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Cobra introduces its first line of 3D-printed multi-material putters

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Cobra Golf today made its official entry into the putter market with its new line of 3D-printed multi-material putters, all of which feature SIK face technology.

The new releases arrive a year after Cobra first partnered with HP to become the first OEM to launch a commercial, 3D-printed metal putter with the limited-edition King SuperSport-35.

The new putters feature a 3D-printed nylon lattice cartridge created using HP’s advanced Multi-Jet fusion printing technology.

The 3D-printed lattice structure is designed to optimize weight distribution within the putter chassis to deliver a high MOI design for enhanced stability and roll performance in three distinct models: The GrandSport-35 (OS Blade), SuperNova (OS Fang), and the Agera (OS Mallet)

“We’re extremely excited launch our new family of 3D printed putters, continuing our partnership with HP, utilizing their Metal Jet Technology to innovate and transform the way golf equipment is manufactured through the use of 3D printing, an extremely effective process in the design and development of our new putter line. We are extremely excited for golfers to try our new 3D printed putters, while each is unique, they all deliver advanced stability, forgiveness and roll performance that will make putting easier for golfers of all levels.” – Jose, VP Marketing & Product Architecture, Cobra Golf.

In each putter, Cobra partnered with SIK Golf to employ patented Descending Loft Technology (DLT), which features four descending lofts on the face to produce a consistent launch angle and roll for different putting styles.  

The King GrandSport-35 ($349)

The King GrandSport features an oversize blade shape and an MOI comparable to other OS mallets on the market. A plumber neck design to create a 35-degree toe hang aimed towards players with a slight arc to their putting stroke.

A multi-material construction features a 268-gram steel chassis, 21-gram forged aluminum crown, and a 3D-printed nylon lattice cartridge.

With nylon being roughly half the weight of aluminum, the construction enabled weight to be removed from the center of the clubhead and repositioned to the heel and toe areas for increased MOI and forgiveness.

In addition, 30 grams of combined tungsten weight is in the heel and toe in design to enhance perimeter weighting for greater stability on off-center hits.

For enhanced roll performance, an aluminum face insert features SIK’s DLT.

The putter also includes a Tri-Plane sole with center relief in design for added versatility and a single sightline for improved alignment.

The GrandSport-35 is available in right and left hand in 34 and 35-inch lengths through stock (other lengths available through custom).

The GrandSport-35 shape is also available in a 41-inch armlock model with an oversize Lamkin Armlock grip. The Armlock model features an aluminum SIK face insert with more loft than the standard GrandSport-35 (7, 6, 5, 4 degrees) to account for forward shaft lean during the stoke.

The King 3D printed Grandsport-35 putters are equipped with a lightweight polyurethane Lamkin Sinkfit Connect Grip.

The King SuperNova ($349)

The King SuperNova putter features an oversize fang design with MOI over 5,700 designed for extreme stability on off-center hits. The stability is achieved using a 3D-printed multi-material construction with two 3D-printed nylon lattice cartridges, a 291-gram steel chassis, 18-gram forged aluminum crown, and 42 grams of combined tungsten on the perimeter extremities.

The two 3D-printed lattice cartridges use a lightweight nylon material to optimize weight distribution within the chassis making the MOI of the SuperNova greater than other fang-style mallets on the market.

The putter is also equipped with an aluminum SIK face insert and a lightweight polyurethane Lamkin Sink fit Connect Grip.

The King Agera ($349)

The King Agera putter features an oversize mallet shape and an MOI over 7,600, making it one of the most stable putters on the market today.

The design features a 3D-printed nylon cartridge, 261-gram steel chassis, 27-gram forged aluminum crown, and extreme tungsten weighting.

The intricate 3D-printed nylon lattice cartridge removes unnecessary mass from the center in design to allow weight to be redistributed to the perimeter in the form of 53 grams of combined tungsten to increase MOI.

Like the other putters in the King 3D Printed Series, the Agera also features an aluminum face insert with SIK’s DLT with four descending lofts (4,3,2 and 1 degree) to provide optimal launch and roll consistency.

The King Agera putter is equipped with a lightweight polyurethane Lamkin Sink Fit Connect Grip and is available in right and left hand in 34, 35, and 37.5 inches stock length (other lengths available through custom).

A 41-inch Armlock model is also available and comes with a special oversize Lamkin Sinkfit Connect grip.

 

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  1. Patrick Reed

    May 22, 2021 at 7:32 pm

    If these help me cheat better, I’m all in.

  2. John

    May 20, 2021 at 4:08 am

    Would have expected these to come in a bit cheaper than most putters out there but the opposite seems to be the case. At the end of the day, most golfers are missing putts because of misreads or poor strokes. This being the case, it wouldn’t matter how much you pay for your putter so you might as well go with a cheaper option.

  3. Carl Hungus

    May 20, 2021 at 12:00 am

    I’d like to try one of these when they’re going for $35 on eBay in 6 months

  4. Ghislane Maxwell

    May 19, 2021 at 8:38 pm

    Luke, I am your Father! Are there jet propulsion blasters behind this thing?

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Spotted: Tony Finau’s driver shaft change at the 2024 Texas Children’s Houston Open

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Tony Finau has always been known as one of the longest players on the PGA Tour, but he has recently been working on adding a little more distance. Last year, Finau averaged 118.3 mph club head speed and 178.08 mph ball speed, all while playing a Mitsubishi Diamana D+ Limited 70 TX driver shaft. This year, he has increased his club head speed to 123.93 mph and his ball speed to 183.32 mph.

However, Finau’s overall distance has decreased by two yards in that time. From a fitting perspective, something was amiss. We asked Tony about the shaft change at the Texas Children’s Hospital Open.

“[I’m seeing] better numbers with the spin. My driver’s been a little high spin for me over the last month or so, and so I just figured it was time to probably check out the equipment,” Finau said. “And it definitely showed me that I was using a shaft that’s maybe a little too tip-stiff for me, the way I load the club now. [I’m seeing] better numbers with the spin.”

Finau switched from the Mitsubishi Diamana D+ Limited 70 TX into the Diamana GT 70 TX. The newer Diamana GT has a slightly different profile than the D+ Limited with the stiffest handle section in the Diamana lineup. The mid sections between the two are similar stiffness but the tip is just slightly stiffer in the Diamana GT. Both shafts are within one gram of each other in the 70 TX. The torque rating on the GT is 0.1 higher than the D+Limited’s 2.7 measurement.

Mitsubishi lists the Diamana GT as a shaft between the mid-launching Diamana TB and the new low-launch Diamana WB shafts. For most players, it would be considered a mid/low launch and low-spin shaft option. Mitsubishi’s Xlink Tech Resin System makes sure the maximum carbon fiber content is there for smooth feel without reducing the strength of the shaft. MR70 carbon fiber is used for reinforcing the shaft and boron is used in the tip for its high strength and compression properties.

Finau is still using his trusty Ping G430 LST driver in 9 degrees and has the adjustable hosel set to -1 degree of loft (standard lie angle). Finau’s long-time favorite Lamkin UTX Green grip is installed. He definitely has a few extra wraps of tape under that grip as you can see the bulge down where the grip meets the shaft.

One final note: Per Ping’s PGA Tour rep Kenton Oates, Finau’s driver is also adjusted to play one degree upright to help dial in his desired launch.

We’ll see how he fares with the new setup this week in Houston!

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Zac Blair WITB 2024 (March)

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Driver: Titleist TSR2 (10 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus TR Red 6 X

3-wood: TaylorMade M5 Rocket 3 (14 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Speeder 757 Evolution V1 X

Utility: Titleist U510 (3)
Shaft: Aldila Tour Blue 85 X

Irons: Ping i210 (4-6), Miura MB-001 (7-9)
Shafts: Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3

Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (46-10F, 58-08M @57, 60 @61), Vokey Design WedgeWorks (52-M)
Shafts: Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 105 X

Putter: Scotty Cameron prototype

Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet

Ball: Titleist Pro V1

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Martin Trainer WITB 2024 (March)

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Driver: Wilson Staff Staff Model (6.5 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Kai’li Blue 70 TX

3-wood: Wilson Staff WLabs Prototype (13 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei CK Orange 80 TX

Irons: Wilson Staff Staff Model (2, 4-9)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100

Wedges: Wilson Staff Staff Model (52, 56, 60)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100

Putter: Bobby Grace Greg Chalmers Prototype

Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet

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