Iron technology in putters? Say hello to PXG’s Battle Ready II range

PXG have revealed their new Battle Ready II putters, which have been inspired by the company’s own technology used in their 0311 irons.

The Battle Ready II range will feature nine putters – four blades and five mallets – so there is a design and configuration to suit every stroke. Each putter will feature what PXG are calling the “thinnest putter face in golf” to “deliver optimum performance and phenomenal feel”.

So what’s new in the tech?

When PXG revealed its marquee irons in 2015, the proprietary injection-molded, hollow body design made an indelible mark as a golf industry first. The technology not only enabled PXG to deliver an unmatched feel at impact, but it also supported the introduction of an ultra-thin face which enhanced forgiveness and produced increased distance. This innovative manufacturing technique and material enhancements continue to power PXG’s irons today.

Based on learnings over the years, PXG engineers determined that a similar approach would produce notable performance enhancements in the putter category. Traditional solid body putters have unwanted mass near the center of gravity (CG), which limits the moment of inertia (MOI). With the introduction of a thin-walled hollow body, PXG Battle Ready II putters reposition mass to the putter’s extreme perimeter, yielding a high MOI – ~10% higher compared to the previous series – relative to the clubhead size.

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New S COR Technology, an extremely lightweight polymer, is injection-molded into the hollow cavity. The material bonds to the face to dampen the sound and any harsh vibrations through impact. The structural support provided by the S COR material enables PXG to deliver golf’s thinnest putter face at 0.055″. This is advantageous to golfers because it dramatically enhances the forgiveness of the clubhead.

PXG Battle Ready II putters also feature a Pyramid Face Pattern. The aggressively milled pattern creates the soft sounds of an insert putter while maintaining the responsive feel of a solid, milled putter. The pyramid density supports consistent interaction with golf ball dimples, while the pyramid geometry delivers a satisfying sound.

Precision Weighting Technology is employed in the sole to dial in each putter further. Weighting is used by club fitters and consumers to alter the overall clubhead mass and to influence launch conditions. Players who typically pull putts may benefit from adding heavier weights to the toe side of the putter, making it more difficult to close the face at impact. Players who typically push putts may benefit from adding heavier weights to the heel side of the putter, making it easier to close the face.

Battle Ready II Putters support four hosel configurations to suit any stroke – plumber’s neck, double bend, heel shafted, and armlock. Select models also offer a center shafted option.

PXG claim the overall system – S COR Technology, ultra-thin face, Pyramid Face Pattern, Precision Weighting, and hosel option – reduces skid distance and creates optimal roll performance so golfers can achieve more consistency on the green.

“We are always learning and improving,” PXG founder and CEO Bob Parsons said. “The Battle Ready II putters are another clear example of our unwavering commitment to advancing technology to produce noticeably better performance. From consistency across the face to the feel at impact, these putters deliver in spades – and the new platinum finish is absolutely gorgeous.”

• Visit the PXG website for more information