Equipment
Scotty Cameron Phantom X 12.5 hitting stores December 12
It’s one thing to reinvent a design, it’s another to take an existing design and make it work better, or in the case of the new Scotty Cameron Phantom X 12.5, make it work better for more players.

Scotty Cameron Phantom X 12.5: Details
The Phantom X 12.5 is an extension of the popular Phantom X line of mallets to meet the needs of players seeking a stable putter with more toe flow. This category of more “toe down” mallet putters has grown enormously in the last few years, and we see more and more putters like this used by the top players in the world. A bonus for the southpaws out there: the new Scotty Cameron Phantom X 12.5 will be available left-handed.

The Phantom X 12.5 brings the entire Phantom X line up to 10 mallet designs built around five head styles—each with an option for different hosel configurations. The Phantom X 12.5 offers a low-bend shaft setup that mimics what many would refer to as a short slant neck. The difference is that compared to a slant neck, the low bend hides the hosel and the shaft transitions into the head quite discretely to offer a very clean look from address, making it very easy to align.

Since the inspiration for the putter came directly from the tour, the top alignment is much more subtle compared to other models in the Phantom X line. A single gloss black long line contrasts nicely with the matte finish on the aluminium body of the putter to offer help in setting up but still keeps a clean look preferred by better players.
Just like every other putter in the Phantom line, the X 12.5 utilizes multi-material construction to increase MOI and optimal weight distribution, while also maintaining the responsive feedback and feel Scotty Cameron putters are known for.
“Every time we introduce a new putter line, I receive requests from tour players and dedicated
golfers for additional setups and configurations. Phantom X 12.5 is the result of some of those
requests. I added the low-bend shaft for extra toe flow and also designed a new alignment
option by milling a single sight line down the center painted black for a very clean look from
address. It really sets up nicely. Adding this new model also gave me the opportunity to make
a left-handed version designed so everyone can take advantage of the performance benefits
of the Phantom X 12.5.” – Scotty Cameron
Cameron released this video on YouTube in conjunction with the announcement.
Scotty Cameron Phantom X 12.5: Availability
Scotty Cameron Phantom X 12.5 putters will be available in North America on December 12,
2019, and worldwide on February 14, 2020 through Titleist authorized golf shops. MAP: $429.
Equipment
Tour Edge unveils all-new Exotics mini driver
Tour Edge Golf has today introduced the all-new Exotics mini driver, engineered to deliver a powerful combination of speed, control, and versatility in the long game.
The Exotics Mini combines a titanium face with a stainless-steel body in design to balance ball speed with stability and control, creating a versatile option at the top end of the bag.

At the core of the design is Tour Edge’s proprietary Combo Brazing technology, a high-precision thermal bonding process that seamlessly fuses a titanium cup face to a stainless-steel body into a single, continuous structure. By eliminating energy loss found in traditional multi-piece constructions, Combo Brazing is designed to deliver faster face response, more efficient energy transfer, and a uniquely powerful yet controlled feel.

The multi-material construction also allows mass to be positioned lower and deeper in the head in a bid to increase stability, while the thin titanium face is engineered to maintain ball speed across a wider impact area.

“While the initial goal was to enhance control and versatility in the long game, Combo Brazing ultimately drove measurable gains in ball speed and distance within the mini driver category. In robot testing, we’ve documented higher ball speeds, higher launch, reduced spin, and increased carry and total distance compared to leading models.” – Vice President of R&D Matt Neeley

In addition to distance performance, the Exotics mini emphasizes forgiveness through a heavier stainless-steel body that shifts mass toward the perimeter. This configuration increases MOI relative to traditional all-titanium mini drivers, helping preserve ball speed and directional stability on off-center strikes. Paired with Pyramid Face Technology from the Exotics metalwood line, the design is intended to support consistent speed across the face.

To further enhance MOI, a lightweight carbon fiber crown frees additional mass that is strategically repositioned low and deep in the head in design to improve stability and promote optimal launch with controlled spin.

“We designed the Mini to be about five millimeters shallower than other mini drivers on the market. That change improves playability off the deck. From a clean fairway lie, it can function as a strong 3-wood alternative while still providing control off the tee.” – Tour Edge CEO David Glod
An adjustable hosel system allows for loft and lie tuning to dial in trajectory and shot shape, while a fixed 13-gram rear weight helps stabilize the head through impact to improve dispersion consistency. The Exotics Mini Driver is available in 11.5 and 13.5-degree lofts in right-handed models.

Pricing & Availability
The Exotics Mini Driver is available for pre-order beginning today for $399.99 USD at touredge.com, and will be available for purchase at retail outlets worldwide on May 22, 2026.
Equipment
Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, our members have been pitting a Srixon ZXi combo against a TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo. WRXer ‘edutch22’ is on the hunt for a new set of irons and kicks off the thread saying:
“Looking at picking up a new set of irons and think I’ve narrowed it down to Srixon ZXi combo or Taylormade P7CB/770 combo. I am currently a 5 cap and allbeit I feel irons are my weakness. My miss is a little to the toe side. I am decently steep at 4-5 down. Always thought I am high spin but recently on trackman my 7 was spinning at 5800 roughly.
My question or looking for thoughts on which one would benefit me more from a forgiveness standpoint? Or is there another iron is should be looking at entirely? I only get to play about once or twice a week, if I am not playing a 2-3 day event. Thanks in advance.”
And our members have been sharing their thoughts and suggestions in response.
Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.
- manima1: “You just can’t go wrong with Srixon ZXi7.”
- MattM97: “You have to hit them to know, the V-Sole on the Srixon can be make or break for many.”
- dmeeksDC: “P7CB is more forgiving for me than ZXi7 because my main miss is low middle and the P7CB still flies and spins great on that miss. These are both really nice irons but I like the P7CB more than the Zxi7 and the P770 (or P790) more than the Zxi5. The Srixons are larger so if that gives you confidence that is the way to go. I don’t feel like I get any benefit from the V-sole and the P7CBs live up to their high Maltby forgiveness rating so the TaylorMades have been great for me.”
Entire Thread: “Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss”
Equipment
From the GolfWRX Classifieds: 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals who all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.
It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.
Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, @pianoman0123 has a 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo up for grabs.

From the listing: “2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade Combo. 4-8 irons are CB’s and the 9,PW are Blades. 5-PW have Project X 6.0 Shafts and the 4 Iron has a Steelfiber CW110 Stiff Shaft. Standard Length, Lie and Lofts. These are in very good condition the shafts just don’t work for me. Like new Lamkin Grips on the 5-PW and a stock Golf Pride on the 4 Iron. $525 OBO.”
To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link. If you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum, you can learn more here: GolfWRX BST Rules
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JWK
Dec 4, 2019 at 1:45 pm
Left hand option -Yes!
HappyDuffer
Dec 4, 2019 at 1:00 pm
So another spider like putter and looks like a PXG operator? Did we need it, what did it improve on? How about a little innovation instead?
Jim
Dec 4, 2019 at 7:24 pm
Scotty Cameron…Innovate…Im dying here!!!!
Dave Noll
Dec 4, 2019 at 6:34 am
I don’t hate it
JP
Dec 4, 2019 at 4:35 am
Paint the wings black, make the sight line eggshell white, and install a black shaft and that has potential
Sick/vomit
Dec 4, 2019 at 12:27 am
WOW disgusting piece of crap, the space ships are in space not on the putting green….. Pitiful
Marc Wahlberg
Dec 3, 2019 at 11:14 pm
Wait ‘a minute, haven’t we already done the Darth Vader putters AND with fuchsia green racing stripes? We’re doing this again? What happened to the basic blue carbon steel Ping’esh plumber’s neck copy’alike flat sticks? Bat wings?? Oy Vay!!!
Geno4952
Dec 6, 2019 at 10:23 am
I agree 1000% I’ll stay with mt old Ping Anser style any day and $429 is a bit much for a run of the mill retail putter, isn’t it??? Oh yeah… isn’t fuchsia a pinkish purple?? I could be wrong…. it happens….
Peace
J
Dec 3, 2019 at 8:52 pm
What a piece of junk!
FredWomble
Dec 3, 2019 at 8:50 pm
Even Elon Musk is cringing at this monstrosity.
DB
Dec 3, 2019 at 1:14 pm
Wow this actually looks really nice. The black alignment line is a huge improvement.
Mario La macchia
Dec 3, 2019 at 1:03 pm
Looks awesome.. just kinda waiting the 2020 release before pulling any triggers
Acemandrake
Dec 3, 2019 at 11:10 am
Don’t think I’ll be making enough putts to justify the cost.