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Scotty Cameron updates Phantom X series putters for 2021

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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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Ryan Barath is a club-fitter & master club builder with more than 17 years of experience working with golfers of all skill levels, including PGA Tour players. He is the former Build Shop Manager & Social Media Coordinator for Modern Golf. He now works independently from his home shop and is a member of advisory panels to a select number of golf equipment manufacturers. You can find Ryan on Twitter and Instagram where he's always willing to chat golf, and share his passion for club building, course architecture and wedge grinding.

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  2. 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

  3. 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.

  4. Aidan Nguyen

    Feb 10, 2021 at 11:38 am

    About time for the Lefties with the X5.5!

  5. 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.

  6. The domestic donkey

    Feb 9, 2021 at 6:59 pm

    Kuch sucks donkey balls.

  7. 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

    • 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!

  8. Paul Runyan

    Feb 9, 2021 at 3:01 pm

    All the best ideas combined into one putter!

    I would call it The Edsel Phantom!

  9. Fbmsndn

    Feb 9, 2021 at 1:41 pm

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

    • 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.

  10. dat

    Feb 9, 2021 at 10:48 am

    Make Scotty Cameron Great Again.

  11. 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.

    • 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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Driver: TaylorMade Qi10 (9 degrees @7)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 60 TX

3-wood: TaylorMade Qi10 Tour (15 degrees @13.5)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana WB 73 TX

Irons: TaylorMade P770 (2, 4), TaylorMade P7MB (5-PW)
Shafts: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 80 TX (2), Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 X

Wedges: TaylorMade MG4 (50-09SB, 56-12SB, 60-11TW)
Shafts: Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 WV 125

Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour

Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Cord

Check out more in-hand photos of Kris Kim’s equipment here.

 

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Welcome to the family: TaylorMade launches PUDI and PDHY utility irons

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TaylorMade is continuing its UDI/DHY series with the successor to the Stealth UDI and DHY utility irons: PUDI and PDHY (which the company styles as P·UDI and P·DHY). TaylorMade is folding the designs in with its P Series of irons.

TaylorMade outlined the process of developing its new utilities this way. The company started with the data on utility iron usage. Not surprisingly, better players — i.e. those who generate more clubhead speed and strike the ball more precisely — were found to gravitate toward the UDI model. DHY usage, however, covered a wider swath than the company might have expected with six-to-18 handicappers found to be bagging the club.

TaylorMade also found that the majority of golfers playing UDI or DHY utilities were playing P Series irons at the top of their iron configurations.

Can you see where this is going?

Matt Bovee, Director of Product Creation, Iron and Wedge at TaylorMade: “As we look to the future, beyond the tech and the design language, we are excited about repositioning our utility irons into the P·Series family. P·UDI is an easy pair for players that currently play P·Series product and P·DHY is an extremely forgiving option for players of all skill levels. It is a natural fit to give these players the performance in this category that they are looking for.”

 

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TaylorMade PUDI technology cutaway (via TaylorMade)

Crafted with tour player input, TaylorMade sought to develop a confidence-inspiring utility iron that blends with the rest of the P Series irons. Also of note: Interestingly, the PUDI has a more compact head than the P790.

In comparison to past UDI products, the PUDI has a more traditional iron shape, slimmer toplines, and less offset with a little of the backbar visible at address.

TaylorMade PDHY

TaylorMade PDHY tech cutaway (via TaylorMade).

Larger in profile than the PUDI, the PDHY seeks to position center of gravity (CG) lower in the club for ease of launch. The toe height is larger and the profile is larger at address — roughly five millimeters longer than PUDI — the sole of the club is wider for improved forgiveness.

Club Junkie’s take

Golfers who feel like they are missing something at the top of the bag could find the PUDI or PDHY a great option. The look of the PUDI should fit the most discerning eye with a more compact look, less offset, and a thinner topline. If you want a little more confidence looking down the P-DHY will be slightly larger while still being a good-looking utility iron.

For being small packages both models pack a pretty good punch with fast ball speeds, even off-center. The feel is soft and you get a solid feel of the ball compressing off the face when you strike it well. Your ears are greeted with a nice heavy thud as the ball and club come together. The PDHY will launch a little higher for players who need it while the PUDI offers a more penetrating ball flight. Both utility irons could be the cure for an open spot in the top end of the bag.

PUDI, PDHY, or Rescue?

TaylorMade offers the following notes to assist golfers in filling out their bags:

  • PUDI has mid-CG right behind the center face to create a more penetrating mid-to-low ball flight
  • PDHY has a lower center of gravity to produce an easier-to-launch mid-to-high ball flight.
  • Both PUDI and PDHY are lower-flying than the company’s hybrid/Rescue clubs.
  • PUDI is more forgiving than P790.
  • PDHY is the most forgiving iron in the entire TaylorMade iron family

Pricing, specs, and availability

Price: $249.99

At retail: Now

Stock shafts: UST Mamiya’s Recoil DART (105 X, 90 S and 75 R – only in PDHY)

Stock grip: Golf Pride’s ZGrip (black/grey)

PUDI lofts: 2-17°, 3-20°, 4-22° in both left and right-handed

PDHY lofts: 2-18°, 3-20° and 4-22° in both left and right-handed

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Coolest thing for sale in the GolfWRX Classifieds (5/3/24): Scotty Cameron Champions Choice 2.5+ putter

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At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals that all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.

It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.

Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, there is a listing for a Scotty Cameron Champions Choice 2.5+ putter

From the seller: (@wwcl): “Has been gamed as pics show. 33.5 includes original h/c and grip. $575 includes shipping and PP fees.”

To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link: Scotty Cameron Champions Choice 2.5+ putter

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