Price
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Titleist Scotty Cameron Studio Style
Price
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Why We Like It
- The familiar Fastback mid-mallet lineup in multiple versions will appeal to players looking to transition from blades to mallets.
- The carbon-steel insert, fused to the milled stainless-steel body with an aerospace-level vibration-damping adhesive, provides a tour-preferred responsive feel.
- Although carbon steel typically degrades or corrodes over time, this insert uses a chemical process to protect the steel, enhance hardness and preserve feel.
- The face insert features a chain-link-style milling pattern developed with tour-player input to produce a softer feel and consistent speed off the face.
- As has been the case for two decades, the body is milled from 303 stainless steel.
- The clamshell-shaped mallet comes in a single-bend shaft or slant-neck hosel.
- Weight screws in the front of the sole at the heel and toe provide stability and customize the head’s weight to match shaft length and player preferences.
- New models include the Fastback OC, an onset, center-shafted “low-torque” version of the original. The shaft lines up with the head’s center of gravity to reduce hand action, and the black PVD coating simplifies alignment.
- A special hosel design on the Fastback OC sets the shaft slightly back from the face, creating a small forward lean and allowing the lie angle to be adjusted for fit.
- A “Long” version counterbalanced with heavier 25-gram tungsten sole weights and a 17-inch, 135-gram grip also is available.
- Top 5 in Performance, low- and high-handicaps.
- Models: Fastback 1, Fastback 1.5, Fastback 2, Fastback OC. Head weights: 345-380 grams. Lengths: 33-35, 38 inches. Loft: 3.5 degrees.
what our testers said
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COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List panelists observed a mallet that sets up square — the black rear line mirrors the face — making alignment instinctive. Testers praised its balanced, slightly hefty feel that squares at impact, a soft-yet-firm insert delivering pure, end-over-end roll with muted, satisfying sound, and excellent short-to-medium distance control (especially inside six to eight feet). High-end finish and blade-like, understated styling drew praise. One tester noted occasional inconsistency in feel off the face.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List testers noted the black alignment line mirrors the face, helping present the head square and encouraging a pendulum stroke. It merges a classic blade aesthetic with mallet-like mass—discreet and slightly smaller, feeling like a beefed-up blade. The swan-neck hosel sets up nicely at address, and the zero-torque, industrial styling and color scheme drew praise. One drawback: face feel could be inconsistent, causing occasional distance-control issues.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List testers noted a beautifully balanced mallet that delivers a crisp, muted pop and remarkably pure, end-over-end roll. The soft-feeling insert yields less skid, excellent short-putt confidence (inside six feet), and reliable distance control on lag attempts. Alignment is understated but effective for squaring the face; overall stability and a satisfying, firm yet smooth impact recur in comments. Weight impressions varied—some loved the heft, others found the head light—but one reviewer couldn’t get comfortable with a raised back/ledge that prevents it from resting flat.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List panelists observed a premium look—milled face, contrasting colors and black shaft—and a muted, soft yet confident impact with excellent balance. The face squares up consistently on short and mid-length putts, delivering superb distance control, tight dispersion and strong performance inside 6–8 feet. Alignment feels instinctive, the mallet produces a true roll, and overall feel is satisfyingly smooth; one noted the center shaft can be visually distracting.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
Ricky
47, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
It's a good putter, but you have to work a little harder to get the putts you want.
BK
42, Handicap 2
10+ years testing
It's a beautiful blend of classic looks and technology.
Wei
55, Handicap 14
10+ years testing
Not a fan of it visually, but functionally it seems to work. Simple to line up and keep the ball going where intended. The alignments are so instinctive. Something about this putter that makes those eight-, nine-, 10-footers not seem too daunting.
Shane
37, Handicap 12
6 years testing
This putter was like Shaq, always hanging around the rim. Initial roll off the face was a little bouncy. I tried to add loft, but I could not get a consistent smooth roll off the face. But it stayed online every time.
Sean
54, Handicap 6
9 years testing
Effortless to hit. The weight and everything, it just flowed nice. If I were a Scotty Cameron guy, this would be in the bag. Clean look. It's not over the top, and the ball just jumps off the face. I mean, lag putts are just inches from the hole.
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Ricky
47, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
It's a good putter, but you have to work a little harder to get the putts you want.
BK
42, Handicap 2
10+ years testing
It's a beautiful blend of classic looks and technology.
Wei
55, Handicap 14
10+ years testing
Not a fan of it visually, but functionally it seems to work. Simple to line up and keep the ball going where intended. The alignments are so instinctive. Something about this putter that makes those eight-, nine-, 10-footers not seem too daunting.
Shane
37, Handicap 12
6 years testing
This putter was like Shaq, always hanging around the rim. Initial roll off the face was a little bouncy. I tried to add loft, but I could not get a consistent smooth roll off the face. But it stayed online every time.
Sean
54, Handicap 6
9 years testing
Effortless to hit. The weight and everything, it just flowed nice. If I were a Scotty Cameron guy, this would be in the bag. Clean look. It's not over the top, and the ball just jumps off the face. I mean, lag putts are just inches from the hole.
Wayne
61, Handicap 7
3 years testing
This is heavier than some of the other putters and firmer at contact, too. As a result, I don't feel like I need to force the ball to the hole. Rolled true and stayed on line.
Robert
29, Handicap +2
2 years testing
Essentially, a blade putter. Being in the mallet category, it didn't provide as much stability through the hit as I would look for in a mallet. But I think if you're looking for a blade style, with a little bit more meat behind it, this is a good putter.
Wesley
31, Handicap 4
3 years testing
I love how the black line on the back of the putter mirrors the face. It allows you to present the putter square throughout the stroke.
Aaron
45, Handicap 16
1 year testing
Phenomenal performance, especially inside six to eight feet. Found the center shaft to be distracting, but that didn't affect performance. Had a nice bounce off the face insert. Really appreciated that it left the face almost aggressively. Made me feel like I was making a good stroke.
Jason
49, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
The feel off the face varied. Some balls would jump off the face and some would come off more softly, so my distance control struggled.
Daniel
34, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Larger putter with a small alignment line, but I did like the alternating colors to help square the face. Impact felt so gentle, but the ball kept rolling.
Matt
53, Handicap 11
4 years testing
Really enjoyable to hit. Has that muted, smooth Scotty feel, and soft-knocking sound to match. There's not much going on in terms of alignment that I can see, but I also feel like I'm rolling every putt on line with ease.
Todd
62, Handicap 13
1 year testing
Very efficient putter that delivers a balanced feel. The face squares up nicely on short- and medium-length putts, and there's a feeling of satisfaction swinging this through the ball. It's iconic in the sense that there are no obvious weaknesses.
Ryan
50, Handicap 10
8 years testing
Who doesn't want a putter to look cool and be easy to use? Effortless to marry the sweet spot to the ball and send it on its line. The standout feature for me was just how much I stopped thinking about putting and let the club do the work.
Scott
38, Handicap 16
10+ years testing
The energy transfer from takeaway through the ball was as perfect as I could imagine. Ideal soft, smooth, confident feel every time. Perfect distance control and dispersion throughout. Everything that putting should feel like.
Paul
64, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
The most impressive thing for me is how balanced it is. It kept delivering the same feel, the same putt, the same roll every time.
Megan
40, Handicap 0
2 years testing
It has the look of a blade with the blackout bar in the back, so it's a great option for someone that fits into a mallet but likes the look of a blade. The zero torque going into the back of the head had an industrial look to it, which I liked.
Chris
60, Handicap 8
1 year testing
This putter is lightweight, and the head is small for a mallet-style putter. However, the ball rolls very true, and the strike is clean. This is a good choice if you don't need a heavy putter to help you feel like you're moving through the ball.
Skylar
27, Handicap 7
3 years testing
It has a ledge on the front, and the back is elevated, so it doesn't rest flat on the ground at address. I could never get comfortable with it because of that.
Andrew
40, Handicap 8
1 year testing
The sound on center hits is great, a muted yet powerful sound. I didn't feel as confident on the longer putts. I had more dispersion.
Alan
31, Handicap 3
2 years testing
Sets up great to your target. Perfectly square visually. It feels like the putter wants to be swung on a pendulum. If you have a jab-like stroke, this probably isn't for you. That one tiny line on top is simplistic and visually appealing.
Thomas
61, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
Had a crisp pop off the face, like biting into an apple. Ball rolled evenly end over end. Consistent and pleasing the entire time. Love it.
Anand
44, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
The putter feels hefty but in a good way. Helped me square the face at impact. Anything within six feet of the hole, I felt confident it was going in. Pure roll—the insert definitely feels soft—with less skid at contact. Good distance control on longer putts, too.
Timothy
46, Handicap 17
1 year testing
This putter strikes an interesting balance of firmness and softness. It was well balanced for my stroke. Overall consistent results.
Ryan
47, Handicap 12
3 years testing
Good-looking, soft-feeling putter. Most comfortable with lag putts, not as much on short putts but got better with each roll. Easy to aim and put a nice roll on the ball. A clean-looking mallet. Probably one of the softest Scotty putters I've ever hit.
Jamie
52, Handicap 7
3 years testing
A beautiful, classic mallet. No skid after contact. Rolls right off the face. I'd describe the feel and sound as pretty firm.
Alejandra
27, Handicap 6
5 years testing
Firm and powerful feel with a muted click at impact. Stable and comfortable through the stroke and stayed online. Good distance control.
Gary
38, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
The high-end finish, the milling on the face, the contrasting colors, and the black onset shaft come together in an attractive presentation. It's a muted, subdued hit off the face, and my putts were pretty consistent.
Jack
36, Handicap 1
3 years testing
One of the more discreet mallets in the lineup, and it's smaller than I prefer. The swan neck version really sits nice at address without having to manipulate the head. I like the color scheme, but I wish it didn't have this cutout. Gives it a tuning-fork sound.
Peter
58, Handicap 8
10+ years testing
I like the modern styling. The alignment aid is understated, but it wasn't a problem. The ball rolls so pure. It's hard to miss short and medium putts. Just trust the line and make a smooth stroke. The head feels too lightweight on longer putts.
Wei
55, Handicap 14
10+ years testing
Not a fan of it visually, but functionally it seems to work. Simple to line up and keep the ball going where intended. The alignments are so instinctive. Something about this putter that makes those eight-, nine-, 10-footers not seem too daunting.
Shane
37, Handicap 12
6 years testing
This putter was like Shaq, always hanging around the rim. Initial roll off the face was a little bouncy. I tried to add loft, but I could not get a consistent smooth roll off the face. But it stayed online every time.
Aaron
45, Handicap 16
1 year testing
Phenomenal performance, especially inside six to eight feet. Found the center shaft to be distracting, but that didn't affect performance. Had a nice bounce off the face insert. Really appreciated that it left the face almost aggressively. Made me feel like I was making a good stroke.
Daniel
34, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Larger putter with a small alignment line, but I did like the alternating colors to help square the face. Impact felt so gentle, but the ball kept rolling.
Matt
53, Handicap 11
4 years testing
Really enjoyable to hit. Has that muted, smooth Scotty feel, and soft-knocking sound to match. There's not much going on in terms of alignment that I can see, but I also feel like I'm rolling every putt on line with ease.
Todd
62, Handicap 13
1 year testing
Very efficient putter that delivers a balanced feel. The face squares up nicely on short- and medium-length putts, and there's a feeling of satisfaction swinging this through the ball. It's iconic in the sense that there are no obvious weaknesses.
Ryan
50, Handicap 10
8 years testing
Who doesn't want a putter to look cool and be easy to use? Effortless to marry the sweet spot to the ball and send it on its line. The standout feature for me was just how much I stopped thinking about putting and let the club do the work.
Scott
38, Handicap 16
10+ years testing
The energy transfer from takeaway through the ball was as perfect as I could imagine. Ideal soft, smooth, confident feel every time. Perfect distance control and dispersion throughout. Everything that putting should feel like.
Timothy
46, Handicap 17
1 year testing
This putter strikes an interesting balance of firmness and softness. It was well balanced for my stroke. Overall consistent results.
Ryan
47, Handicap 12
3 years testing
Good-looking, soft-feeling putter. Most comfortable with lag putts, not as much on short putts but got better with each roll. Easy to aim and put a nice roll on the ball. A clean-looking mallet. Probably one of the softest Scotty putters I've ever hit.
Gary
38, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
The high-end finish, the milling on the face, the contrasting colors, and the black onset shaft come together in an attractive presentation. It's a muted, subdued hit off the face, and my putts were pretty consistent.
Sean
54, Handicap 6
9 years testing
Effortless to hit. The weight and everything, it just flowed nice. If I were a Scotty Cameron guy, this would be in the bag. Clean look. It's not over the top, and the ball just jumps off the face. I mean, lag putts are just inches from the hole.
Wayne
61, Handicap 7
3 years testing
This is heavier than some of the other putters and firmer at contact, too. As a result, I don't feel like I need to force the ball to the hole. Rolled true and stayed on line.
Paul
64, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
The most impressive thing for me is how balanced it is. It kept delivering the same feel, the same putt, the same roll every time.
Chris
60, Handicap 8
1 year testing
This putter is lightweight, and the head is small for a mallet-style putter. However, the ball rolls very true, and the strike is clean. This is a good choice if you don't need a heavy putter to help you feel like you're moving through the ball.
Skylar
27, Handicap 7
3 years testing
It has a ledge on the front, and the back is elevated, so it doesn't rest flat on the ground at address. I could never get comfortable with it because of that.
Andrew
40, Handicap 8
1 year testing
The sound on center hits is great, a muted yet powerful sound. I didn't feel as confident on the longer putts. I had more dispersion.
Thomas
61, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
Had a crisp pop off the face, like biting into an apple. Ball rolled evenly end over end. Consistent and pleasing the entire time. Love it.
Anand
44, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
The putter feels hefty but in a good way. Helped me square the face at impact. Anything within six feet of the hole, I felt confident it was going in. Pure roll—the insert definitely feels soft—with less skid at contact. Good distance control on longer putts, too.
Jamie
52, Handicap 7
3 years testing
A beautiful, classic mallet. No skid after contact. Rolls right off the face. I'd describe the feel and sound as pretty firm.
Alejandra
27, Handicap 6
5 years testing
Firm and powerful feel with a muted click at impact. Stable and comfortable through the stroke and stayed online. Good distance control.
Peter
58, Handicap 8
10+ years testing
I like the modern styling. The alignment aid is understated, but it wasn't a problem. The ball rolls so pure. It's hard to miss short and medium putts. Just trust the line and make a smooth stroke. The head feels too lightweight on longer putts.
Ricky
47, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
It's a good putter, but you have to work a little harder to get the putts you want.
BK
42, Handicap 2
10+ years testing
It's a beautiful blend of classic looks and technology.
Robert
29, Handicap +2
2 years testing
Essentially, a blade putter. Being in the mallet category, it didn't provide as much stability through the hit as I would look for in a mallet. But I think if you're looking for a blade style, with a little bit more meat behind it, this is a good putter.
Wesley
31, Handicap 4
3 years testing
I love how the black line on the back of the putter mirrors the face. It allows you to present the putter square throughout the stroke.
Jason
49, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
The feel off the face varied. Some balls would jump off the face and some would come off more softly, so my distance control struggled.
Megan
40, Handicap 0
2 years testing
It has the look of a blade with the blackout bar in the back, so it's a great option for someone that fits into a mallet but likes the look of a blade. The zero torque going into the back of the head had an industrial look to it, which I liked.
Alan
31, Handicap 3
2 years testing
Sets up great to your target. Perfectly square visually. It feels like the putter wants to be swung on a pendulum. If you have a jab-like stroke, this probably isn't for you. That one tiny line on top is simplistic and visually appealing.
Jack
36, Handicap 1
3 years testing
One of the more discreet mallets in the lineup, and it's smaller than I prefer. The swan neck version really sits nice at address without having to manipulate the head. I like the color scheme, but I wish it didn't have this cutout. Gives it a tuning-fork sound.
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Compared to single-piece milled versions in the company’s line, these models feature a resilient face material to provide more forgiveness.
The polymer material in the face, known as Pebax, is found in running shoes and stretches the width of the face to provide a consistent energy transfer and soft feel.
The array of models accommodates arcing strokes (Oslo 3, Prime Tyne 4) and those with a straighter move (Craz-E, DS72, Prime Tyne C).
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Battle Ready II
$390
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$390
These high-stability models feature extra mass on the perimeter because of a hollow-body design.
A polymer like the one used in the company’s irons fills the central interior of each design, providing a weight-saving soft, responsive feel.
The hollow body is milled from 303 stainless steel.
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ZT Series
$450
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$450
The internal weighting and distinctive hosel shaping balance the head’s center of gravity with the shaft axis to improve consistency during the stroke.
In this version of zero torque, the head’s center of gravity is just inside the shaft’s connection point, reducing the torque on the head and face angle and placing the putter in a toe-up position. The center of gravity helps the club stay square to the path with little need for the hands to rotate the face back online.
The Allan ZT and Bat Attack ZT use an S-shaped hosel that positions the shaft axis in line with the center of gravity. The angle of the hosel realigns the hands into a forward press, making the straight-back, straight-through stroke more natural.
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SBx/SKx
$425
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A heavy steel face paired with a lightweight aluminum body positions the shaft almost directly over the center of gravity, creating a head that naturally returns to square with little to no extra hand action at impact.
With parallel pronged wings, the curved SKx and straighter SBx naturally sit toe-up, making it easier to align the face square to the stroke.
Each model features the company’s alignment system. By aligning the shaft and a red dot on the heel side of the flange, golfers know the putter face is aligned properly, and the sole is flat on the ground to increase the opportunity for solid contact.