IMPORTANT advice for buying 2nd hand golf clubs!

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[jeremyklem]

Great video, and really applicable to a beginner who is price conscious. My only concern would be, if the previous owner used all the good shots in the club(s).

[Thumper]

Won state championship with used set of gold Titleist DCI irons old man brought home for me. That earned me a custom set of 690 MB blades got them ordered before they were even released and still use them :)

[squarterman]

spec is absolutely right. Ping is a great example - don't just go and buy a Ping set of irons and ignore the dot colour - work out what colour dot you are and get the right ones. I'm yellow, so getting red dot would be pointless!

[johnrhodes]

I’m just getting back into golf.
I’m going to buy a set of second hand Callaway Hawkeye VFT, they were the best when I last played.

[williambilbo]

Accidental Partridge ‘’ these clubs are bloody long!’’

[nothreeputts]

First thing I check is grip. Do the grips need to be replaced? If so, that could cost more than the clubs themselves.

[lovinfx]

Super insightful, however I have one question. To what extent are deviations from the norm still okay? For example, is 0, 5 inches crucial or still viable? Same goes for lie. Can I buy Ping blue dot (+1° lie) or not?

[jdstarek]

Those were my fav sticks back in high school Titleist DCI

[CSwivel]

If I buy used I’m probably going to replace the grip anyway to match my other irons so that isn’t a huge deal for me. I’m more concerned with spec, groves and overall usage or looks. I tend to pass on clubs that look like nail beaters or have scratches everywhere but that’s just me

[iconicstance]

Bought some ping G400's for £350 thanks to your review on thr G425's. Thanks for saving me 500 quid Rick👍🏼👍🏼

[jasonschroeder]

Great advice. As someone who has never really had the budget to buy new clubs or go for a fitting, I have always wondered how much of a difference a fitting would make to my overall game. Anyone got any insight?

[michaelscales]

First thing to check is are they right or left handed.Golfers have been known to miss this vital point, and it can be annoying if you don't check this at the beginning.

[timothybevis]

My biggest fear is buying fake equipment. I have become a huge believer in investigating that club or bag I'm looking to buy. Mainly because I cannot go out and buy new. I usually buy clubs that are 2-4 years older. So just be careful when buying on line. Thanks Rick

[tonythaiger]

Always take your second hand clubs to your local professionals. Lofts/ swing weight should be tested to ensure you are playing with right lofts/bounces/lie angles.

[BenjaminMcCormickCreative]

I just realized (after playing with it since May) that my second-hand driver had a shaft that is 1.5" shorter than my spec. I've been struggling with driving distance all year and I'm inclined to think the shorter shaft had a part in it. My new shaft (from the club manufacturer) arrived a couple days ago and I'll be heading out tomorrow to see if there's a big difference.

[ytubepuppy]

Bought a fake TaylorMade driver a few years ago and it played as long as the real one that a friend had. Same loft, same shaft, etc. I didn't know it was fake until a guy in a pro shop ran the numbers and they didn't match. I still have it as a back up driver and at my level, I seriously doubt that it makes any difference.

[robertomercer]

Are knock off irons ok 👍 not copy’s just off brand or better to buy name used

[golfatit]

Awesome content .. keep it coming fellas !!

[wyattorrante]

Actually just picked up an odyssey white hot 2 ball putter on offerup today for 50 USD, a real and original one though not an OG

[zonerizzo]

I got some 400 dollar clubs . Not good at all . I played a couple times and have a natural feel . My clubs are not forgiving at all. Im 5’11 yet they feel short . Any club sets or pre owned sets anyone could recommend .