Golf has come a long way in diversity and inclusion, but it’s still a rich man’s favorite sport in many ways. Some golfers naturally have more dollar bills than others to buy high quality equipment and gear. Most golf clubs retail below $1,000 per piece, but you’ll be shocked to find some players who are okay with adding a zero or two to that equation to get what their hearts desire. There are even vintage golf clubs with sentimental value, such as the Andrew Dickson Long-Nosed Putter from the 1700s that sold at an auction for $181,000. Other old gems include the Simon Cossar Fruitwood Metal Headed Blade Putter ($165,000) and the Square Toe Light Iron Golf Club ($151,000).
Top 10 Most Expensive Golf Clubs in Modern Times
Golden Putter First Lady Special Edition – $150,000
The unique Golden Putter First Lady Special Edition is the brainchild of the German company Barth & Sons. The golf club is crafted out of cherry wood and boasts a thin coating of 24-karat gold on the shaft with a diamond encrusting. The club’s additional spectacular features include a head with crystal decorations and a leather grip, and it’s no wonder it carries the outrageous price tag of $150,000.
Titleist Scotty Cameron Tiger Woods Newport 2 GSS – $22,000
Titleist Scotty Cameron putters are known for their superior quality, which makes them highly sought-after clubs by golf enthusiasts and collectors. The company released the limited-edition Tiger Woods Newport 2 GSS putter to pay tribute to the legendary golfer, and it’s worth every penny of its $22,000 price tag. The putter’s special features include intricate design details and German stainless-steel material, making it a true collector’s item.
Gemspot OM 5 Deluxe Diamond Putter – $10,000
The Gemspot Jewelled Putters company is based in Santa Barbara, California, and has mastered the art of combining high-performance golf clubs with elegant gemstones for a unique look. One of their best offerings is the Gemspot OM 5 Deluxe Diamond Putter, which has five diamonds and demands a retail price of $10,000.
Adams Golf Tight Lies Spin Control Fairway Wood – $8,500
Before selling out to TaylorMade in 2012, Adams Golf was a force to be reckoned with in golf equipment, notably releasing the “Tight Lies” fairway woods. The line found substantial financial success with reputed names such as Tiger Woods’ coach Hank Haney, LPGA Hall of Famer Carol Mann, and British Open winner Bill Roger as spokespersons. The Spin Control Club was the most expensive, retailing at $8,500.
Honma Golf’s Five Star – $5,400
A list of the most expensive and spectacular golf clubs globally can only be complete with a Honma entry present. The company is reputed for using high-quality premium materials and over 400 craftsmen to create top-notch, hand-crafted clubs with great attention to detail. The Honma Golf’s Five Star set is one of the brand’s wonders, with each club featuring 24-karat gold plating and Pt1000 platinum and retailing at $5,400. The entire set costs $75,000.
