Timber Touch Putterworks: Where Old-School Craftsmanship Meets Modern Engineering
A Social Media Discovery Leads to Bespoke Artistry
I wasn't familiar with Timber Touch Putterworks until a striking image caught my attention whilst scrolling through social media. What I saw looked like a hand crafted block of wood shaped into a putter, intriguing enough to want to investigate further. After making contact with the company, they kindly sent me a bespoke putter complete with my own personal logo.
First Impressions: Art Meets Function
Upon first glance, the Timber Touch Putterworks Putter genuinely appears to be a masterfully crafted block of wood. The attention to detail and artistic craftsmanship is immediately apparent, it’s the kind of piece that could sit proudly in an office as much as it belongs on the golf course. You would think that the old-school aesthetic is unmistakable, reminiscent of putters from golf's golden era. However, beneath this traditional exterior lies sophisticated modern engineering that transforms what could be merely a conversation piece into a genuinely functional putter.
The Technology Behind the Beauty
The putter features a face-balanced design with a double bend shaft running through into the head, I have it set up at 34 inches from various custom fitting options available. The real innovation lies within the head itself, where internal light metal and foam help support the face and eliminate micro-vibrations.
Maximum MOI Engineering: Strategic internal weighting delivers maximum moment of inertia, meaning enhanced stability with every strike and less twisting on off-centre hits – exactly what you'd expect from modern high-performance putters.
Advanced Face Milling: The face features precision milling designed for vibration dampening. This face engraving system helps minimise ball skid and a adds super-soft feel across the entire face whilst promoting a consistent roll.
Protective Construction: Multiple layers of ultra high strength polymer coatings ensure durability and longevity. The lifetime face warranty addresses concerns that might arise with wooden construction.
Performance and Feel
The feel, as expected from a wooden putter, is distinctly soft and organic. This characteristic varies depending on your golf ball choice – softer balls enhance the wooden sensation, whilst firmer balls provide correspondingly firmer feel at impact.
My test putter features a mallet design with a beautiful cherry-looking top surface. The craftsmanship runs throughout, with intricate detailing around the back and my custom logo prominently displayed. The bespoke jumbo grip complements the overall premium feel perfectly.
The etching on top proves particularly helpful for alignment. When setting up to the ball, the markings naturally guide my eye in line with the shaft, creating confidence at address that translates into improved setup consistency.
The Art Factor and Customisation
Beyond functional capabilities, this putter is genuinely a work of art. Timber Touch Putterworks uses advanced CAD and CNC machining to ensure precision whilst combining modern technology with exotic hardwood beauty. The visual appeal cannot be overstated, I am sure it will generate conversation amongst playing partners whilst serving as a beautiful display piece.
The company offers comprehensive customisation including personal logos, engravings, multiple wood options, and various design configurations. Each putter becomes unique through personal touches such as military emblems, professional symbols, or awards.
Real-World Testing Results
During comprehensive testing (documented in my accompanying YouTube video), the putter performed admirably on both practice green and golf course. The combination of high MOI design and face milling technology delivered the promised stability and soft feel.
What initially appeared to be purely aesthetic revealed itself as genuinely functional putting equipment that happens to look spectacular. The more I used the putter, the more I appreciated both its engineering and artistry.
Who Should Consider This Putter?
This putter suits golfers who appreciate tradition, want something distinctly different and value equipment that serves as both functional and artistic statement. It's perfect for players seeking maximum forgiveness through high MOI design whilst enjoying the unique feel and sound of wooden construction.
The face-balanced design works particularly well for golfers with straight-back, straight-through putting strokes, whilst the mallet configuration provides stability and alignment assistance.
The Engineering Philosophy
Timber Touch proves that innovation doesn't require abandoning traditional materials. By applying modern engineering principles to time-tested wood construction, they've created putters that perform as beautifully as they look.
The company combines the timeless beauty of exotic woods with cutting-edge technology, providing unique and elegant appearance that stands out on the green whilst delivering exceptional performance through high MOI, optimised centre of gravity, and reduced twisting on off-centre hits.
The Bottom Line
The Timber Touch Putterworks putter successfully bridges traditional craftsmanship and modern performance engineering. Each putter offers unique feel and exceptional auditory feedback whilst delivering genuine functional benefits.
The offset between my initial expectations and actual performance proved pleasantly surprising. What began as curiosity about an attractive piece of wooden equipment evolved into genuine appreciation for both the craftsmanship and engineering excellence.
This isn't just about nostalgia or aesthetics, it’s about proving that traditional materials, when combined with modern design principles, can deliver contemporary performance levels whilst offering something truly unique in today's equipment landscape.
Very impressed indeed.
For detailed performance analysis and visual demonstration, check out the accompanying YouTube video documenting my comprehensive testing process.
Key Specifications:
- Construction: Exotic hardwoods with CAD design and CNC machining precision
- Face Technology: Precision milled with vibration dampening properties
- MOI Enhancement: Strategic internal weighting for maximum stability
- Protection: Multiple polymer coating layers for durability
- Customisation: Personal logos, engravings, multiple wood options available
- Design: Face-balanced with enhanced stability and consistent roll
- Philosophy: Sustainable hardwood construction avoiding harmful chemicals
For detailed performance analysis and visual demonstration, check out the accompanying YouTube video documenting my comprehensive testing process.
Dan Hendriksen, PGA Professional