Ping Vault 2.0 Dale Anser

$300; ping.com

Key Technologies

Choose steel, tungsten or aluminum sole plugs to change weight +/- 15 grams from standard; variable-depth milled face pattern improves distance control on off-center hits; available in “Stealth” black, platinum or copper finish.

Our Take

Like Ol’ Faithful or a good dog, few things are as reliable as an Anser-style blade. Karsten Solheim’s iconic design revolutionized the genre. Now Ping’s Vault series gives the venerable design a modern update, with three weight options and three different finishes.

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Fitter Comments

The custom-weighting options make it much easier to dial in a variety of stroke types.

Recommendation

Anyone who likes a traditional, premium milled blade with enhanced feel and custom-fitting options.