Hickory Golf Club Repair

From DIY video tutorials to repair work in my Long Island, NY-based workshop, you’ll find everything you need to turn your wall-hanger into a playable hickory golf club again.

The Hickory Hacker’s Guide to Basic Hickory Golf Club Repair

  • Step 1: Removing the Clubhead

    The first step in restoring a hickory-shafted golf club for play is removing the head. Learn why that’s important and how to do it.

    Step 1

  • Step 2: Clubhead Rust Removal

    With the clubhead removed, there are several ways you can safely remove any rust while maintaining the patina. Here are some of my favorite methods.

    Step 2

  • Step 3: Wooden Shaft Maintenance

    Removing the clubhead also allows you to thoroughly inspect and recondition the wooden shaft and repair any cracks if necessary.

    Step 3

  • Step 4: Resetting the Clubhead

    With the clubhead and shaft refurbished, you’re now ready to reset the clubhead with modern epoxy. Learn why repinning the head is still important, too.

    Step 4

  • Step 5: Leather Grip Replacement

    Now that the clubhead has been reset and repinned to the wooden shaft, you’re ready to install a fresh leather grip. Learn how to cut your own grips, too.

    Step 5

  • Step 6: Whipping the Shaft

    The final step is winding fresh whipping thread on the leather grip and around the shaft for flair and additional reinforcement.

    Step 6

In-House Repairs

Do your hickory golf clubs need some work but you don’t have time or space to do it yourself? Write me to learn more about the repair services I offer.