Argolf Arthur 2.0 Putter
Boutique golf brands are more prevalent these days than probably any point in history. Maybe except for the Hickory era of the late 19th/early 20th century. This is especially true in the boutique putter space and it’s always a treat to run into a new one with an interesting story that’s making legitimately interesting gear and doing a great job of it. One of the latest I’ve encountered is Argolf which was established in Brittany, France in 2010 following a meeting between a golf professional and two aeronautical industrialists. Fast forward a dozen years and their product line consists of premium putters, wedges, and irons that are played worldwide (including by Tim Petrovic). Having been on my radar for quite some time, I was excited to have the opportunity to test the Argolf Arthur 2.0 putter.
The Looks
Argolf’s designs are all on the more modern side and have unique looks. With blades, half mallets, and mallets, there are plenty of Argolf options to appeal to your eye. Some are a significant departure from the classics, but there are also designs clearly inspired from traditional putters. The Arthur 2.0 pictured here has a traditional blade putter footprint, but the overall aesthetic is definitely more modern. Edges are a little sharper for a more squared off profile. The swirl-milled flow neck looks unlike anything I’ve ever seen on a putter, but creates a clean 1/4 shaft offset that flows very smoothly into the putter head at address.
Argolf offers the Arthur 2.0 in two different finishes – a misted silver and “dark”. You can also get a chrome or black PVD shaft in addition to custom paintfill options. If you really want to put a nice added touch on your putter, you can get custom etching done for an extra $45.
How Does it Feel?
The Argolf Arthur 2.0 is one of the more unique feeling putters I’ve ever used. Its “C-Cut” face has a fairly shallow milling so the feel is more on the “clicky” side. That does lead to pretty precise feedback and response, however. There’s also a little bit of a “pop” to it that’s difficult to explain unless you’ve tried it. It’s almost like the ball is eager to leave the face, but it’s still under control and doesn’t feel too hot.
Though a blade putter, the Arthur 2.0 has a slightly wider body. This gives it a good balance so it’s easy to control and swings nicely. For a flow neck blade, the Arthur 2.0 has a pretty solid MOI.
How Does it Sound?
Mirroring the feel pretty closely, the Argolf Arthur 2.0 putter has a slight metallic “ping” to it. Add in a little “pop” to that ping and the putter is very lively. It’s not loud but it’s certainly definitive and assertive. As you get more toward the toe or heel, the sound mutes up letting you know you missed the sweet spot.
On-Course Performance
Generally speaking, the Argolf Arthur 2.0 performs like a flow neck heel-shafted putter. Players that prefer a little more feel in their hands from the putter will tend to find better roll and control out of the Arthur 2.0. The body is a touch bit wider than a traditional blade so it strokes a little smoother keeping the head quiet. This ultimately leads to a little better control once you get acclimated to putter as well as good accuracy. Last but not least, the C-Cut face puts a really nice and true roll on the ball.
Final Thoughts – Argolf Arthur 2.0 Putter
It’s always a lot of fun seeing how combinations of talents from different industries come together over a passion for golf to bring something interesting to the market. In this case, a couple of aeronautical industrialists and a golf professional were inspired by examples of fine jewelry along with premium materials and aeronautical technologies. The Argolf Arthur 2.0 is a unique take on a modern blade putter design. If you’re looking for something more modern and a little different, France’s Argolf putters are certainly worth checking out.
