COMING 6.18.26

SMALL BATCH SOUTHAMPTON

Crafted with a design philosophy rooted in simplicity, balance, and purpose, Small Batch Southampton reflects the enduring character of one of golf's most iconic landscapes. Every contour, line, and surface serves a function, honoring a place where the elements have always been the ultimate architect.

Where Small Batch Southampton stands apart is its face. This is the first putter we have ever released with an insert. The two main reasons to use an insert are to either create a higher moment of inertia (if using a lightweight material) or to influence feel.

In the case of Southampton, we were primarily interested in creating a slightly softer feel than we might obtain from a stainless-steel face.

Once again we turned immediately to softer metals and discovered an awesome material to be used for our first ever inserted putter.

ENTER THE PURPLE COPPER INSERT

Purple copper is a high-purity (99.9%+) elemental copper. It gets its name because when freshly milled from block it has a rich, rose-red color, which over time develops a purplish hue as a thin copper oxide film forms on the surface.

Southampton’s insert is milled from this ultra-premium pure copper and it produces the softer feel and slightly muted sound that we wanted. We also fell in love with the richness of its appearance. The vibrant rose color of the freshly milled insert is stunning against the Tour Satin Mist finish of the 904L stainless head. And as the putter ages with use, the insert will slowly patina – taking on a slightly purple hue that created its purple copper name. This living aesthetic will leave you with a piece that over time will morph in a way that is totally unique to your putter, just as Shinnecock Hills has been naturally shaped by the elements.

THE BODY

We love the tailored and angular lines of Southampton. Taking design cues from our popular San Diego design, we kept the straight and squarish shape that runs both toe to heel and front to back.

We wanted the curves, lines, radii and chamfers to feel as though they were shaped by the elements the players endure at Shinnecock.

Southampton will give you the feel that it’s been in the bag for a long time right out of the box.

THE REST OF THE PACKAGE

We finished the 904L in a tour-inspired raw silver satin mist. The gentle blast reduces glare and gives the putter a softened look, while the silver finish contrasts beautifully with the copper insert.

The graphics capture the brutal beauty of Southampton’s ocean wind. Blowing in from the Atlantic, these winds have shaped the coastline and the extreme challenges of Shinnecock Hills. The sole embraces the shifting wind patterns that define both the area and the course.

On the face, our ultra-fine double fly cut blends seamlessly from 904L to purple copper and back. The heel features our customary SB stamp surrounded by five stars, each representing one of the founding clubs of the USGA, including Shinnecock Hills. The back cavity features our Toulon word mark, softly engraved lower and toward the toe.

Paired with a steel KBS CT Tour shaft, custom pistol midsize grip and custom head cover, the package is executed with quiet confidence. The purple copper insert is the star of Southampton and defines the joy of feel.

SPECIFICATIONS: 

  • Finish: Tour Satin Silver Mist
  • Face Mill: Ultra Fine Double Fly Mill
  • Grip: Toulon Custom Southampton Pistol Midsize
  • Shaft: KBS CT Tour
  • Headcover: Small Batch Custom Southampton
  • Head Weight: 360g / Toe Hang: 43° / Loft: 3° / Lie: 70°