How we rate the condition of golf clubs
Rating the condition of golf equipment is something we’ve been doing for a long time, so we think we’ve got pretty good at it! We’ve put together a condition rating guide so that you can get a better idea of the relative condition of clubs for sale in our store and how to rate clubs you are looking to sell to us.
All clubs that we purchase are closely inspected by our professional team before being photographed. This is to ensure that we accurately depict the items condition within the description and include photos of any additional marks or imperfections that we think you 'the customer' would want to see. We always put ourselves in your shoes so that you’re completely satisfied with your purchase when it arrives at your door.
When you’re selling golf equipment to us, please make sure that you represent the condition of your item accurately. Our club quotes are only valid if the condition and specification you have provided accurately represent the item/s you are looking to sell. If on receipt of the item the condition or specification do not match the information or rating you have provided then the quote will be adjusted accordingly. If you are not satisfied with the adjusted quote then we will arrange for the items to be returned to you which will incur a £10 charge to cover postage both ways.
Head Condition
Head condition refers to the club's crown (top), sole plate (bottom) and back of the club head as an overall condition. The lower of these ratings is given as the head condition.
10/10 - Brand new condition
Brand new and in the wrapper.
9/10 - Nearly new condition
Would almost pass as new but for almost imperceptible signs of use. It is likely to have been used less than a handful of times.
8/10 - Very good condition
Only minimal signs of use and extremely well maintained. There are no obvious marks and any imperfections will be very light.
7/10 - Good condition
Evidence of play but has been well maintained by its owner. There are no major marks or paint chips but some light marks are visible.
6/10 - Fair condition
More obvious marks are visible indicating a fair amount of use for a reasonable amount of time. Small paint chips and or marks on the crown, back or sole of the club are evident. Forged Iron's may have small dinks on the sole.
5/10 - Well used condition
Clearly visible marks from plenty of play. Scratches, paint chips and sky marks may be evident. Not as well a maintained as a fair condition club but its performance is unaffected.
Please note:
We do not buy or sell clubs with a head condition rating below 5. We would consider any club with a crack or dent to be below 5 as performance can be compromised.
Face Condition
Face condition refers to the condition of the club face itself.
10/10 - Brand new condition
Brand new. Has never been used to hit a golf ball and there are no marks or imperfections of any kind. Club head and face is still in the wrapper.
9/10 - Nearly new condition
Would almost pass as new but for almost imperceptible signs of use. It is likely to have been used less than a handful of times.
8/10 - Very good condition
Only minimal signs of use and extremely well maintained. There are no obvious balls marks and any imperfections will be very light.
7/10 - Good condition
Slightly more evidence of use. Light ball marks are visible on the face but it's still in good condition.
6/10 - Fair condition
More obvious marks are visible indicating a fair amount of use. The club face may have lost some of it's original finish and wear spots may be visible.
5/10 - Well used condition
The face is quite worn as a result of a large amount of use over a long period of time. Some wear patches and rust spots may be visible on irons and wedges.
Please note:
We do not buy or sell clubs with a club face condition rating below 5. We would consider any club face with excessive wear spots, a crack or dent to be below 5 as performance can be compromised.
Shaft Condition
Shaft condition refers to the condition of the shaft and hosel. Any marks along the length of the shaft or hosel will have a detrimental affect to the condition rating of the club.
10/10 - Brand new condition
This shaft has never been used and has no marks.
9/10 - Nearly new condition
May have been used a few times but no visible marks.
8/10 - Very good condition
May show the slightest of marks at very close inspection.
7/10 - Good condition
Shaft may show some cosmetic marks, nothing heavy. Possible light scratching upon closer inspection. Shaft labels might be frayed at the edges.
6/10 - Fair condition
Shaft is in perfectly workable order but will show cosmetic wear from bag rubbing and from being taken in and out of a bag. Shaft labels maybe partially torn or peeled off.
5/10 - Well used
Shaft is in perfectly workable order but will show clear evidence of cosmetic wear. More likely to show rust spots on steel shafts, scratches and bag rubbing marks. Shaft labels heavily worn, torn or peeled off.
Please note:
We do not buy or sell clubs with a shaft condition rating below 5. We would consider any club with excessive rusting, deep wear marks or cracks to be below 5 as performance can be compromised.
Grip Condition
Grip condition refers to the condition of the grip itself. It is based on the appearance of the grip along with its tackiness when you hold it.
10/10 - Brand new
Brand new and in the wrapper.
9/10 - Nearly new
Out of the wrapper and has been used but feels very much like new.
8/10 - Very good condition
Grip still feels very good, may have been used a few dozen times.
7/10 - Good condition
Grip has been used but is still in a good usable order. May have some fading of any logo but retains good grip life and a certain amount of tack.
6/10 - Fair condition
Well used with signs or wear but grip remains in good usable order. It may be lacking tack in on certain areas of the grip.
5/10 - Well used
Shows obvious signs of wear. Possible to have some splits and marks and may need replacing in the near future. Can appear slightly shiny and tackiness will be reduced.
Please note:
We do not sell clubs with a grip condition rating below 5. We can purchase clubs with a lower grip condition but the grip will be replaced and will result in a lower price for your item.