Although Wilson used the 8802 moniker earlier, the putter basically came into being with the "Designed by Arnold Palmer" in 1962. When Palmer left Wilson in 1963, the putter was renamed "The Wilson 8802." The 8802 discovered its way into the bags of the top players of earth, including Phil Mickelson, Greg Norman and Ben Crenshaw, and it's been a favorite of recreational golfers.
Some 50 years later to marketplace, Wilson is bringing a fresh ground 8802 putter after its initial launch. And since you can see, it is a beauty.
Made from 304 stainless steel and featuring the conventional 8802 heel-shafted design, the putter features a double milled face and a 335-g head in addition to stamping not inconsistent with the first 8802.
Lamkin 3GEN pistol grip and a steepless True Temper Head Rate shaft are regular on the new 8802.
The new 8802 includes a white and reddish putter cover which is simultaneously classic and daring, which you are able to see below. The putter is at present accessible just a right handed version at one span: 35 inches and sells for $179.99.
Few, if any, golf club layouts have pedigree and the history of the Wilson 8802 putter. Used by some of the all time greats of the game, the blade design that is understated continues to be holing putts. In 2014, it is being brought by Wilson back.
Wilson Staff are introducing modern variants of the iconic 8802 putter and two of the hottest golf club layouts: the Dynapower irons in the shape of the recent FG Tour 100 irons, to observe the 100th anniversary of the firm.
The initial contour inspired and was designed by Arnold Palmer, who was a Wilson player. When Arnold left the business in 1963, Wilson removed the "Designed By Arnold Palmer" inscription on the sole and replaced it with Wilson 8802, referencing the catalog number of the putter. Styling and the 8802 form has stayed mostly unchanged for the 50 years.
The 8802 layout has been trusted by other top Tour players. Ben Crenshaw's dad who paid gave he one. Crenshaw used it for a long time, prompting his sword to be nicknamed "Little Ben".
Tim Clarke, General Manager says:
Our primary focus this year lies in our new product launchings, but there's simply an excessive amount of history without observing our centenary year to pass through it. Golf Clubs like 8802 putters and the FG Tour 100 blades will restore lots of memories, but also show the modern golfer Wilson Staff has stayed this type of powerful brand in golf.
The Wilson 8802 putter's 2014 form is milled from 304 stainless steel. Unlike the smooth, metal face of the first, Wilson have added a double-milled face to the version that was redesigned.
With a head weight of 335 gs, heel-shafted head contour of the first the putter has additionally been updated with the same to fit the needs of ball building and modern greens.
Beyond the head layout, the Wilson Staff 8802 putter comes fitted with a stepless, flare- a smooth Lamkin 3GEN Pistol grip and point shaft. Should you choose to purchase the version that is new, you'll receive your putter with packaging and a limited edition headcover carrying script and the classic Wilson Staff shield, which will also appear on Wilson Staff Tour players' totes.
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