How much is an original Ping Anser putter worth?

PING says the putter is still an original, which, depending on condition, means Gore’s putter could worth somewhere in the neighborhood of $1,500-plus on the open market.

How can I tell how old my Ping Anser putter is?

Contact the Ping Consumer Relations Department by phone at (800) 474-6434 or through an online contact form available on the company’s website. Provide the serial number to the representative, who will be able to find the manufacturing date and any other specifics regarding the club.

How many Ping Anser putters are there?

Since that time there have been some 15 iterations of Anser putters, and no family of putters has been introduced by Ping without an Anser style. It has had its imitators as well, and today there’s another notable copycat of the club.

What is the difference between Ping Anser and Anser 2?

Anser 2. Differs from the Anser with a slightly longer and narrower profile, and sharper corners, but shares its clean geometries and center alignment line to making aiming easy. Heel-toe tungsten weighting provides stability, forgiveness and accuracy.

What metal are Ping Anser putters made of?

First employing a Bronze Anser, then eventually the PING Anser 2 Stainless Steel putter which he won the 1994 and 1995 U.S. Amateur Championships. Mark O’Meara won the 1998 Open Championship with a PING putter. Seve Ballesteros used a PING putter, and all his victories came with an Anser putter in the bag.

What is the oldest PING putter?

Karsten Solheim designed the first PING putter, known as the PING 1A, in his garage in 1959 before founding Karsten Manufacturing, manufacturer of all PING product.

When did PING move to Phoenix?

In 1972, Mr. Solheim moved his growing business to Phoenix, where it continued to flourish. His Ping Eye2 irons were the dominant irons on tour during the 1980’s. Karsten Manufacturing celebrated its 40th anniversary last year, and the company is run by Mr.

Why is the Ping Anser so good?

In addition, the Anser’s straight lines and right angles helped golfers square it up easily. It was balanced, stable and more forgiving than any other putter going. Karsten applied for a patent on March 21, 1966. Exactly one year later, the U.S. Patent Office granted the PING Anser design patent number 207,227.

What is the loft on a Ping Anser putter?

4 degrees
Each putter starts as a solid block of 303 Stainless steel and then is machine milled into a classic heel-toe weighted blade. As finished products, each weighs 345 grams and has 4 degrees of loft.

What is an Anser style putter?

Generally Anser shaped putters are most suited for golfers who have a slight arc to their stroke, that is the putter head will curve back slightly on the backswing, and do the same on the follow through.

When did Ping move to Phoenix?

Is Ping Anser still good?

In short, the technical advances incorporated into the original club are now almost 50 years old, but they’re still being used successfully today. Despite its age, the beloved original PING Anser putter is still being used on the world’s greens today.

How much does it cost to refurbish a putter?

The process Armed with seven putters in approximately the same condition and the internet, I found seven different companies who offer a refinishing service. Each company cost between $125 and $129.

Which is the best Ping Anser putter?

The Ping Anser 2 is the all-time best putter ever designed anywhere. Putters are the most interchangeable club in the bag.

What is Anser style putter?

What is the best Ping Anser putter?

Ping Anser Putter, Made in the USA, 33.5″ Long PING SIGMA 2 ANSER PUTTER (Adjustable 32-36″) With Cover And Wrench. Excellent! Ping Anser 1 Karsten Putter – Rare. Left Handed. 35” Ping Anser 5 Milled RH Putter 35 Inches. Great Shape!

Is the left-handed Anser Ping putter from the flea market legit?

I recently picked up a LEFT-HANDED Anser Ping putter from a flea market, appears to be legit to me. I downloaded the guide but unfortunately it doesn’t seem to cover this particular putter. It has the “Made in U.S.A.” stamp on the ridge above the cavity (Same as the KBI BeNi & BeCu but different cavity writing). The cavity reads as follows,

Where are Ping and Kushin putters made?

It says PING and KUSHIN. Karsten MFG. Corp. Phoenix, AZ 85020. Made in the USA US Pat. 0207,228. Could anyone tell me more about this putter.

What is the size of your Ping Anser?

Ping Anser 1 Karsten Putter – Rare. Left Handed. 35” Ping Anser 5 Milled RH Putter 35 Inches. Great Shape! Palmbird Grip!!