Finding the right hosel configuration for your putting stroke can be challenging – especially when there are a variety of adjustability options to choose from. To help narrow the search, we’ve put together this guide to ensure you’re making the best decision for you and your stroke.
WHAT IS A HOSEL?
First off, a hosel is a sleeve or socket that connects the club head with the golf club shaft.
The reason we adjust hosels is because of what we call hang, or the hang angle. When you hold the putter shaft horizontally, you’ll see that the center of gravity causes the putter head to align itself directly under the shaft. Finding the ideal alignment to suit your stoke can greatly improve your overall putting performance and your enjoyment on the greens.
WHICH HOSEL WILL SUIT MY STROKE?
PXG’s 0211 Putters have fixed hosel options that vary per head type. PXG’s Battle Ready II Putters support four hosel configurations, with select models offering a center shafted option:
HEEL SHAFTED
Our Heel-Shafted hosel has a half shaft of offset and a significant toe hang angle. This putter is best suited for players with an open-to-close, arc-style stroke.
This is good for players who tend to pull the ball because it requires more energy to rotate the clubhead through the stroke.
DOUBLE BEND
Our Double Bend hosel has a face-balanced hang angle creating a half shaft of offset. This face-balanced design minimizes resistance to twisting, assisting players who tend to push the ball. It is best suited for those with a straight-back-straight-through putting stroke.
For players who prefer a center shafted putter, this style raises the shaft axis to match that of the preferred style and mimics the performance.
PLUMBER’S NECK
Our Plumber’s-Neck hosel has a full shaft of offset with a mid-toe hang angle. It is a versatile hosel shape, equally effective for golfers with a straight- or arc-style stroke.
ARMLOCK
Our Armlock hosel has a face-balanced hang angle creating a full shaft offset. This putter is best suited for players who desire the greater control and stability – or who suffer from the yips.
The Armlock hosel orients the shaft axis through the CG to create a face balanced hang angle, which reduces the inertial force required to rotate the putter face.
Due to the configuration of this hosel, and the dependency on the player’s posture and stroke type, it is best to work with a PXG Master Fitter to determine the proper fit for this design.
CENTER SHAFTED
Our Center Shafted hosel presents a face balanced hang angle with zero offset. Best suited for players with a straight back, straight through stroke, the Center Shafted hosel orients the shaft axis in a central, evenly distributed, location.
The Center Shafted hosel is available in the Dagger+, Blackjack and Bat Attack models.
With nine head shapes, five hosel types, and multiple sole weighting options – PXG makes it simple and fun to build your next money maker.
HOW TO FIND YOUR PERFECT PUTTER
Start by selecting the putter profile that best suits your eye at address. This will give you added confidence when standing over a shot. Then select the hosel configuration that works with your stroke style. Finally, select your preferred loft and lie, as well as shaft length and grip style .
The model, in conjunction with the chosen hosel – whether Double Bend, Plumber’s Neck, Heel Shafted, Center Shafted, or Armlock – will dictate the overall assembled head weight. The Armlock yields the heaviest standard clubhead mass and the Double Bend the lightest.
Each putter has an adjustable range of at least 30 grams to optimize head weight and bias. Sole weighting is set to standard but can be adjusted during a fitting. Weight kits are also available for those who prefer to tinker at their own convenience.
Have more questions? Check out our full Putter Buying Guide to find your perfect match.
GET FITTED FOR YOUR PERFECT PUTTER
At PXG our expert fitters are uniquely qualified to help customers find a putter that improves their game. You can set up an appointment with one of PXG’s Fitting Specialist here or call our PXG Fitting Department now at 844.PLAY.PXG
