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L.A.B. Golf Oz.1i HS
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Why We Like It
- This traditional shape marks the first heel-shafted mallet in the L.A.B. Golf lineup yet still maintains the weighting that lines up the head’s center of gravity with the shaft axis for a smoother, more repeatable stroke.
- The key to maintaining the putter’s zero-torque weighting is a lightweight hosel that changes in length as the lie angle and shaft length change so that the shaft axis still points toward the head’s center of gravity.
- That hosel gets progressively taller as the lie angle gets more upright. In all, there are 10 hosel configurations to fit lie angles from 65 to 74 degrees.
- Constructed of aluminum, the hosel weighs less than half of what it would were it made of traditional stainless steel.
- The soft, lightweight aluminum body frees up mass that’s redistributed in the perimeter in the form of weighted screws, all designed to maintain that relationship between the shaft axis and a forward center of gravity.
- The milled steel face insert seeks to achieve the improved initial roll and velocity of typical milled putters that many players prefer.
- It’s offered in the company’s 2 degrees of forward shaft lean and a 0-degree shaft lean that allows players to use their preferred model of putter grip.
- Model: Oz.1i HS. Head weights: 360-400 grams. Lengths: 33-35 inches. Loft: 3 degrees
what our testers said
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COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List testers noted a soft, milled-insert face that produces consistent end-over-end roll and pace from three to 50 feet, with very tight dispersion (often within a foot). The squat, all‑black, chiseled look, balanced weighting and zero‑torque/forward-press setup delivered stable, confident strokes and easy speed control. Some players did find the offset/shaft arrangement made alignment tricky.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List testers noted an almost auto‑pilot roll and remarkable consistency—ball speed stayed uniform even on off‑center strikes. The smaller mallet head with a clean, line‑minimal top and double‑trim plus single alignment line promoted square‑to‑square setup. Built‑in forward press and low torque drove a firmer, solid thump and good speed off the face; feel sat between soft and firm. One caveat: a few found the face insert lacked a solid, responsive feel.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List panelists observed a soft, buttery feel from the milled insert, a clean milled-top/all-black aesthetic, and a squat, stable head that inspires confidence. Most praised consistent end-over-end roll, tight dispersion and strong long‑putt control; many said the club sits square at address and promotes a pendulum stroke. Perceptions of the sweet spot varied—some found it large and forgiving while others called it firmer and smaller. One downside: the very muted face reduces feedback, so some players hit putts a touch firmer.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List testers noted a subtle-looking yet very stable putter that performed from three to 50 feet, delivering a balanced, consistent stroke and tight dispersion (often within a foot). Its zero-torque design achieves stability without a center-mounted shaft, and the milled insert gives a firmer, metallic feel with end-over-end roll. It sits nicely at address and forgives off-center hits. One drawback: the multiple angles and flange lines can make alignment harder than ideal.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
Wayne
61, Handicap 7
3 years testing
The putter performed well, but it took time to get used to the very muted feel of the face. It didn't seem like the putter transferred energy into the ball, so I had to hit my putts a little firmer to get the ball to go the distance I wanted.
Alan
31, Handicap 3
2 years testing
I love the smaller head for a mallet putter. There are no lines on the top of it as well, so it has a clean look. If you're looking for a square-to-square putter, this is perfect.
Wei
55, Handicap 14
10+ years testing
Visually, there's too much going on—all the angles and lines. Doesn't suit my eye. I do like the fact that a zero-torque putter can have a more traditional setup, where the shaft coming out of the grip is a little less visually jarring. I like that aspect of it.
Alejandra
27, Handicap 6
5 years testing
Consistently delivered the ball online. There's no real alignment system, but in the address position, the club sits where it needs to be. I didn't have to adjust it in any way, and it stayed on path during the stroke, like a pendulum.
Skylar
27, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Really consistent with a soft feel. It has a large sweet spot, so you really can't miss it, and I like how the bottom is so flush at address.
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Wayne
61, Handicap 7
3 years testing
The putter performed well, but it took time to get used to the very muted feel of the face. It didn't seem like the putter transferred energy into the ball, so I had to hit my putts a little firmer to get the ball to go the distance I wanted.
Alan
31, Handicap 3
2 years testing
I love the smaller head for a mallet putter. There are no lines on the top of it as well, so it has a clean look. If you're looking for a square-to-square putter, this is perfect.
Wei
55, Handicap 14
10+ years testing
Visually, there's too much going on—all the angles and lines. Doesn't suit my eye. I do like the fact that a zero-torque putter can have a more traditional setup, where the shaft coming out of the grip is a little less visually jarring. I like that aspect of it.
Alejandra
27, Handicap 6
5 years testing
Consistently delivered the ball online. There's no real alignment system, but in the address position, the club sits where it needs to be. I didn't have to adjust it in any way, and it stayed on path during the stroke, like a pendulum.
Skylar
27, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Really consistent with a soft feel. It has a large sweet spot, so you really can't miss it, and I like how the bottom is so flush at address.
Shane
37, Handicap 12
6 years testing
Tight dispersion, no more than a foot from the hole with several balls. A little too firm and audible at impact. The multiple angles in the flange can be distracting, and the angles made alignment harder than it should be.
Daniel
34, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Nice to have a more traditional setup with a zero-torque putter. I felt confident with my starting line, and the face imparted a great end-over-end roll. Impact was soft, but the only downside was how that led to some inconsistency in finding the pace.
Jason
49, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
It looks like they chiseled it out of a rock, but it works really well.
Anand
43, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
I love the all-black look and the clean design. The insert almost covers the entire face, which instills confidence, and the color difference between the black and the metal provides a good alignment aid.
Thomas
61, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
Good putter. The squat head really fit my eye. The dispersion was so good. I felt confident stroke after stroke that it would be close to the hole. I knew the worst I was going to have was a two-putt from anywhere on the green.
Scott
38, Handicap 16
10+ years testing
Putts were all within a tight distance, literally bouncing off the same ball from 25 feet. As my stroke went a foot back to a foot forward, everything about this putter was going the same direction with a consistent flow.
Jamie
52, Handicap 7
3 years testing
It has a soft, buttery feel with the milled insert. The weight is perfect, and I love the milled top. Just has a great look to it.
Matt
53, Handicap 11
4 years testing
Delightful performance. It's very stable, and my speed and accuracy were excellent, but the sound it muted, and it doesn't give me that feedback I'm looking for, almost like the head has a glove on. I found it easy to square the face to the ball, and the tight dispersion on my putts suggests the alignment is working.
Chris
60, Handicap 8
1 year testing
Looks like a Tesla truck. The roll is consistent, but the alignment was difficult because the hosel is offset, and the clubhead looks like it's at an angle.
Todd
62, Handicap 13
1 year testing
Subtle-looking but an effective, stable putter that performed well at distances from three to 50 feet. Felt balanced through the stroke and good with what I'm sure were off-center hits. Conventional feel in an unconventional package.
Matt
28, Handicap 7
2 years testing
Hard to look at and strange to use with the shaft set back. I had a pull tendency on a lot of putts, especially if I missed the sweet spot.
Robert
29, Handicap +2
2 years testing
I like the automatic forward press, the way the grip and shaft fit into the head. It made it easy to align. It was noticeably firmer off the face compared to others in this category. Had a solid thump when hitting the ball. Good speed off the face.
Andrew
40, Handicap 8
1 year testing
The sleek look is cool, but it's hard to address the ball without any alignment markings. Center strikes and slight mis-hits rolled pretty online, but I was distracted because I wasn't confident I was aligned correctly.
Jack
36, Handicap 1
3 years testing
The zero torque-ness of this putter and the built-in forward press, for some reason, feels like the face closes. I have to emphasize getting my hands ahead of the face. I do like the double trim line and the single alignment line going into the ball. The feel is between soft and firm. Good-looking putter.
Gary
38, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
It's cool that you can achieve stability and that zero-torque performance without having the shaft bolted into the center of the head. The milled insert gives it a bit more of that firmness and metallic boost with an end-over-end roll.
Jin
30, Handicap 10
2 years testing
For long putts, it was more consistent. The head is on the heavier end, so it's hard to control distanced on short putts.
Aaron
45, Handicap 16
1 year testing
Soft feel and balanced weighting. I liked how it sat on the ground at address, but because it tapers backward, it felt like I was having to work to make a center strike. Still, the dispersion on my putts was pretty compact.
Paul
64, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
Firm face and small sweet spot, but it delivered consistent feel. From a three-foot putt to a 10-foot putt to a 20-footer, they all felt the same.
Ryan
47, Handicap 12
3 years testing
The way this sets up makes it tough to align and get used to. Really light head with a hot face, which is not a good combo for me. I tend to hit my putts long, and it took a while to figure out the dispersion.
Wesley
31, Handicap 4
3 years testing
It's hard for me to find a sightline. With the forward press built into the grip and the shaft set back, it's a tough combination to align my eyes to.
Megan
40, Handicap 0
2 years testing
It's sleek and phantom-looking, but the insert didn't feel solid enough for me at contact. That made it seem like it wasn't responsive enough.
Ricky
47, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
I couldn't miss with this putter. It was on auto-pilot.
BK
42, Handicap 2
10+ years testing
I find it incredibly consistent. The ball comes off at the same speed regardless of where I hit it. Good putts no matter what.
Peter
58, Handicap 8
10+ years testing
Visually, it's very plain. I like the weighting, but I didn't feel the sound and feel were married. Still, the roll was consistent and the dispersion was pretty tight. I just didn't feel like this is a particularly forgiving putter if you mis-hit it.
Ryan
50, Handicap 10
8 years testing
Light in my hand and free and easy through the zone. With no visible alignment aids, the putter trusts you to make the stroke and get it rolling to its intended target. If you can't do that by yourself, this isn't the putter for you.
Wei
55, Handicap 14
10+ years testing
Visually, there's too much going on—all the angles and lines. Doesn't suit my eye. I do like the fact that a zero-torque putter can have a more traditional setup, where the shaft coming out of the grip is a little less visually jarring. I like that aspect of it.
Shane
37, Handicap 12
6 years testing
Tight dispersion, no more than a foot from the hole with several balls. A little too firm and audible at impact. The multiple angles in the flange can be distracting, and the angles made alignment harder than it should be.
Daniel
34, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Nice to have a more traditional setup with a zero-torque putter. I felt confident with my starting line, and the face imparted a great end-over-end roll. Impact was soft, but the only downside was how that led to some inconsistency in finding the pace.
Scott
38, Handicap 16
10+ years testing
Putts were all within a tight distance, literally bouncing off the same ball from 25 feet. As my stroke went a foot back to a foot forward, everything about this putter was going the same direction with a consistent flow.
Matt
53, Handicap 11
4 years testing
Delightful performance. It's very stable, and my speed and accuracy were excellent, but the sound it muted, and it doesn't give me that feedback I'm looking for, almost like the head has a glove on. I found it easy to square the face to the ball, and the tight dispersion on my putts suggests the alignment is working.
Todd
62, Handicap 13
1 year testing
Subtle-looking but an effective, stable putter that performed well at distances from three to 50 feet. Felt balanced through the stroke and good with what I'm sure were off-center hits. Conventional feel in an unconventional package.
Gary
38, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
It's cool that you can achieve stability and that zero-torque performance without having the shaft bolted into the center of the head. The milled insert gives it a bit more of that firmness and metallic boost with an end-over-end roll.
Jin
30, Handicap 10
2 years testing
For long putts, it was more consistent. The head is on the heavier end, so it's hard to control distanced on short putts.
Aaron
45, Handicap 16
1 year testing
Soft feel and balanced weighting. I liked how it sat on the ground at address, but because it tapers backward, it felt like I was having to work to make a center strike. Still, the dispersion on my putts was pretty compact.
Ryan
47, Handicap 12
3 years testing
The way this sets up makes it tough to align and get used to. Really light head with a hot face, which is not a good combo for me. I tend to hit my putts long, and it took a while to figure out the dispersion.
Ryan
50, Handicap 10
8 years testing
Light in my hand and free and easy through the zone. With no visible alignment aids, the putter trusts you to make the stroke and get it rolling to its intended target. If you can't do that by yourself, this isn't the putter for you.
Wayne
61, Handicap 7
3 years testing
The putter performed well, but it took time to get used to the very muted feel of the face. It didn't seem like the putter transferred energy into the ball, so I had to hit my putts a little firmer to get the ball to go the distance I wanted.
Alejandra
27, Handicap 6
5 years testing
Consistently delivered the ball online. There's no real alignment system, but in the address position, the club sits where it needs to be. I didn't have to adjust it in any way, and it stayed on path during the stroke, like a pendulum.
Skylar
27, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Really consistent with a soft feel. It has a large sweet spot, so you really can't miss it, and I like how the bottom is so flush at address.
Anand
43, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
I love the all-black look and the clean design. The insert almost covers the entire face, which instills confidence, and the color difference between the black and the metal provides a good alignment aid.
Thomas
61, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
Good putter. The squat head really fit my eye. The dispersion was so good. I felt confident stroke after stroke that it would be close to the hole. I knew the worst I was going to have was a two-putt from anywhere on the green.
Jamie
52, Handicap 7
3 years testing
It has a soft, buttery feel with the milled insert. The weight is perfect, and I love the milled top. Just has a great look to it.
Chris
60, Handicap 8
1 year testing
Looks like a Tesla truck. The roll is consistent, but the alignment was difficult because the hosel is offset, and the clubhead looks like it's at an angle.
Matt
28, Handicap 7
2 years testing
Hard to look at and strange to use with the shaft set back. I had a pull tendency on a lot of putts, especially if I missed the sweet spot.
Andrew
40, Handicap 8
1 year testing
The sleek look is cool, but it's hard to address the ball without any alignment markings. Center strikes and slight mis-hits rolled pretty online, but I was distracted because I wasn't confident I was aligned correctly.
Paul
64, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
Firm face and small sweet spot, but it delivered consistent feel. From a three-foot putt to a 10-foot putt to a 20-footer, they all felt the same.
Peter
58, Handicap 8
10+ years testing
Visually, it's very plain. I like the weighting, but I didn't feel the sound and feel were married. Still, the roll was consistent and the dispersion was pretty tight. I just didn't feel like this is a particularly forgiving putter if you mis-hit it.
Alan
31, Handicap 3
2 years testing
I love the smaller head for a mallet putter. There are no lines on the top of it as well, so it has a clean look. If you're looking for a square-to-square putter, this is perfect.
Jason
49, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
It looks like they chiseled it out of a rock, but it works really well.
Robert
29, Handicap +2
2 years testing
I like the automatic forward press, the way the grip and shaft fit into the head. It made it easy to align. It was noticeably firmer off the face compared to others in this category. Had a solid thump when hitting the ball. Good speed off the face.
Jack
36, Handicap 1
3 years testing
The zero torque-ness of this putter and the built-in forward press, for some reason, feels like the face closes. I have to emphasize getting my hands ahead of the face. I do like the double trim line and the single alignment line going into the ball. The feel is between soft and firm. Good-looking putter.
Wesley
31, Handicap 4
3 years testing
It's hard for me to find a sightline. With the forward press built into the grip and the shaft set back, it's a tough combination to align my eyes to.
Megan
40, Handicap 0
2 years testing
It's sleek and phantom-looking, but the insert didn't feel solid enough for me at contact. That made it seem like it wasn't responsive enough.
Ricky
47, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
I couldn't miss with this putter. It was on auto-pilot.
BK
42, Handicap 2
10+ years testing
I find it incredibly consistent. The ball comes off at the same speed regardless of where I hit it. Good putts no matter what.
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Golf Galaxy
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Hot List Silver
$390
These high-stability models feature extra mass on the perimeter because of a hollow-body design.
A polymer like the one used in the company’s irons fills the central interior of each design, providing a weight-saving soft, responsive feel.
The hollow body is milled from 303 stainless steel.
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ZT Series
$450
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Golf Galaxy
GD SCORE
GD HOT LIST SCORE
Hot List Silver
$450
The internal weighting and distinctive hosel shaping balance the head’s center of gravity with the shaft axis to improve consistency during the stroke.
In this version of zero torque, the head’s center of gravity is just inside the shaft’s connection point, reducing the torque on the head and face angle and placing the putter in a toe-up position. The center of gravity helps the club stay square to the path with little need for the hands to rotate the face back online.
The Allan ZT and Bat Attack ZT use an S-shaped hosel that positions the shaft axis in line with the center of gravity. The angle of the hosel realigns the hands into a forward press, making the straight-back, straight-through stroke more natural.
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SBx/SKx
$425
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Golf Galaxy
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Hot List Silver
$425
A heavy steel face paired with a lightweight aluminum body positions the shaft almost directly over the center of gravity, creating a head that naturally returns to square with little to no extra hand action at impact.
With parallel pronged wings, the curved SKx and straighter SBx naturally sit toe-up, making it easier to align the face square to the stroke.
Each model features the company’s alignment system. By aligning the shaft and a red dot on the heel side of the flange, golfers know the putter face is aligned properly, and the sole is flat on the ground to increase the opportunity for solid contact.