What to look for when buying used Golf Clubs
New golf clubs can cost a bundle these days. For a new golfer or someone who only gets the chance to play occasionally, buying used golf clubs makes great economic sense. Used clubs can be bought at a fraction of what new clubs sale for and many times the clubs are in near perfect condition.
Before purchasing the club, it is a good idea to look at the club head for signs of excessive wear. If you see a brightly worn spot where the club strikes the ball, then the clubface will not make good contact with the ball and will effect the distance of the ball travel. You should be able to see grooves that have defined edges on the face of the club. This will assure you have good contact between the club and the ball.
Worn areas or indentations on the shaft of the club are a sign of weakness. Hold the club up and look down the shaft for any signs of it being bent or twisted. Testing the torque of the shaft can be done by twisting the grip and head in opposite directions. A weak torque will twist easily and should be avoided because it is a sign of weakness in the shaft.
Choosing between a graphite and metal club should be determined by your own preference. What type of club you play better with should be the type you choose. Each person has their own favorite and when buying used clubs, you need select the ones that are best suited to you.
Clubs made from aluminum are nice and light, but they are more susceptible to wear and might not be the better choice when buying used clubs. Metal is more solid than most of the alloy clubs and will probably be in a better used condition.
