What Does Putter Mean in Golf?
By The Fairway Labs TeamReviewed
Equipment
Golf term
Putter
Putter in practice
Mallet putters, with their larger, heavier heads, are generally more forgiving on off-center hits than traditional blade putters, which is why they are popular with beginners.
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