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Spin-Off: Are Scotty Cameron putters really worth the money?

Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:09 pm
Posted by Eric Stratton
Faber College
Member since Mar 2015
2049 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:09 pm
I understand the theory that "you get what you pay for," especially when applying the phrase to almost any other golf club in your bag, but are Scotty Cameron putters really worth the price? I mean aren't putters just a solid flat surface with little room for variation as far as abilities? Having never played with one and being too poor to buy one "just to check it out," I figured I'd ask the OT.
Posted by BRgetthenet
Member since Oct 2011
117732 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:11 pm to
Wanna try mine?
Posted by dukesilver72
Texas
Member since Feb 2015
919 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:12 pm to
Over hyped yea, but they aren't bad. I used a Pro Platinum for a few months and thought it was ok. I still prefer my Ping Anser.
Posted by LPgolfer
Member since Jul 2015
858 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:13 pm to
If you make putts with it. Yes
If you miss putts with it. No
Posted by TheCaterpillar
Member since Jan 2004
76774 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:13 pm to
Putting is as much about confidence as it is about technique and equipment.

If the equipment gives you confidence, it's worth it IMO.

I have a Newport 2.5 custom fit for me and I am leaving everything to it in my legal will.
Posted by LNCHBOX
70448
Member since Jun 2009
84304 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:13 pm to
Part of putting is mental. If it makes you more confident, you'll putt better. JMO. I don't have one, but I do have a putter that I am confident in.
Posted by DivotBreath
On the course
Member since Oct 2007
3514 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:14 pm to
Worth the money -- not really, but it is the same with other high-end brand name products. That being said, if it gives you an added degree of confidence, then go for it.

I currently play one, but it's still not worth the money. A putter for 1/3 the price will work just as well.
Posted by Paddyshack
Land of the Free
Member since Sep 2015
8397 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:14 pm to
Some putter faces are certainly more forgiving and consistent than others, but I agree that the difference is marginal, especially once you reach a certain quality.

My younger brother plays high school golf and recently got a Scotty. It took him quite a while to adjust to the speed because the ball was jumping hot off the face. He is adjusted now and loves it, but I can still out-putt with my $120 Odyssey. User matters more than the club in most instances.
Posted by Upperdecker
St. George, LA
Member since Nov 2014
30615 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:15 pm to
Mine is the best tool in my bag. I love putting now that I got it, it feels really steady and has just the right weight and balance to it. Too bad it takes me a while to get to putting since my driving still sucks
Posted by DBU
Member since Mar 2014
19059 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:19 pm to
I have no regrets with mine. I love it.
Posted by Tiger Hoods
Dixon Correctional Facility
Member since Jan 2016
432 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:21 pm to
Its not the wand its the Magician
Posted by Topwater Trout
Red Stick
Member since Oct 2010
67592 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:22 pm to
I am loyal to a ping putter I have used for 30 years. I think if the putter feels comfortable in your hands you will putt better.

A bad putter probably wont get better using the most expensive putter but a good putter might.
Posted by coalbe923
New Orleans
Member since Feb 2011
139 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:25 pm to
Probably not, unless your a scratch golfer.
Posted by dagrippa
Saigon
Member since Nov 2004
11303 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:27 pm to
It depends on your level of play.

Is a Pro-V that much better than a Pinnacle for a hacker? No.

Same question for a good player? Yes.
Posted by SBvital
Member since Feb 2013
1954 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:28 pm to
I like mine. I got it last year looking for a change from my two ball I putted with for 10 years.

I had no confidence in my two ball. Whatever putter you put behind the ball that makes you feel like the ball is going to go in is worth the money IMO.

Like most have said, putter is the most mental club in the bag.
Posted by EyeoftheEldrick12
Member since Jul 2012
1949 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:32 pm to
Yes they are worth the money, super sweet putters.

But having said that, it's what you prefer in your hand during the round. I switched from my Scotty about a year ago to a SeeMore for about 1/4 of the price. I won't be switching back anytime soon either.
Posted by unbeWEAVEable
The Golf Board Godfather
Member since Apr 2010
13637 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:34 pm to
I think so. I'm a big feel player and can tell the difference in most putters with one or two putts. SC's are top of the line in that regard.
Posted by LSUfanNkaty
LC, Louisiana
Member since Jan 2015
11119 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 1:37 pm to
quote:

Spin-Off: Are Scotty Cameron putters really worth the money?


If you can't put worth a shite, then it will not help you...
Posted by KarlMalonesFlipPhone
Member since Sep 2015
3848 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 2:00 pm to
They aren't going to make you a good putter, but they are quality sticks. I rock a used one, would never pay full price for one. For 300 you could get a nice custom putter from a smaller company. I bought one for my dad, a c&l 350 milled putter, that's nicer than most Cameron's I've seen.
Posted by ginms
Ridgeland Ms
Member since Aug 2007
1885 posts
Posted on 2/24/16 at 2:10 pm to
Expensive or pretty cheap. If it feels right and lines up in your eye. Buy !! All in the feel.
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