The Alien Shot Saver Wedge—a Golf Club Not of This World

Designed by Pat Simmons, this bulbous wedge was meant to get out of the sand nearly 100% of the time. Pat Simmons was a club designer who was known for many unconventional designs. He was responsible for starting the Tiger Shark brand along with several others. If you watched late night TV back in the… Continue reading →

Mizuno Pininfarina, the Square Driver Designed by Ferrari

The first ever square driver was an European-exclusive, designed by legendary Ferrari designer Sergio Pininfarina. Back in the late 80s, Mizuno Golf wanted to break into the driver space with something unique and innovative. They worked with Ferrari designer Sergio Pininfarina to bring the creatively named Mizuno Pininfarina driver to the market—a square metal driver…. Continue reading →

Blast From the Past: Basakwerd, the Backwards Putter

This unconventional putter connects hosel to toe, creating a reversed orientation when at address.  Over the years, there have been many experimental and downright strange golf products. We’re going back through our vaults and bringing you some of the weirdest products we could find, starting with the Orizaba Basakwerd. Intended to provide a straighter and… Continue reading →