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Club Grading Policy

Transparent, honest grading for every pre-owned club we sell.

ExcellentHighest Grade

Minimal Cosmetic Wear

  • • Appears practically new or rarely played
  • • Paint/finish: Nearly pristine with no significant marks
  • • Sole plate: Minimal to no wear, no dents or deep scratches
  • • Grooves: Sharp and well-defined
  • • Clubface: No visible impact marks or significant wear
  • • Grip: Excellent condition, minimal use
  • • Performance: Plays like new
Very GoodLightly Used

Light Use Marks

  • • Minor cosmetic wear from normal play
  • • Paint: Light scuffs or minor paint loss (non-structural)
  • • Sole plate: Light wear and minor scratches
  • • Grooves: Slightly worn but still well-defined
  • • Clubface: Minor marks, no major impact damage
  • • Grip: Good condition with light wear
  • • Performance: Plays excellently with no issues
GoodModerate Wear

Moderate Cosmetic Wear

  • • Visible signs of regular play
  • • Paint: Moderate scuffs, some paint loss (cosmetic only)
  • • Sole plate: Noticeable wear and scratches
  • • Grooves: Moderately worn but functional
  • • Clubface: Visible marks and minor dents (non-structural)
  • • Grip: Shows wear, playable condition
  • • Performance: Fully functional and plays well
FairSignificant Wear

Significant Cosmetic Wear

  • • Heavy play or age-related wear
  • • Paint: Significant wear, paint loss, or fading
  • • Sole plate: Heavy scratches and dents (cosmetic only)
  • • Grooves: Noticeably worn but still present
  • • Clubface: Multiple marks, minor dents (structural integrity intact)
  • • Grip: Noticeably worn, may need replacement
  • • Performance: Plays as intended, fully functional

What We Inspect

Clubhead condition
Shaft straightness
Grip quality
Grooves and face
Sole plate condition
Paint and finish
Performance testing
Structural integrity

Note: All clubs are sold as-is. We inspect every item thoroughly and grade conservatively to ensure accuracy. If you have questions about a specific club's condition, contact us before purchasing.