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Reader Stories: Best Golf Gift I've Ever Received

By , About.com Guide

The best golf gifts aren't necessarily something big or expensive - although they certainly can be! The thought behind the gift - or who it came from - can mean as much as the specific item itself. Or maybe it was a trip to Myrtle Beach! Either way, we'd love to hear about the best golf gifts our readers have received. What was yours, and what made it so special? What made it the perfect present for you?

And for potential shoppers out there, these stories of best golf gifts might give you the inspiration to select something perfect for the golfer in your life.

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Putter from the Hole of Golf

It was for Christmas, and is functional as well as decorative. My wife knew I had looked at one of these putters for a long time but didn't buy one for myself. It was made more difficult because I am…More

Golf Lessons as Gift: Give an Experience

This was the best gift for so many reasons - It was for my birthday coming up in about a month and it was a complete surprise. I had no idea they were going to pay for it until I showed up for our le…More

Golf Lessons Learned

Three golf lessons per year have dramatically reduced my handicap. Knowing what to get me has also relieved strain on my wife of having to choose a gift. I don't have to go shopping for it myself, ei…More

GPS Marked the Spot

Because it was quite expensive and something I had wanted for a while. My wife asked for gift ideas for Xmas and I put it on the list along with many other less costly golf items, never expecting her…More

Clubs - and Encouragement to Use Them

It was from my (new) wife with love and encouragement to go out and play. That was 25 years ago ... three club sets later, I still am playing and still encouraged to get out and play. It was the thou…More

Resort Golf in Phoenix/Scottsdale

Well, the cheapest rooms at this place start at $450/night. And the course is immaculately maintained. Had the pleasure of visiting family out there, and watching a college golf tournament over in Ri…More

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