Used clubs are clubs generally sold
for use although some may be collectable, especially putters and wedges. Item IDs of most
collectable items start with the letter 'C' in the item tables. Whether clubs are
classified as used, unusual or collectable is a judgement call of the buyer. Many used
clubs are classic designs originally sold through golf pro shops but that is not always
the case. Since the 1980's all pro quality clubs have been available through retail
distribution. A number of older averaged priced clubs sold through department stores or
sporting goods shops have designs and quality equal to higher priced clubs and should not
be dismissed lightly as being of lesser quality e.g. Northwestern and Palmer brands. If
you have ever used a stainless Sportsman sandwedge or a set of Louisville Slugger irons
you know that these are great designs even though they were inexpensive when new. Also
remember that many major club manufacturers have sold second tier dealer clubs which have
a look and feel comparable to their top of the line models.
Used Clubs are sold as-is or with
Upgrade options.
As-Is Condition
The as-is description in the spec
sheet will indicate any noticable flaws or wear in the club(s) aside from usual wear. Some
examples of noticable flaws are a major ding on an iron head, rust on steel shafts or
significant shaft wear due to bag rubbing, and poor grips. Almost any 20th century
used club can be refurbed.
Upgrade Options
The spec sheet will indicate the
upgrade options available. Upgrade categories are:
New rubber grips. Standard
upgrade uses Tacki Mac wraps or equivalent. grips. Other grips can be provided
including leather and arthritic.
New shafts and grips.
Standard upgrade is lightweight steel with flex specified (refer to Shaft flex) and standard rubber grips.
Stainless steel head refurbing and
polishing. Stainless heads can be finished to a near new state. Major dings are
blended into the design.
Carbon steel head refurb and
rechroming. Like a polished stainless head, a refinished/rechromed carbon steel head
is near new when completed except for major dings which are blended into the design.
