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I like the solid, dense head of the 350 as well. I've found my putting at medium distances to be much more controlled and predictable, and the feel at impact is just right. I've probably gained a stroke or 2 with the putter more than (offset at the moment by my learning curve with blades - what the golf gods give, they also take away). In any case, I feel much more confident that I'll hit a solid, accurate shot with the smaller head. The offset doesn't bother me at all!

FWIW, Supo's SB01s are outstanding, if he decides to sell them. I'd take them over the 1957s in a heartbeat. Unfortunately, they're too much club for me!

I suggest you check my previous post comparing head sizes. The 1957/SB01s are substantially smaller. When I tried them, I found I hit a little outside the sweet spot, whereas I could groove in a lot easier with the SB02s. I agree with the previous posters, who said the Miuras are sensational when you're on, and infernal when you're not. Homestly, nothing compares when you're on.

Incidentally, I was at the proshop this morning and checked out the 007 in person. It is MUCH larger than the 350! Looks absolutely gargantuan in comparison, seriously. Like an aircraft carrier compared to a yacht. I was amazed, as I thought they were pretty close in size. That said, I see the appeal of the 007....as long as you're cool with a big head. It really is a thing of beauty. The milled face is beautiful, and the shape at address is classic and refined. I like it a lot better than the 005/006 model, but I stick by my previous post: the 350 is the nicest putter out there by a country mile, provided you like the concept of an ultra-small head. Its density and compact size make it the 'baby blade' of the putter world, in the best sense of the comparison. As far as price goes, which was your other question, at my shop, the 007 is 1.5x the price of the 350. I think it's overpriced, personally, but of you can find a bargain, it might be a nice pick up for a bit of variety. My advice: wait till you play the 350 and see how you like it. I doubt you'll want to go back to a big head afterwards.

Anyone else seen these? I was just in the proshop getting my driver reshafted, and saw them! They look ultra-sweet in black, let me be the first to say. They look slightly more compact at address than the stainless, which is purely optical, but I like it. I play them in stainless (wish I had the raw grind protos), and I think I'd've gone black -against my usual philosophy - if the blacks had been available last year. Anyone know how the finish holds up? FWIW, I compared them to the Chikara wedges, which are very similar in shape and swing weight, and I prefer the RCs. They've both got clean, thin toplines, but the RC shape suits my eye that little bit better. Both sole grinds look niiiice!

The 350 is the best putter I've ever used, and I agree, it's a work of art. I doubt I'll ever use another one. I've relegated my Scotty to the guest house bag. You don't need an 007-you've already got the best.

I preferred the Tours, but I'm about 20 strokes behind you. With your handicap, you can hit just about anything you want. You'll find the Tours an effortless club to work, win a very pure, soft feel. One of the nicest blades out there.

I went for the RC BBD TOUR VS 5W, or whatever they were called. Last year's model. Still love it, and if you find one, I'll bet it's discounted, now that the new edition is out. Great looking club, IMO. Very compact head with a classic shape. It hits straight and long with a textbook flight. Better off the deck than off the tee. I hit my 5W about 190m with tight dispersion. It's just glorious to hit. One of those clubs I love to pull out of the bag. Probably my second favorite club after my putter, although I do love my Miuraism short irons as well right now. If you look, you can find a post I put up a while back comparing the RC to several other contenders.

Like Gocchin says: it's what you want. Do you need a hybrid to replace your low irons, or for fairway rescues, or something more specialized? I agree with the other posters that RC is an outstanding "wood-like" hybrid, and it's my favorite.

But how do they play?

Including the ball, maybe back to Titleist.

In my mind, the question comes down to which club or clubs you'd be willing to compromise on: driver, woods, utes, irons, wedges, or putter. To be honest, I don't think I've hit a complete range of clubs from ANY brand. But the one that comes to mind first is... Titleist. None of their clubs is MY favorite, but they've got clubs in every category that would at least have to be near the top of any critically considered list. For me, right now, I'd hate to abandon my Miura irons and putter, so I'd (very happily) take a swag of their K and Y grind wedges, and make do with their driver and woods, which were not my favorites, but I didn't hate. After that, it would be Yamaha, Epon, or Royal Collection. Love Yamaha from the driver through the irons; have never tried their wedges or putters. Ditto for Epon. I haven't found a RC driver I like, but I love their woods, utes, irons, and wedges; no idea about their putters. Yeah, I'd go against the flow and go MIURA, without too much regret.

The K's are PERFECT in the SB02s. I recommend these shafts highly to anyone looking for a no-nonsense, smooth, and pure shaft. Great flight, outstanding feedback, ZERO harshness. Could not ask for anything more. My original question was whether anyone had any thoughts on the Constants, which are slightly lighter.

I'm 6'2", and 33" is fine (for me). I'd played 34.5" until recently. Takes about 5 mins. to get used to the slightly more "stooped" stance. After that, you'll be amazed at how much more feel you've got. Not hard to install a longer shaft if you hate it, though.

I absolutely LOVE this putter. I played a SC TeI3 Newport before and have tried a few mallet and Anser styles in recent years, and this is the best feeling, most bulletproof putter I've ever used. It is beautifully weighted and gives wonderful feedback. Easy to lag putts, and to line up on the hole. What's more, EVERYONE I've played with has commented on its sound, which is a wonderful thock. It's a small head, but as a result, there's absolutely nothing extraneous about it. No bells and whistles, nothing unnecessary. Just line it up and let it do its thing. You will NOT be sorry. It's just magic. My favorite club. Consider getting it cut down to about 33". It's even more deadly at a shorter shaft length. Excellent price, BTW.