Grip Condition
The grip is your only contact with the club, so we grade it just as carefully as everything else. Here's how we rate both standard club grips and putter grips — and how to freshen them up if you'd like.
The Two Grip Types
Standard Grip
Fitted to drivers, woods, hybrids, irons and wedges. Our standard regrip service starts at $10 per club.
Putter Grip
Larger and often non-round for a stable stroke. Putter regrips are $20 per club.
How We Grade Grips
Each grip is inspected by hand for wear, tack and structural integrity so the rating reflects exactly how it will feel in play.
Visual Inspection
We check the full grip for smoothing, shine, cracking and pattern wear.
Feel Test
We assess tack and firmness by hand to judge how secure the hold is.
Regrip Option
If a grip is past its best, add a fresh regrip at checkout and we do it before dispatch.
Our Grip Grading System
New
Brand new grip with no wear at all — exactly as it left the factory.
Key Features:
- No signs of use
- Full tack and texture
- Pattern completely intact
Common Examples:
- Factory-fresh feel
- No shine or smoothing
- Crisp, defined pattern
Good
Plenty of life left. Minimal wear with a secure, tacky feel and the pattern intact.
Key Features:
- Light, even wear
- Still tacky in hand
- Pattern clearly visible
Common Examples:
- Minor smoothing at thumb rest
- No hardening
- Confident, secure hold
Fair
Noticeable wear from regular play but still fully playable. Some smoothing or shine in high-contact areas.
Key Features:
- Visible wear from use
- Some smoothing or shine
- Slightly firmer feel
Common Examples:
- Shine on upper hand section
- Pattern worn in places
- Playable as-is
Poor
Heavily worn, hardened or slick. Functional but we recommend a fresh regrip — which you can add at checkout.
Key Features:
- Heavy wear or hardening
- Slick or shiny surface
- Pattern mostly gone
Common Examples:
- Loss of tack
- Cracking or splitting possible
- Regrip recommended
Want a Fresh Grip?
Add our grip replacement service to any eligible club and we'll regrip it before it ships. Learn more about the service or get in touch with any questions.