Tour Issue Explained

Golf is a game of precision and finesse, demanding a unique blend of skill and delicate touch. The elite players who dominate the fairways understand that excellence is required in every aspect of their game. From impeccable technique and peak physical condition to a sharp mental focus, every detail matters. Crucially, the right equipment, tailored to their specific needs, can make all the difference. Custom-built clubs ensure that you play with the same top-tier equipment as the pros, perfectly fitted to enhance your game. Invest in quality and experience the difference that personalized craftsmanship can make on the course.

Which clubs are tour issue?

Tour clubs have almost always had an identifying factor, whether it was a totally different headshape, or perhaps even just a serial number that began with a T. These differences were, and still are, brand dependent and have caused quite a stir over the last 2+ decades. TaylorMade for instance felt the need to change their identifier away from T serial numbers as they created too much demand from consumers. This caused them to move into ONLY a + symbol on the hosel for tour drivers, and from removing identifying factors from most fairway woods and hybrids. Now, the only way to tell a tour head vs. retail on TaylorMade’s fairway woods and hybrids is the inclusion of a matching spec sticker.

Tour Issue Clubs

TaylorMade tour issue club head showing serial number sticker

Callaway Rogue ST Triple Diamond tour issue fairway wood

TaylorMade Stealth Plus driver with tour issue markings

Spec sticker on a Callaway Rogue ST Triple Diamond head

Tour Issue Advantages

One of the biggest advantages of tour equipment is the ability to know exactly what specifications you are playing. Many tour clubs include spec stickers or recordings of some form that might include loft, lie, face angle, weight, and CT (a measurement of how “hot” the face is) measured to the tenth of a degree. Players are able to know exactly how open or closed the club face is and the true loft.

One manufacturer in particular focused a campaign several years ago on trying to get players to “loft up”, or play a driver with more loft. While the idea was good in theory and measurable, players fought the urge to give in to their egos and use a driver that had more loft. This same manufacturer now has both retail and tour heads that average around 1* higher that the stated loft when actually measured. Most people playing retail clubs have no idea of this information…

Set of custom Callaway prototype irons made for tour professionals

Prototype Clubs for Tour Players

Lastly, and perhaps the greatest visible sign of “making it” on tour, some players have prototype clubs made just for them. These are built to match a specific player and their golf swing. Examples of these include Francesco Molinari’s Callaway irons that were actually forged by Miura (only 3 sets were made by the Japanese forging house that was rumored to do a similar thing for one Tiger Woods), Adam Scott’s custom Miura irons, and Abraham Ancer’s custom fairway wood.

Miura forged irons displayed on a workbench

Trust Your Source

As you can see, tour clubs have changed in look and identifying factors over time. What has remained however is the ability to dial in clubs to an even greater degree at the highest level. While more difficult to obtain, similar clubs are able to be purchased through companies that have relationship with Tour contacts, etc. It is important to know and trust your source as many of these clubs have been known to be knocked off over the years. Folks like Peoples Golf and Tour Stock Putters are a go-to source for authentic, rare tour clubs.

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What Golfers Say about Tour Issue

Don’t just take our word for it - hear from some of our satisfied buyers! Check out some of our testimonials below to see what others are saying about Peoples Golf.

From the first swing, I could feel the difference – the perfect balance, the responsive feedback, and the added power behind each shot. These clubs have truly revolutionized my game and enhanced my overall golfing experience.

Chris

Texas

Whether I’m facing windy conditions or navigating tight fairways, these clubs provide the consistency and control I need to stay competitive. Investing in custom clubs was the best decision I’ve made for my game.

Karl

Florida

Whether I’m facing windy conditions or navigating tight fairways, these clubs provide the consistency and control I need to stay competitive. Investing in custom clubs was the best decision I’ve made for my game.

Susan

Colorado

The attention to detail in crafting these clubs is evident in every shot I make. Whether I’m navigating desert terrain or challenging bunkers, these clubs provide the consistency and control I need to excel.

Sam

New York

From the first swing, I could feel the difference – the perfect balance, the responsive feedback, and the added power behind each shot. These clubs have truly revolutionized my game and enhanced my overall golfing experience.

Chris

Texas

Whether I’m facing windy conditions or navigating tight fairways, these clubs provide the consistency and control I need to stay competitive. Investing in custom clubs was the best decision I’ve made for my game.

Karl

Florida

Whether I’m facing windy conditions or navigating tight fairways, these clubs provide the consistency and control I need to stay competitive. Investing in custom clubs was the best decision I’ve made for my game.

Susan

Colorado

The attention to detail in crafting these clubs is evident in every shot I make. Whether I’m navigating desert terrain or challenging bunkers, these clubs provide the consistency and control I need to excel.

Sam

New York

From the first swing, I could feel the difference – the perfect balance, the responsive feedback, and the added power behind each shot. These clubs have truly revolutionized my game and enhanced my overall golfing experience.

Chris

Texas

Whether I’m facing windy conditions or navigating tight fairways, these clubs provide the consistency and control I need to stay competitive. Investing in custom clubs was the best decision I’ve made for my game.

Karl

Florida