• Concept
Inspired by the Classic 1, one of the first putters produced by Cameron International in 1992, and played to win the Masters in 1993, Scotty Cameron has gained overwhelming success by crafting and refining this classic design primarily under the Newport model name. The 7-model Studio Stainless collection is the newest generation to be developed in the state-of-the-art Cameron Putter Studio, and consists of a variety of iterations in the Newport mold. Milled entirely from 303-stainless steel, the Studio Stainless line features a distinct sound and feel. The putters utilize a variety of hosel positions, slightly wider soles for a confidence-inspiring setup, and sole draft angles to ensure the putter never sits closed when placed in the playing position. The satin Studio Stainless finish features a soft beaded mist on the topline and back flange to eliminate glare.
• Features and Benefits
Newport: Originally designed in 1997 and trusted by more than 100 players across the worldwide professional tours, the classic Newport has been refined in the Studio making it slightly wider from front to back with a thinner topline and more curvature on the weight bumps leading down the back flange. This gives the putter a softer, less mechanical look and still retains the popular one-quarter toe hang for optimal toe flow through the stroke.
Newport Beach: The Newport Beach, played by Davis Love III to capture this year’s AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, has a winning history on Tour. The Newport Beach utilizes a refined Newport head, which is wider from front to back with a thinner topline. A slit is cut into the bottom of the face of the putter and stops just short of the topline. This "floating face" gives the Newport Beach a distinctive sound, which translates directly to feel. Traditionally, this type of slit was cut into the bottom flange of the putter, but Cameron improved this design by moving the slit closer to the face to improve the sound and pitch characteristics of the putter.
Newport 2: The Newport 2 Studio Stainless was literally born on Tour, first made from German stainless steel strictly for the best player in the world. The success, winning reputation and popularity of the putter carried over into the Cameron production line. The Newport 2 has a flat front neck that is in line with the topline making for a cleaner look at the ball. The one-quarter toe hang gives the putter ideal balance and optimal toe flow. There is a single sightline for alignment. The Newport 2 is available stock in 33”/350g, 34”/340g, 35”/330g configurations. It also features custom lie and grip options. A 36-inch model can also be ordered through Titleist Custom.
Newport 2.5: The Newport 2.5 has the same great attributes as the refined Newport 2 head but with a short, flowing neck for more toe flow. The 2.5 has a slightly wider head to give the putter a strong, confidence-inspiring look. The single sight line makes for easy alignment. Also available in left hand.
Laguna 2.5: Inspired by Brad Faxon, one of the PGA Tour’s all-time greatest putters, the Laguna 2.5 features a plumbing neck for a one-quarter toe hang and optimal toe flow. Refined and improved over the past few years, the new thin heel and full toe back flange design and Studio Stainless construction makes this putter a high performance favorite.
Big Sur: Heel shafted with a slightly thinner profile and stiffer, proprietary, single bend shaft that has no offset, the newly re-designed Big Sur becomes part of the Studio Stainless series for 2003. The “hot dog” profile allows for thicker walls where the shaft enters the head creating better sound and feel. The length of the Big Sur is 48 inches with an 80° lie, and a new split, round grip. Available both right and left hand.
Mid Sur: A variation of the original Newport shape, the Mid Sur is commonly referred to as a "belly putter” due to its 42-inch length. It features a 375-gram head that is longer and thicker than the Newport with a slightly larger midsize plumbing neck. For optimal performance at the increased length, the Mid Sur features a specially designed Micro-Step shaft which is stiffer and has a larger diameter bore. The Mid Sur has two round grips and a single sightline in the flange for easy alignment.
• Aesthetics
Studio Stainless putters are distinguished by their bright silver, satin buff finish, unique sole graphics, popular U-shaped paddle grip and atomic red headcover with pivot tool. Cameron’s love of 1950’s industrial design inspired the graphics and red color scheme on the headcover and shaft band of the Studio Stainless family.
Availability
The new Futura ($285 MSRP), Studio Design ($270 MSRP) and Studio Stainless ($300 MSRP) putters begin shipping in March, 2003.
