Description: Antique 60s Otey Crisman Putter 70 HB Flat Shaft Excellent Original Condition Head is non-magnetic: aluminum or similar alloy; with brass insert; shaft is hickory; grip is leather. Unusual shaft is flattened on the inside where the thumbs align; flattened all the way down to the head (see photo #5) Excellent condition all around. Marked as shown Club is 34••3/4 inches long measured straight down the shaft through the hosel to the heel Weight is 15.5 ounces In 1946, Otey Crisman was a great ball-striker but putting held him back from beating the legends of that day. At the U.S. Open qualifying in Birmingham, AL that year, Otey showed up with a new putter. He had designed and manufactured a first of its kind; a mallet style putter with a soft metal brass insert was embedded in the aluminum head. Two lead weights on either side of the insert created a "center balance", reducing torque and improving solid contact. Crisman finished with the 4th lowest qualifying score in the country with his trusty "Otey"! Yet as the season progressed, it was his new putter that got all the attention rather than his play. His fellow touring professionals began requesting an "Otey" of their own, and the rest is history... 70 years later, most modern putters now use an "insert" to improve results. Otey Crisman was ahead of his time, with performance and design! New models of this putter are still made today. Current new models sell for $300- $400 MSRP. Will refund 20% of UPS shipping after the sale is complete. Will combine shipping with other clubs I currently have listed.
Price: 25 USD
Location: East Longmeadow, Massachusetts
End Time: 2024-12-22T17:16:18.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Otey Crisman
Dexterity: Right-Handed
Club Type: Putter
Model: HB 70
Shaft Material: Hickory
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Unit Quantity: 1
Vintage: Yes
