The Classic Persimmon era of golf from Post WWll through the mid 1990’s had many great players, clubs, even golf fashion. Which time period do you collect or just appreciate most?
I think the late 1950’s early 60’s was really a special time in golf. Hogan and Snead were winding down their careers, Palmer was just hitting his stride, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus we’re starting to make names for themselves. Macgregor, Wilson, and Hogan were making some of their best equipment ever and there is no denying how sharp dressed the players were in that time.
I’m realizing that my equipment choices are leaning a bit more towards 1980’s, early 90’s as I really like the stuff I grew up seeing, Cleveland Classic woods, Macgregor and even Cobra irons. Really, the last gasp of classic American forged irons.
As for the early 1990’s fashion, I hope that never makes a comeback.
Personally....I kinda liked that period's attire. I don't do well with "tight" clothing - never did, and especially now that I am a full-fledged senior.
Adam Scott looked classy this past few tournaments, as he donne looser shirts & pleated slack.
Really felt the 70's - great irons and flashy colors!
I believe the classic period of persimmon woods was in the 1950s, bar none. There was a renaissance in the mid-late 80s and into the early 90s with Wood Brothers. In terms of forged irons it just keeps getting better. I am partial to the 80s in terms of American forgings.
Here is a set of MacGregor Muirfield 20th irons in my office staff bag that's just like the set I purchased back in 1989 after I landed my first adult job (after I graduated from college). Never been hit, faces still with protective plastic on it (since removed).
Wow! Beauties s.l. I have to agree, the late 80’s/early 90’s forgings of Macgregor were absolutely gorgeous.
Same as the special old growth wood made the string instrument by the Stradivari family.
There was a period of time when they had access to the seasoned old growth persimmon wood. When that batch was gone, it'll be a few more century before we'll see the same type of material again, provided the changing climate won't influence the new trees.
I guess from the 50's into the 60's were the period when the old growth persimmon wood was available.