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Scotty Cameron updates Phantom X series putters for 2021

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3 years ago

Feb 9, 2021

For 2021, Scotty Cameron is releasing four new models in the Phantom X line. The company wants to give golfers what they have been asking for and increase the number of available models to improve fitting options.

Scotty Cameron Phantom X: Design recap

When it comes to putters, golfers fall into two categories: blade people and mallet people. For those golfers who prefer mallets, the Scotty Cameron Phantom X series offers models to fit almost any golfer with any stroke. The entire line is built around high-MOI designs with easy alignment systems. It features a number of technologies to help golfers get the most out of their time on the greens.

Each model is comprised of a precision-milled stainless steel face and body along with an aluminum flange, which allows the putters to be larger in shape and easy to align while maintaining a balanced feel that comes from the precision weighting. The pieces of each putter are meticulously crafted to precisely fit together to produce solid acoustics—something Scotty Cameron putters are well known for.

The new putters’ sizes and shapes are all derived from golfer feedback, including from players on the PGA Tour. The Phantom X 5 and 5.5 were completely redesigned to replace the current models, while the new Phantom X 11 and 11.5 were developed based on player requests for a slightly smaller version of the Phantom X 12 and 12.5.

“Working with our game’s best players gives me great perspective into what they are looking for in a mallet putter. From the types of metals used to the subtle changes in shaft bends, these new Phantom X models offer brand new, highly requested options that build on our most popular models from 2020.

“I’ve had so many people asking for a putter like Justin Thomas’ gamer – and the Phantom X 5.5 is my direct answer. It has a solid 303 stainless steel face and body with aluminum in the sole and a small slant or ‘jet’ neck for more toe flow. For less toe flow, we have the Phantom X 5 with the single bend shaft.

“With the Phantom X 11 and 11.5, I was able to design a more compact wingback mallet with a stainless steel face in conjunction with 6061 aircraft aluminum for a look and feel that just performs while being very stable and forgiving. This line extension adds four new options that will most definitely pique the interest of mallet players.” – Scotty Cameron

2021 Scotty Cameron Phantom X: New models

Phantom X 5 – This new mid-mallet will remind some golfers of past Futura models thanks to its more compact profile. The X 5 is close to, but not quite, face-balanced and offers a highly contrasting topline sightline to make it easy to align with confidence alongside of its geometric shaping.

Phantom X 5.5 – It was towards the end of last year that Scotty Cameron released a limited edition “Inspired by Justin Thomas Phantom.” The new Phantom X 5.5 is the full release version of that model, which is intended for golfers with a more toe flow stroke that prefers a larger mallet style setup. It features a slant neck and will be available in both right and left-handed.

Phantom X 11 – The best way to describe the new Phantom X is as a refined and more compact version of the popular wingbacked Phantom X 12. The new X 11 has a clean topline that allows golfers to take their alignment cues from the single siteline placed further back along the flange. It comes with a mid-bend shaft to minimize face rotation for golfers who have a less gated/open-and-closing stroke.

Phantom X 11.5 – The X 11.5 is the same putter head as the 11 except with a different shaft bend configuration to create more toe flow.

Price, specs, and availability

The new 2021 Scotty Cameron Phantom X putters will be available worldwide starting March 26, through Titleist and Scotty Cameron accounts, and are priced at $429 each.

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Luke

Feb 10, 2021 at 6:21 pm

Not much innovation here, just different looks for different folks. At least the new line isn’t just another iteration of the Ping Answer. They never worked for me

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golfraven

Feb 10, 2021 at 2:50 pm

I‘m sure folks who picked the JT edition are kicking themselves as you now get a similar looks with the 5.5. I am gaming the 7.5 and love the black finish. Looks like they‘re going backwards to the Futura looks.

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Aidan Nguyen

Feb 10, 2021 at 11:38 am

About time for the Lefties with the X5.5!

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S

Feb 10, 2021 at 11:28 am

Nothing very exciting unforfunately. However the 5.5 is improved with the new neck and the only thing I would consider as nearly bought one last year. Prefer the look of this much more than the old 5.5 which I tried last year so am tempted. Otherwise I am afraid I agree with others. Nothing revolutionary here. BTW – the new 5.5 now very similar to the JT Ltd edition? Glad I didnt pick up one of those for god knows how much when the new 5.5 looks good.

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The domestic donkey

Feb 9, 2021 at 6:59 pm

Kuch sucks donkey balls.

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Garrett

Feb 9, 2021 at 3:32 pm

Probably the weakest overall lineup for Cameron that I can remember. I hope he comes out with an updated (or not!) Art of Putting line, preferably oil can. Win me back, Scotty. Until then, I recommend EVNRoll, I’ve had great luck with my outback

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- Benny
  
  Feb 9, 2021 at 6:54 pm
  
  Well said Gerrett. Cameron is a joke and if it wasn’t for Tiger he”d still be making putters for medicore players.
  The Tour gets the putters that look awesome while retail gets junk. I have only bought 1x retail Cameron and never will again. I probably won’t ever own another Cameron again.
  
  Scotty is a great guy BtW he does a ton for charity and truly loves his followers. But man bring some originality please!
  
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Paul Runyan

Feb 9, 2021 at 3:01 pm

All the best ideas combined into one putter!

I would call it The Edsel Phantom!

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Fbmsndn

Feb 9, 2021 at 1:41 pm

Where’s the tech? Where’s the innovation?

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- Jordan
  
  Feb 9, 2021 at 2:35 pm
  
  Don’t need it, don’t want it. Solid milled putters and steel faced mallets and we’re good.
  
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dat

Feb 9, 2021 at 10:48 am

Make Scotty Cameron Great Again.

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Jordan

Feb 9, 2021 at 9:12 am

4 years later, but atleast we’re here. He’s still paying for all his sins from the 3m tape insert years.

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- Scott
  
  Feb 9, 2021 at 12:05 pm
  
  I honestly think the GSS insert in Red X and studio style is the best insert he ever did (also had 3m tape).
  
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