to the REGIONAL GROUPS section of the web site. This is the area where my Ontario Hickory Tour players find information about past events and future tournaments. Is it possible to restore this feature?
Paul Dietz
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2009-07-23
Recently I cleaned out an old garage and found many hickory shafted clubs. Where can I get these valued?
Jeff Krebs
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2009-07-22
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2009-07-13
Otey Crisman Hickory Wood Shaft Putter 7 H. Is this a legal club for hickory play? Is there a place I can get this information? Thanks, Joe Whisnant
Joe Whisnant
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2009-07-11
Any suggestions for low compression balls suitable for hickory play?
Richard Walden
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2009-07-10
value of old putter I found.Face says putting cleek.special hand forged scootland.t.stewart maker st.andrews
chad hanlon
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2009-06-25
which clubs do you suggest for play
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2009-06-25
I want to sell Spalding, CRAN cleek. What is fair price? Stamped "Patent Applied For" on back plus JGW (owner’s initials?), small chip at hosel end of insert, original shaft stamped THE SPALDING, 70% of original grip,but no felt or leather at the top.
George
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2009-06-14
Very Good Site
Hhaubiaw
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2009-05-25
How does one re-groove the antique irons? Bought a tool (don't) and needless to cay it doesn't do the job!
Ron Taylor
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2009-05-12
Sir, I am cirrently writing a golfing story, and I would like to use Bobby Jones as one of the charactors. Is he considered a figure of public domain?
John Fife
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2009-05-02
I'm new to golf, and figured that I would start with a challenge. I'm currently purchasing a Long Nose Fairway Wood, and would like to know what type of putter and maybe an iron would be acceptable for pre 1905 play.
A. Ellis
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2009-04-21
Are wooden shaft putters legal to use on a golf course.
Tonny den Boer
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2009-03-19
Since I began posting scores for my hickory handicap,my index always reflects only 1 score although there are 6 or 7 listed. Is the one a mistake or have my other scores not been calculated into my handicap. Byron Brown is how my handicap is listed.
Byron Brown
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2009-01-26
What would the lofts of a vintage hickory shafted Wright & Ditson mashie niblic and niblic be? Thanks. Chris
Chris Hewitt
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2008-08-05
If my sticks are nineteenth-century clubs, either originals or reproductions, can I use them for all SoHG events? Adversely, would golden-age sticks be allowed in older events or would they be limited to golden-age play only? Thanks
Troy
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2008-08-05
What distinctions do you make about grooves? Tom Kidd played in the Open with groves in 1873; does that fact allow us to play with grooves in some of your more vintage events or must we play with bare-faced clubs? Thanks
Troy
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2008-08-05
Read "Old Tyme Golf" Calgary Herald Aug. 3 & realized my late husband had Dura Bag, U.S. Patent 4.376.039 plus 4 Woods, 2 Putters & 6 Irons. Would anyone be interested in buying the above? I live in Red Deer, Alberta.
Mrs. D. Turnbull
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2008-06-19
I have a putter, with hickory shaft, Identified as hand forged with the name E.H Risebro special Sheringham. The mark is a Dimond shape with either a 99 or to comma marks next to it, can anyone give me any clue as to the maker.
Robert Mills
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2008-06-13
I have a putter made by Otey Crisman ( indorsed ) and the number on it is 164. Is this an antique?
Clyde Jones
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2008-06-11
I am looking for information about golf courses that might have existed in Central CT (Meriden, Cheshire, Wallingford, Southington)in the early to mid 19th Century. There approximate location and how long they existed. Thanks
Sam
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2008-06-04
fairchild wheeler fairfield ct
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2008-06-01
I have a "P.G.A. KRO-FORGED PROFESSIONAL MODEL" club that has the marking "D-4" stamped on the sole of the club. The loft is approximately 34 degrees. Is there a way to determine what the "D-4" indication signifies? Thank you.
Gregg Dress
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2008-05-11
I have a hickory shafted wilson niblick,and Mashie,original leather grips not warped,somewhat,rusted ,part of Aim Rite set also have a Spaulding Niblick seems somewhat older has name Eddie Myers special on it.Anything u can tell me about these
Gene
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2008-05-06
What kind of value does a St Andrews Mashie made by Wright & Ditson hold? Is there a market for them?
Wayne Roberts
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2008-04-06
I have come across a Mashie "LEADER" forged iron, with hickory shaft. Can you tell me approx. how old this club is, it rarity, and what its equivilent iron would be today in terms of loft?
andy merritt
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2008-04-01
I wish to play on authentic early 20th century courses ,but they are not readily accessible. In choosing tee-box on local course, what parameters of slope and distance would be my ideal?
chris gilgun
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2008-03-30
What is the value of a otey crisman wooden shaft putter, all original, made in Selma AL (red cap)?
J Watters
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2008-03-29
In my persue of getting the whole feeling of the old ways of our golf, i am trying to find how a Gentleman would have dressed in the years from 1890-1920's. And help in this matter would make me happy. T.T.F.N Johan
Johan Eriksson
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2008-03-28
the grips on my clubs feel as slick as if they were wrapped with shiney, electrical tape. they require too tight of a grip for good play. is there an acceptible remedy in the "spirit" of hickory golf to improve the grip other than replacing the grip?
chris gilgun
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2008-03-26
i have acquired an antique 5 iron inscribed with: Rustless mashie 'the leader' douglas autograph. i'm hoping someone might enlighten me on its origins and collectability. thanks in advance
jon drucker
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2008-03-19
are there any formal or informal gatherings of "hickory" golfers in the new england area other than the vermont tournament ?
chris gilgun
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2008-02-28
what is a fourball in golf?
bianca
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2008-02-12
Where can I buy black fibre for wood head face inserts and slips? Norm Richardson.
Norm Richardson
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2008-02-11
I have a collection of wooden shafted putters and would like to identify makers in the absence of any cleek and/or trademarks. With my reference books I have little trouble with woods and irons where markings are usually comprehensive
Simon Warren
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2008-02-03
The shaft is loose enough to create the "cracked bat" noise when I hold the blade and tap the handle on the ground. I can move the shaft vertically, less than 1 mm., in the hosel but it will not come out. I do not see a pin. How to fix? Thanks!
Paul
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2008-01-30
Hello,Mr. Hill - I have received your letter of 1/21/08 and cannot find where you would like to enter my e-mail address - here it is. Thank you William Stewart
William Stewart
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2008-01-05
I have a putter stamped joe anderson, perth, on both the shaft and back of the blade,it is also marked 'accurate' and has pipe cleek mark. Also the it still has the original grip, tho it has shrunk considerably.can anybody please give me info on the club?
Richard McComb (Airdrie, Scotland)
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2007-12-24
Is there anyone out there interested in forming a Hickory golfing club here in the DFW area? To meet regularly and play on the courses in the area that were established prior to 1935? (there are at least 6 courses in the area)
John Wright
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2007-12-14
Could anyone please tell me where I could buy a few replacement hickory shafts?
Michael Curran
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2007-12-10
i was in my parents attic not long ago and found an old hickory shafted mashie that was hand crafted in st. andrews and is stamped with the thomas stewart pipe aswell as tom morris. any info please.
bennett dunn
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2007-11-13
If anyone has any photos they'd like to share, please let me know. I would love to see them so please feel free to send them to me. Thanks!
Barbara Kopec
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2007-11-03
I have a hickory 1 wood and a matching 2 wood and am having trouble making out the name at the top of the club. It looks like Eric Leawall or Lexwall or Leavall. Can anyone help?
Frank Mason
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2007-11-02
I have a Clubmakers of St. Andrews putter with the head stamped BOB-M. Does this identify and date the clubmaker? Very curious of the circa and value collectable. Thank you.
Robert Earl Williams
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2007-10-04
I have a relatively new Otis Crisman putter. can you give me a value on it? Also , I have an old woody by Spaulding/Chicopee. Thanks for any info.
JEANNE RICE
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2007-09-25
I have an Otis Crisman putter and would like to know more about the man Otis Crisom and can't seem to find very much at all. I understand he was from Slema and had a brother and he was a pro and later made clubs. Please fill me in on him and his clubs
Brothers
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2007-09-24
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Randolf
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2007-09-18
I am a beginning golf club collector , can anybody provide me with any infor on this?It is steel shaft covered in a wood grain fiberglass, the head is stainless, has the # 99 underlined on the sole and hand stamped dimples in the face,leather grip.
Roger Colling
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2007-09-10
I would like to put together a new set of golf clubs made with new ausralian blade irons and persimmon woods using new hickory shafts. Where can I find information on getting the new shafts and the techniques of putting together the clubs.
Eric Janton
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2007-08-30
I have acquired a set of hickory golf sticks with bag. They are made up of several makers from Stewart, British Golf Co., Forgan, etc The putter has written on it "Ceetee" and PUTTER and that is all. Who made this line of putter or clubs.
Ivan McKenzie
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2007-08-16
I have a wooden shaft that has vertical cracks any suggestions on repairing it? thanks td
tony d
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2007-08-13
I have 6 hickory clubs made be AG Spaulding Brothers with the name Selma F. Kittredge stamped. Clubs: Mashie 15 Mashie Model M5 Putter Model M6 Niblick 2 Midiron 12 Mashie Niblick Could you tell me what era they are from.
Otis Sutherland
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2007-07-28
curious of the year this putter was intoduced
Shawn
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2007-07-27
Are the reproduction clubs from Glencall International approved for play in pre-1900 tournaments santioned by SOHG? They make them letf handed and I'm having trouble finding playable pre-1900 irons and woods.
Charles Howington
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2007-07-26
I would like to know where to buy large Prints or Painting of golfing scenes and or players depicting the Edwardian or Victorian periods?? Thank you, Chris
Chris Lindsey
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2007-07-10
We have a set of Spaulding Hickory shaft irons, 2-5 and 16 & 9,w/1927 patent. We also have the leather golf bag, and 2,3 & 4 Joyce Wethered Persimmon woods. Wondering their value. Is there an interest?
kathy valencia
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2007-07-10
i have a mashie with the name joe anderson perth rustless speicial there is a large K with brand underneath it also says hand forged real or fake thanks graham
graham dougherty
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2007-07-10
i have a hickory no2 wood, on the bottom of the head is a large 2 next to that is a letter N below the letter is a number 5653, on top of the head there is a name i cannot read, the only word i can make out is flite,
graham dougherty
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2007-07-04
We are out of San Francisco Bay Area, just came back from a trip to Scotland, played hickory clubs at Musselburgh. Does your society have any members/chapters on the west coast that I can get in contact with?
Roger Gage
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2007-06-17
i NEED TO KNOW WHERE TO FIND THE VALUE OF A OLD HICKORY SET OF GOLF CLUBS IN AVERAGE CONDITION
RICK BOND
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2007-06-17
I have a set of wood shaft clubs. The heads say Walter Hagen Custom Built Head and the shafts have W Yeoman Chicago on them. How do I find how much these are worth?
Michael Hansen
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2007-05-31
How is it America puts out so many golf professionals, and so, so ungodly amount of amateurs of the game? From Alabama to Washington State golfers everywhere, and someone you talk to will talk about golf..barber shop, office. Why is that?
Mike Johnson
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2007-05-07
I have a Callaway hickory shafted Wedge I received in 1990. The shaft is cracked and I would like to replace it. Where can I purchase a new or used replacement shaft.
Bill Legg
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2007-04-21
WHO WAS THE LAST GOLFER TO USE WOODEN SHAFTED CLUBS IN A PGA EVENT??
SGUY
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2007-04-20
Along the same lines, does anyone know of or have swing sequence(s) for Wild Bill Melhorn. I have his book Golf Secrets Exposed, and in it he talks a lot about the hickory days.
Dennis Parise
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2007-04-17
Does anyone know if swing sequence(s) exist for the canadian and French Open winner J Douglas Edgar, renowned player, teacher, and author of "The Gate to Golf".
Bill Gunn
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2007-04-12
I was given a set of BirdieBalls last year. I've since moved to hickories and found them excellent for practice. Allowing me to hit hundreds of shots with no damage to clubs or "balls" with good feel Has anyone else tried them and had similar thoughts?
Pat Costello
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2007-04-05
we recently acquired an 11 iron beeline wood shaft leather grip wright and ditson golf club. it appears to have a mother of pearl cap on the grip. can anyone give me any information on it.
dede sexton
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2007-04-04
I am trying to find a hickory event in the Chicago area. Also, is there a contact for hickory golfers in the midwest?
Bill Trunkhill
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2007-04-01
The more I play hickories - the more difficult it becomes to play modern clubs. My swing has always been slow (70 mph) and flat. I am now actually hitting hickory irons much better than my Pings. Has this happened to anyone else?
Bob Caston - Granger, IN
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2007-03-29
On the back of the head is the word MASHIE aligned vertically. Horizontal are the words SPECIAL TOM AUCHERLONIE ST ANDREWS and a mark resembling a smoking pipe. Below that is TSST REG TRADEMARK. The face has dimples. Real/fake?
Ron Burkholder
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2007-02-24
Dear Editor, Q: Who are the winners of the 'professional grand slam', who won all the events open to them in the hickory era. When did the Western Open cease to be considered a major? Answer: Walter Hagen, Gene Sarazen, and Tommy Armour. Henry Ze
Henry Zecher
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2007-02-22
At trade shows, I have noticed that some craftsmen use a chemical to return the shiny metallic appearance of the hosel on irons that they have repinned to a "darker", more weathered appearance. Can anyone tell me what the chemical is?
Paul Dietz
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2007-02-22
I have a fairly old leather bag that is in excellent condition, with the exception of the carrying strap. The stitching has deteriorated, but the materials in the strap are still in quite good condition. How do I go about restitching the strap? Thanks.
Paul Dietz
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2007-02-20
What is the "consensus" on Otey Crisman putters -- are they allowed in events where reproductions are permitted, or not? Thanks.
Paul Dietz
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2007-01-23
Would like to know the cost of membership.
Hugh G. Earnhart
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2007-01-15
When heating a shaft to work out a bow, how much heat should be applied? Any advice to avoid damaging the shaft would be appreciated. Thank you.
Bill Trunkhill
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2007-01-13
Can you please connect me with the person who knows the most about this picture, as he is an ancestor of mine. Thank you
Bob Chaworth-Musters
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2007-01-12
Any suggestions on how to restore the dot punches?
Hal Wilson
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2006-11-09
I found a club wedged in a tree that wondered about. It's head is stamped with a 5 petal flower, W-52, SELECT, HAND FORGED, and what looks like PUTTER though it has about 5 deg. of loft. Any help to finding information would be appreciated.
Steve Owens
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2006-11-03
Where do I get hickory shafts to replace broken ones? Either old or new.
Antti Paatola
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2006-10-12
How do I read the answers to the queries?
Len Brown
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2006-10-09
Any recomendations on straightening bowed shafts?
Roger Brinkley
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2006-10-04
Were woods named "Wilson Related Model 70" sold with both steel and hickory shafts?
Dick
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2006-10-01
I'm a novelist [The Caddie Who Knew Ben Hogan] published in May. I am now writing a novel about Walter Hagen. What year did he shift over to steel shafts. Does anyone know?
John Coyne
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2006-09-16
What is the best way to remove rust from a coule of hickory shafted irons that I have obtained. I am in the process of assembling a set of hickory clubs to play.
Stephen Heeter
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2006-09-16
would like to know where to buy wipping and tools to rewip the hickory woods that i have, which are quite a few. also to clean and restore the hickory iron that i have. thank you
vincent
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2006-09-01
I`m trying to find a Hickory Club club in my area? I live in northern Indiana as a matter of fact Goshen IN 46526 to be precise. Thanks, Steve
Stephen M. Heeter
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2006-08-22
finding a manufacturer of old clubs is daunting, how can a person find out who made a club? mine has only one mark "kenmore" hickory shaft 4 iron
Tony Chambers
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2006-08-20
When were grass mowers first used on greens? How were greens maintained before then? On a related topic, when did golfers stop teeing upwithin a club length of the hole?
Jay Harris
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2006-08-06
Yesterday while having a hit I snapped the shaft directly above the hosel.The mashie had been epoxied and had whipping above hosel.Are there any other precautions you can take to prevent shaft breakage,or is it just one of those things with hickory play?
Norm Richardson,Sydney,Australia.
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2006-07-23
What course length do most hickory events use. I am playing the typical mens tees (6,400 - 6,600 yds). With the shorter distance with my hickories it turns most par 4's into 5's. Its good practice for the par 5's but I do miss the puts for birdies.
Bob Caston - Granger, IN
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2006-07-12
My grandfather Tom Comer made and sold clubs with the Tom Comer Special logo on them. I am trying to locate some to refurbish and play. Does anyone know where some may be
Pat Costello
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2006-07-06
I have some hickory clubs that I want to playing with. The heads are solidly attached to the shafts and the shafts in very good shape. Do you recommend removing the shaft, clean and reglue it, or if they are firm, play with them.
Pat Costello
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2006-07-02
I have some hickory clubs with few loose heads I want to make them playable and one shaft needs to be replaced but I can't locate any. I also want to find a book on hickory repair and refurbishing.
Pat Costello
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2006-04-21
What are the rules regarding equipment? Which ball must be used? Can new hickory shaft equipment be used? Which rules are used? What do I need to do to participate in competition?
George Welsh
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2006-02-20
Which style of club, the pre 1900 or the 1920's clubs, is used most frequently in your events? Do you have specific events which use only pre 1900 equipment, or two day events where pre 1900 stix are used one day and post 1900 stix the second day?
Paul Dietz
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2006-02-20
I find hat I hit the gutta percha replica ball (Oakhurst ball) much shorter than most. Is there a special technique required to hit such a low compressin ball?
Paul Dietz
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2006-02-19
Are bulger style replicas allowed in your hckory events? What should I look for in a "legal" replica?
Paul Dietz
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2006-02-19
I have two sets of clubs that I have assembled for play (pre1900 and 1920's). I found that the weighting of the heads was less than I required, so I attached lead tape to the back of the club heads. Is this permissable in your hickory events?
Paul Dietz
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2006-01-14
I just read the note on the Hickorygolf.com site from Titleist about using the NXT and So/Lo with hickories. I am a little scared to change from my ProV1 - any suggestion on a good golf ball - especially for a slow swing speed.
Bob Caston
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2005-12-29
Assuming that the player were a low handicapper, from your research, what distances with a drive would you attribute to a featherie, a guttie and a Haskell with equipment during their respective eras, specifically, 1845, 1880, and 1915?
gary wiren
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2005-12-29
I have a set of refinished old Hickory clubs, but I am tempted to buy a set modern reproductions. What are the pro's and cons of this.
Colin Muncie Totonto Canada
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2005-12-25
It has been said that Ben Hogan could never have succeeded in the "hickory age" because hickory shafts would not have stood up to his practice routine. What are other readers take on this statement?
Herb Page, Kent OH
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2005-12-25
Who are the winners of the profesional grand slam, who won all the events open to them. When did the Western Open cease to be considered a major?
Matt Boumphrey
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2005-12-25
Why was hickory preferred to other woods for a club shaft. What types of wood were used for shafts before hickory became into general use?
Karl Petersen
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2005-12-25
Why do I shank the ball?
Jay Cusik, Chagrin Falls OH
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