Most stickers on authentic clubs are placed on the underside of the shaft up by the grip or down next to the ferrule. Counterfeit clubs usually have this sticker near the shaft band on the top of the shaft so it is easily visible. They figure it will make it look more authentic I suppose.
Are fake golf clubs a thing?
Golf's biggest equipment companies can agree on one thing: counterfeit clubs are bad for the consumer — and bad for business. That's why Acushnet, Callaway-Odyssey, Srixon, Ping, PXG and TaylorMade came together in 2004 to form a group whose goal would be to identify and eliminate fake club operations across the world.
How can you tell if TaylorMade golf clubs are fake?
Authentic TaylorMade golf clubs have a serial number on the hosel of each wood and on the 5-iron or the 7-iron (depending on the model) in each set of irons. If your club does not have that serial number, it may not be a genuine TaylorMade.
Are knock off golf clubs any good?
Are Knock Off Golf Clubs Worth It? If you purchase the right knock off clubs, they are absolutely worth it. Some groups of golfers should stay away from the clone clubs in general. If you are a lower handicapper, the clone golf clubs will not have the performance or the quality you need in your game.
Does Golf Avenue sell fake clubs?
So yes they are legit and if your Golf Avenue purchase doesn't meet your expectations, you are covered and can return them should you be within the terms of your guarantee or warranty.
Are golf clubs on Aliexpress real?
They're all fake.
Are there any golf clubs not made in China?
Ping is one of the very few authentic, mainstream, and proudly USA made golf clubs. One of the leading American golf brands in the world is Ping. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Ping also stands out as the only family-owned golf club manufacturers in USA.
Are counterfeit clubs any good?
There's a reason counterfeit clubs are cheap. They're probably not very good at being golf clubs. We're all for taking risks on the golf course, but it's probably worth playing it safe when it comes to investing in new gear this year. For more tips, check out the group's website at KeepGolfReal.com.
Do cheap golf clubs make a difference?
It's certainly not necessary to spend a lot of money on golf clubs, as you can get a nice set together even if you're on a budget. The main difference between high and low-end golf equipment is the shaft and the quality of the materials used.
Are there knock off golf clubs?
Most counterfeit clubs will have a much larger font for the serial numbers than what is on the authentic clubs. Some companies etch the serial numbers into the metal and some companies use a laser that isn't actually etched into the metal.