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Why We Like It
- 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.
- The larger tip-diameter steel shaft provides extra stability and a clearer visual effect for the alignment system.
- Both models feature a grooved face treatment on the milled stainless-steel face for more consistent roll.
- Each model also offers a counterbalanced version that includes a longer length (up to 39 inches) and extra weight in the butt end of the grip.
- Models: SBx, SKx. Head weight: 355–375 grams. Lengths: 33-39 inches. Loft: 2.5 degrees.
what our testers said
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COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List testers noted a uniquely engineered alignment system (multiple aids, red-dot/postural cue) that, once mastered, produces excellent roll, top-tier distance and direction consistency, and strong long‑putt stability with forgiving mis‑hits. Face feel ranges from soft-cushy to medium with a lively, sometimes “hot” response and a large sweet spot for clean contact. It encourages hands slightly back and repeatable setup; some players may prefer a fitting. One caveat: the red-dot alignment can be distracting until you adapt.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List panelists observed the putter delivers notable stability and forgiveness — ball speed barely changed on mis-hits and several testers made putts despite poor contact. Multiple alignment options, including a red dot, make setup repeatable and confidence-building; the head rewards hands at or slightly behind the ball with a consistent roll and true medium face feel. The face plays hot, launching the ball with a firm feel but muted, soft-thud acoustics. One caveat: the alignment system can be tricky to square, so starting putts on line wasn’t always automatic.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List testers noted a soft, cushy face with immediate, smooth roll, a huge sweet spot and top-tier distance and directional dispersion — long putts stayed stable and true. The red-dot alignment helps square the shaft, aiding a repeatable stroke and confident aim; it suits players who use a forward press or wrist manipulation and benefits from proper fitting. One notable caveat: the prominent red dot can distract some players and alter setup and tempo.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List testers noted the bright alignment system forces a consistent setup and proper hand position, helping the putter roll true and produce dependable short-putt performance and strong long-putt results once you adapt. The face offers a soft, pillowy center feel with crisp milled feedback, and the front crosshair aids square setup. It rewards balance and commitment, though the bold red-dot/heel markings and busy visuals can be distracting to some players.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
Shane
37, Handicap 12
6 years testing
I tended to close the face too easily, but the front crosshair helped me set up correctly. Felt balanced until the end of the stroke where my top hand wanted to roll. Crisp, milled feel off the face.
Matt
53, Handicap 11
4 years testing
Hide the dot and the face is square — simple enough. Aim and distance were strong, but the ball came off hotter than expected and misses ran long. Firm feel with a clicky sound.
Timothy
46, Handicap 17
1 year testing
Small sweet spot made alignment and distance control tough. Mishits lost both speed and direction. Feel is neutral, but overall it’s a demanding putter to use.
Jin
30, Handicap 10
2 years testing
As a right-handed, right-eye-dominant player, hiding the dot pushes the shaft right and adds loft, which feels awkward. This is a putter you need to be fit into. Feel and sound were neutral overall.
Peter
58, Handicap 8
10+ years testing
The alignment takes some getting used to — the flanges fight the main alignment aid at first. Once you figure it out, the face feels soft-cushy and the roll is excellent. Long-putt weighting and dispersion were impressively consistent.
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Shane
37, Handicap 12
6 years testing
I tended to close the face too easily, but the front crosshair helped me set up correctly. Felt balanced until the end of the stroke where my top hand wanted to roll. Crisp, milled feel off the face.
Matt
53, Handicap 11
4 years testing
Hide the dot and the face is square — simple enough. Aim and distance were strong, but the ball came off hotter than expected and misses ran long. Firm feel with a clicky sound.
Timothy
46, Handicap 17
1 year testing
Small sweet spot made alignment and distance control tough. Mishits lost both speed and direction. Feel is neutral, but overall it’s a demanding putter to use.
Jin
30, Handicap 10
2 years testing
As a right-handed, right-eye-dominant player, hiding the dot pushes the shaft right and adds loft, which feels awkward. This is a putter you need to be fit into. Feel and sound were neutral overall.
Peter
58, Handicap 8
10+ years testing
The alignment takes some getting used to — the flanges fight the main alignment aid at first. Once you figure it out, the face feels soft-cushy and the roll is excellent. Long-putt weighting and dispersion were impressively consistent.
Robert
29, Handicap +2
2 years testing
Easily the hottest putter of the group, the ball jumps off the face. It’s firm, though the sound is a surprisingly soft thud. Hot feel with muted acoustics.
Jason
49, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
I love the multiple alignment options, but the putter naturally wants to de-loft at address. I rely on the aids more than I'd prefer just to set it square. Once set, though, it’s solid.
Alan
31, Handicap 3
2 years testing
It doesn’t sit on the ground well and feels oddly off-balanced. Wants more arc than a typical mallet and is loud off the face. Busy, blocky aesthetics aren’t my style.
Aaron
45, Handicap 16
1 year testing
Performance was solid, especially on long putts, once I understood the alignment system. But the visuals are overwhelming and simplicity players will hate it. I never really enjoyed using it even though it worked.
Todd
62, Handicap 13
1 year testing
Short-putt performance was square and reliable, but long putts had unexpected distance dispersion. I couldn’t quite predict the rollout. Heel-side markings added a bit of visual distraction.
Jack
36, Handicap 1
3 years testing
Elaborate, spaceship-style head shape. Like most SeeMores, I need my hands at or slightly behind the ball to hide the red line, but it rewards that with consistent roll. Face feel is a true medium — neither soft nor firm.
Wei
55, Handicap 14
10+ years testing
The postural aid is smart, but I kept seeing the red dot peek out, which was mentally noisy. Right-eye dominance helped when I committed, and once set, it rolled online easily. Still, the alignment system never fully settled my mind.
Wesley
31, Handicap 4
3 years testing
The alignment system is supposed to make everything consistent, but I still couldn’t start it on line. Could be me, but the results never matched the promise. It felt like a constant battle to square it.
Alejandra
27, Handicap 6
5 years testing
Feels more like a training aid than something you’d game competitively. Focusing on hiding the dot slowed my stroke and pulled me out of rhythm. Might help someone with a quick stroke, but it over-slowed mine.
Anand
43, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
Historically the SeeMore dot works great for me, but this one was hard to hide and became a distraction. I kept opening or closing the face and couldn’t start anything on line. The extra toe hang only made that worse.
Sean
54, Handicap 6
9 years testing
The head feels a little too heavy for me, and trying not to see the red dot messed with my tempo. Once warmed up, it has a nice cushy grip, but overall the weight made me guard the stroke. Just heavier than I can handle cleanly.
Wayne
61, Handicap 7
3 years testing
The red marking trains you to square the shaft; if you don’t see it, you’re set. Great for players who manipulate with their wrists and use a forward press. If you don’t forward-press, it won’t fit your motion.
Matt
28, Handicap 7
2 years testing
It’s a tough putter to look at, but sometimes that doesn’t matter. With putting, whatever works is what works. Feel over form on this one.
Ryan
47, Handicap 12
3 years testing
The alignment tool made my hands feel back and the face open, which put me in an awkward setup. It’s hot off the face and distance control suffered. Great concept, but you’d need a fitting to make it work.
Scott
38, Handicap 16
10+ years testing
The red dot took over my focus and hurt my distance control. It distracted more than it helped. Center contact felt pillowy soft, though.
Chris
60, Handicap 8
1 year testing
Long putts were great — stable, no vibration, and held the line. Short putts were tougher because the toe wants to flip and pull the ball. The alignment markings didn’t help much and became more distraction than benefit.
BK
42, Handicap 2
10+ years testing
Great stability on mis-hits; the speed barely changed. I even made a couple from poor contact. Very forgiving across the face.
Paul
64, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
I’ve always liked SeeMore’s red-dot alignment, and it worked again here. Great feel at impact and a smooth, effortless roll. Produced a lot of consistent, confident putts.
Ryan
50, Handicap 10
8 years testing
If you can’t line this up, you probably can’t line anything up, but once set it rolls beautifully on long putts. The lively face makes shorter putts a touch jumpy. Plenty of pop when you need it.
Andrew
40, Handicap 8
1 year testing
Alignment was fine, but the lighter weight made long putts harder—I had to work to get the ball there. Short putts felt normal, but from 15–20 feet it didn’t come off the face hot enough. Pace control took extra effort.
Megan
40, Handicap 0
2 years testing
The red dot really helped me repeat my setup every time, and the putter feels very sturdy. Stroke repetition was easy and every putt started on line. One of the more confidence-building designs.
Thomas
61, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
This putter performed extremely well for me with top-tier dispersion. Both distance and direction were very consistent, and even misses finished tight. One of the standouts in the group.
Jamie
52, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Huge sweet spot — contact felt powerful and clean. The alignment tool helps you manage shaft lean, and the ball starts rolling immediately. Very stable through impact.
Gary
38, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
It really encourages a consistent setup and proper hand position, which I liked. The downside is you can get overly fixated on the alignment and forget about managing weight. When balanced, it rolls well.
Ricky
47, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
Overall performance on this was really good. It performed better than it looks. Once you get used to the alignment aid, it's a pull-the-trigger putter.
Daniel
34, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Soft, consistent feel with alignment features that definitely help. But you can manipulate your stance to hide the dot, which can throw off your stroke. Still good for building a steady, repeatable routine.
Skylar
27, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Performance is excellent, but the look isn’t for me — it’s very “staple-shaped.” The rocking-chair sole never feels truly flat at address, which is distracting. Alignment is minimal, but the results are consistently strong.
Shane
37, Handicap 12
6 years testing
I tended to close the face too easily, but the front crosshair helped me set up correctly. Felt balanced until the end of the stroke where my top hand wanted to roll. Crisp, milled feel off the face.
Matt
53, Handicap 11
4 years testing
Hide the dot and the face is square — simple enough. Aim and distance were strong, but the ball came off hotter than expected and misses ran long. Firm feel with a clicky sound.
Timothy
46, Handicap 17
1 year testing
Small sweet spot made alignment and distance control tough. Mishits lost both speed and direction. Feel is neutral, but overall it’s a demanding putter to use.
Jin
30, Handicap 10
2 years testing
As a right-handed, right-eye-dominant player, hiding the dot pushes the shaft right and adds loft, which feels awkward. This is a putter you need to be fit into. Feel and sound were neutral overall.
Aaron
45, Handicap 16
1 year testing
Performance was solid, especially on long putts, once I understood the alignment system. But the visuals are overwhelming and simplicity players will hate it. I never really enjoyed using it even though it worked.
Todd
62, Handicap 13
1 year testing
Short-putt performance was square and reliable, but long putts had unexpected distance dispersion. I couldn’t quite predict the rollout. Heel-side markings added a bit of visual distraction.
Wei
55, Handicap 14
10+ years testing
The postural aid is smart, but I kept seeing the red dot peek out, which was mentally noisy. Right-eye dominance helped when I committed, and once set, it rolled online easily. Still, the alignment system never fully settled my mind.
Ryan
47, Handicap 12
3 years testing
The alignment tool made my hands feel back and the face open, which put me in an awkward setup. It’s hot off the face and distance control suffered. Great concept, but you’d need a fitting to make it work.
Scott
38, Handicap 16
10+ years testing
The red dot took over my focus and hurt my distance control. It distracted more than it helped. Center contact felt pillowy soft, though.
Ryan
50, Handicap 10
8 years testing
If you can’t line this up, you probably can’t line anything up, but once set it rolls beautifully on long putts. The lively face makes shorter putts a touch jumpy. Plenty of pop when you need it.
Gary
38, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
It really encourages a consistent setup and proper hand position, which I liked. The downside is you can get overly fixated on the alignment and forget about managing weight. When balanced, it rolls well.
Daniel
34, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Soft, consistent feel with alignment features that definitely help. But you can manipulate your stance to hide the dot, which can throw off your stroke. Still good for building a steady, repeatable routine.
Peter
58, Handicap 8
10+ years testing
The alignment takes some getting used to — the flanges fight the main alignment aid at first. Once you figure it out, the face feels soft-cushy and the roll is excellent. Long-putt weighting and dispersion were impressively consistent.
Alejandra
27, Handicap 6
5 years testing
Feels more like a training aid than something you’d game competitively. Focusing on hiding the dot slowed my stroke and pulled me out of rhythm. Might help someone with a quick stroke, but it over-slowed mine.
Anand
43, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
Historically the SeeMore dot works great for me, but this one was hard to hide and became a distraction. I kept opening or closing the face and couldn’t start anything on line. The extra toe hang only made that worse.
Sean
54, Handicap 6
9 years testing
The head feels a little too heavy for me, and trying not to see the red dot messed with my tempo. Once warmed up, it has a nice cushy grip, but overall the weight made me guard the stroke. Just heavier than I can handle cleanly.
Wayne
61, Handicap 7
3 years testing
The red marking trains you to square the shaft; if you don’t see it, you’re set. Great for players who manipulate with their wrists and use a forward press. If you don’t forward-press, it won’t fit your motion.
Matt
28, Handicap 7
2 years testing
It’s a tough putter to look at, but sometimes that doesn’t matter. With putting, whatever works is what works. Feel over form on this one.
Chris
60, Handicap 8
1 year testing
Long putts were great — stable, no vibration, and held the line. Short putts were tougher because the toe wants to flip and pull the ball. The alignment markings didn’t help much and became more distraction than benefit.
Paul
64, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
I’ve always liked SeeMore’s red-dot alignment, and it worked again here. Great feel at impact and a smooth, effortless roll. Produced a lot of consistent, confident putts.
Andrew
40, Handicap 8
1 year testing
Alignment was fine, but the lighter weight made long putts harder—I had to work to get the ball there. Short putts felt normal, but from 15–20 feet it didn’t come off the face hot enough. Pace control took extra effort.
Thomas
61, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
This putter performed extremely well for me with top-tier dispersion. Both distance and direction were very consistent, and even misses finished tight. One of the standouts in the group.
Jamie
52, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Huge sweet spot — contact felt powerful and clean. The alignment tool helps you manage shaft lean, and the ball starts rolling immediately. Very stable through impact.
Skylar
27, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Performance is excellent, but the look isn’t for me — it’s very “staple-shaped.” The rocking-chair sole never feels truly flat at address, which is distracting. Alignment is minimal, but the results are consistently strong.
Robert
29, Handicap +2
2 years testing
Easily the hottest putter of the group, the ball jumps off the face. It’s firm, though the sound is a surprisingly soft thud. Hot feel with muted acoustics.
Jason
49, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
I love the multiple alignment options, but the putter naturally wants to de-loft at address. I rely on the aids more than I'd prefer just to set it square. Once set, though, it’s solid.
Alan
31, Handicap 3
2 years testing
It doesn’t sit on the ground well and feels oddly off-balanced. Wants more arc than a typical mallet and is loud off the face. Busy, blocky aesthetics aren’t my style.
Jack
36, Handicap 1
3 years testing
Elaborate, spaceship-style head shape. Like most SeeMores, I need my hands at or slightly behind the ball to hide the red line, but it rewards that with consistent roll. Face feel is a true medium — neither soft nor firm.
Wesley
31, Handicap 4
3 years testing
The alignment system is supposed to make everything consistent, but I still couldn’t start it on line. Could be me, but the results never matched the promise. It felt like a constant battle to square it.
BK
42, Handicap 2
10+ years testing
Great stability on mis-hits; the speed barely changed. I even made a couple from poor contact. Very forgiving across the face.
Megan
40, Handicap 0
2 years testing
The red dot really helped me repeat my setup every time, and the putter feels very sturdy. Stroke repetition was easy and every putt started on line. One of the more confidence-building designs.
Ricky
47, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
Overall performance on this was really good. It performed better than it looks. Once you get used to the alignment aid, it's a pull-the-trigger putter.
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These zero-torque mallets are designed to reduce the need for deliberate face rotation in your stroke by moving the center of gravity closer to the face. They also include the benefit of reducing shaft lean through reverse offset heel-shafted hosels or center-shafted pin hosels for easier lie-angle adjustment.
As much as half of the putter’s weight is positioned forward using heavy tungsten heel and toe sole weights. This weighting lines up the center of gravity with the shaft axis for a more even stroke that requires only the rocking of the shoulders for the face to stay square to the path.
The benefit of the reverse-offset hosel is that unlike other designs that reduce or eliminate torsional resistance, this version does not force the hands well forward with an angled shaft.
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Scottsdale
$260
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Compared to single-piece milled versions in the company’s line, these models feature a resilient face material to provide more forgiveness.
The polymer material in the face, known as Pebax, is found in running shoes and stretches the width of the face to provide a consistent energy transfer and soft feel.
The array of models accommodates arcing strokes (Oslo 3, Prime Tyne 4) and those with a straighter move (Craz-E, DS72, Prime Tyne C).
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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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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.