Determine the desired final overall club length and, using a club rule or tape measure laid flat, measure the club from the point where the shaft intersects with the base of the sole to the butt end. For graphite, cover the trim area with masking tape before marking and cutting. Measure the shaft. Trim the end Trim the butt end of the shaft to its final length using the shaft cutter or rod saw for steel shafts, and a cut-off wheel or hacksaw with a rod saw blade for graphite shafts. You are now ready to install the grip.
Most grips have a built-in design pattern or logo toward the lower thumb.
Use this pattern or logo to properly align the grip exactly perpendicular to the blade of the clubhead. Click here for detailed gripping instructions. To purchase a Golfsmith Iron or Wedge Kit, tools and supplies, click here. The Golfsmith Components Catalog features dozens of clubhead designs and clubmaking products. Copyright 1999 GolfWeb - A SportsLineUSA Company.