Golf Putters

Finding the Right Putter for Your Game

The putter is the most-used club in your bag, accounting for more strokes than any other, so finding one that suits your eye and your stroke is one of the quickest ways to lower your scores. At Tony Valentine Golf we stock putters from the world's leading brands, including Scotty Cameron, Odyssey, TaylorMade, Ping, Cobra, Cleveland, and Mizuno, covering blades, mallets, and every length.

Below you will find everything you need to choose with confidence, from head shape and length to matching the putter to your stroke. Because the right putter depends so much on how you roll the ball, our Custom Fit service is the best way to find one that holes more putts.

Blade vs Mallet Putters

Blade putters have a traditional, compact head that many players prefer for its clean look and feel. They tend to suit golfers with an arcing stroke, where the face naturally opens and closes through the putt, and they reward a good touch with excellent feedback. Their smaller head makes them less forgiving on off-centre strikes, which is the trade-off for that classic feel.

Mallet putters have a larger head with weight distributed further back and to the perimeter, which raises forgiveness and makes the putter more stable on mishits. The bigger footprint also allows for clear alignment aids that help you start putts on line. Mallets generally suit a straighter, more square-to-square stroke, and they are an easy choice for golfers who want maximum stability and help lining up. Between the two sits a wide range of mid-mallet shapes that blend feel and forgiveness.

Getting the Length Right

Putter length has a direct effect on your posture, eye position, and consistency. Too long and your hands sit too high with your eyes inside the ball, too short and you hunch over and crowd it. Standard putters typically run from 33 to 35 inches, and getting the length matched to your height and posture helps you set your eyes over or just inside the ball, which is where the most consistent rolls come from.

Beyond standard length, broomstick and arm-lock putters offer alternative ways to stabilise the stroke for players who struggle with the short ones. Counterbalanced models add weight in the grip end to quieten the hands. The right length and style is very personal, and it is one of the easiest things to get right with a proper fitting.

Matching the Putter to Your Stroke

Most putting strokes fall somewhere between a straight back-and-through path and a noticeable arc. Putters are built with different hosels and weighting to match, described as toe hang. A face-balanced putter, where the face points to the sky when balanced on your finger, suits a straighter stroke, while a putter with toe hang suits a more arcing stroke. Pairing your putter's toe hang to your natural stroke helps the face return to square more reliably, which is the single biggest factor in starting putts on line. A fitting identifies your stroke type and matches the right head to it.

New vs Pre-Owned Putters

Whether you want the latest face and alignment technology or exceptional value in a proven model, our range covers both. Brand-new putters give you the newest designs, fresh face inserts, and the full choice of lengths and styles, while pre-owned putters from top brands offer significant savings, and a classic head can hole just as many putts as the day it launched. If you have an old putter to move on, our trade-in service can put its value towards your next gamer.

Frequently Asked Questions About Putters

Should I use a blade or mallet putter?

It depends on your stroke and what you prefer to look at. Blades suit players with an arcing stroke who value feel and a traditional look, while mallets suit a straighter stroke and golfers who want more forgiveness and stronger alignment aids. If you miss putts left and right, a forgiving mallet often helps. The best way to decide is to roll both and see which starts more putts on line.

What length putter do I need?

Most golfers fit a putter between 33 and 35 inches, but the right length depends on your height and putting posture. The aim is to set your eyes over or just inside the ball with your arms hanging comfortably. The wrong length pushes your eyes off line and hurts consistency, so it is well worth checking as part of a fitting rather than guessing.

What is toe hang and why does it matter?

Toe hang describes how the toe of the putter hangs when you balance it on your finger, and it reflects how the face opens and closes through the stroke. A face-balanced putter suits a straight stroke, while a putter with toe hang suits an arcing stroke. Matching toe hang to your natural stroke helps the face return to square, which is the main factor in starting putts on your intended line.

Does the putter grip make a difference?

Yes, more than many golfers expect. A larger grip quietens the hands and can help players who get wristy, promoting a smoother, more shoulder-driven stroke, while a thinner grip gives more feel for the clubhead. Grip choice is personal, and trying a few is the best way to find what helps you control speed and start line most consistently.

Book a Putter Fitting at Tony Valentine Golf

The surest way to hole more putts is to be fitted for your putter. Our PGA-trained team reads your stroke type and matches the right head style, length, and toe hang to the way you roll the ball. Browse our full range below, or book a fitting at our Corsham or Swindon centre.