New
Never played on a course. Still in plastic, or hit only indoors.
- Face
- No ball marks or impact wear.
- Sole
- No turf or mat marks.
- Crown / Topline
- Flawless.
- Shaft
- No bag wear or scratches.
- Grip
- As new.
Condition Guide
Every club we sell or take in on trade is inspected by a left-handed golfer and graded on the same four-point scale. Here's exactly what each grade means, so you know what you're buying and what to expect for your trade-in.
Above Average
Lightly played. A handful of rounds at most.
- Face
- Light ball marks; grooves crisp.
- Sole
- Light surface scratches only.
- Crown / Topline
- Woods have no sky marks or chips; irons and wedges show minimal bag chatter.
- Shaft
- Faint marks at most; no wear through the finish.
- Grip
- Very good, with little sign of use.
Average
Regular use. The most common grade for used clubs.
- Face
- Visible ball marks and wear in the centre; grooves still sharp. Irons may show light browning.
- Sole
- Scratches and turf wear; some paint fill may be missing.
- Crown / Topline
- Woods may have a small sky mark or minor paint chips; irons and wedges show bag chatter and small dings.
- Shaft
- Light bag wear and scratches; no dents.
- Grip
- Usable, may be due for replacement soon.
Below Average
Heavy use, but fully playable.
- Face
- Heavy ball marks and impact wear; browning on irons; groove wear more noticeable on wedges.
- Sole
- Heavy scratching and possible rock dings.
- Crown / Topline
- Woods may show clear sky marks, chips or dings; irons and wedges show heavy bag chatter and dings.
- Shaft
- Noticeable wear, scratches or worn graphics.
- Grip
- Worn; replacement recommended.
What affects how a club plays
Most wear is cosmetic. Scratches on the sole, bag chatter, and sky marks on a driver crown change how a club looks, not how it hits. What matters most is the face and grooves, especially on wedges, where worn grooves reduce spin. Putters can carry plenty of cosmetic wear and still roll perfectly, as long as the face isn't dented. Every listing includes detailed photos so you can judge for yourself.
What we can't accept for trade-in
We can't accept clubs with:
- Cracked faces, crowns or heads
- Bent, kinked or cracked shafts
- Loose heads or rattles inside the head
- Dented putter faces
Questions
Who grades the clubs?
Every club is hand-inspected and graded by a left-handed golfer.
Do you use the same grades for trade-ins and sales?
Yes. Clubs we buy are graded on exactly the same scale as clubs we sell.
What if my club arrives in a different condition than I described?
We confirm the grade when your clubs arrive. If it differs from your description, we'll update your offer before anything is finalised.