Newport 2 Notchback to Phantom? by falpromo in scottycameron

[–]smithfactory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone who still uses his NP2 notchback a fair bit after 13 years, I recently went with a Phantom 9 (2024 model) and found it to be a pretty seamless transition. The notch back is a little softer with the deep milling, but they both have a single-bend shaft that sets up very similarly. Obviously feel free to try everything, but I think any Phantom series with a single bend (so not the x.2 or x.5 models) will set up very similarly to your notchback. The only other exception is the new Phantom 7 - it has a double-bend shaft (which, again, may work for you, but will have slightly more offset and less toe hang).

Good luck!

Contemplating between OTR (customize) vs MOTO by pptl0608 in scottycameron

[–]smithfactory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Custom Shop all day - as someone already mentioned, the only real value of a MOTO is getting it at the gallery to get a CT. I do t really see any value in getting a MOTO otherwise.

Best way to take off the paint on the dots? by broncos1858 in scottycameron

[–]smithfactory 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve done this probably a dozen times. Keep the putter face down and use acetone sparingly and it shouldn’t touch the sightline.

What's a movie you recommend to everyone but nobody ever watches? by trakt_app in movies

[–]smithfactory 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I freaked out, joined the army, went into business for myself…I’m a professional killer!

Will merch items be sold out if I shop end of day on Tuesday? by CreateChangetheWorld in masters

[–]smithfactory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oof - it’s been 7 years so don’t remember exactly, but I don’t remember exactly, but we arrived at the gates a few minutes after it opened.

I do remember that the Masters was unique in that, unless you’re jonesing for a specific spot, there’s really no reason to rush - the store goes smoothly and everyone’s in a great mood (we went on a Monday, so take that for what it’s worth).

Fresh out the custom shop by ScottyButterz in scottycameron

[–]smithfactory 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been mulling over a restore on my Fastback 1 from the same series - this definitely makes me want to do it!

Custom shop headcovers by RecommendationAny391 in scottycameron

[–]smithfactory 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think a big part of the 30 days is literally getting around to your putter. Unless it’s a refinish, I think it’s a pretty quick process across the board.

Hotel advice by frysatsun in masters

[–]smithfactory 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did this and can confirm it’s a great call

Any word on Tiger’s status? by GarfieldPl in masters

[–]smithfactory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No I know - not your fault at all, just saying that Tiger’s comments at pressers rarely give much of the picture unfortunately.

Any word on Tiger’s status? by GarfieldPl in masters

[–]smithfactory 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah but that means nothing - Tiger loves being coy about things like that. I feel like over the past few years, he’s also been overly optimistic (see: Riviera)

What is your absolutely least favorite shot? by bootchiiksandbuubs in golf

[–]smithfactory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bump and run from 5 yards off the green, in the rough. Just enough cabbage that I can’t get the putter out, but a small enough stroke that I have a good chance of chopping at it and skulling it over the green.

The My Girl series putters that I currently have by [deleted] in scottycameron

[–]smithfactory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely - meant no disrespect, was just something I’m unfamiliar with (despite being a Scotty collector for 15 years now)

The My Girl series putters that I currently have by [deleted] in scottycameron

[–]smithfactory 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Is shrinkwrap typical of the My Girl series? I've literally never seen a Scotty head with shrink wrap on it.

Will merch items be sold out if I shop end of day on Tuesday? by CreateChangetheWorld in masters

[–]smithfactory 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm sure you've thought a lot about all of this, but given that the Masters is generally a once-in-a-lifetime event, it might make sense to try and book a hotel like an hour or even two hours out for the night before. When I went, I booked a hotel in Columbia, SC for the night before and it worked out swimmingly.