Circa 1905 Anderson Putter

This early 1900s putter features a very interesting head shape that I haven’t seen before, nor can I find any examples that match it exactly. The only clues to its origin are the obvious “Made in Scotland” mark and an right-pointing arrow on the top line above where it says “putter.” The arrow cleek mark was a popular one among many makers, but I believe this particular arrow belonged to Alex Anderson of Anstruther.

Alex was the son of James, a famous club and cleekmaker who first started making clubs in the mid-1860s up until his death in 1895. At that point, Alex took over and considerably expanded the firm’s clubmaking production, adopting the right-pointing arrow cleek mark in 1905.

The Anderson firm was known for its innovative head shapes, which is why believe this putter was made by them. The shaft appears to be original and features an intentional bend that puts the hands forward at address. Though a little light by modern standards, this putter feels good through the stroke and rolls the ball great.

• 3 degrees of loft, B8 swingweight, 34 inches long

• New suede grip and whipping

• Good as-found condition

• SOLD