WHEREAS Spider-mania has taken over the PGA Tour in the past year, TaylorMade still he has not forgotten the blades.
With their new SYSTM2 release, the company is not only introducing three new blade models, along with two hammers in between, but these devices will feature a new MIM (Metal Injection Molding) construction, a first for the company’s throwers. The lugs still feature mill faces, maintaining a soft feel that many players prefer.
“SYSTM2 represents our commitment to delivering putters that perform at the highest level, featuring the craftsmanship and precision that define TaylorMade’s world-class performance putters,” TaylorMade Director of Product Creation (Putters) Andrew Oldknow said in a release. “By crafting each head from mild 304 stainless steel with precision-milled faces and our two-tone finish, we’ve created a complete system for every golfer. Whether a player prefers a compact blade, needs the forgiveness of our wide-bodied Del Monte, or wants a traditional medium feel, the SYSTM can find their perfect match.”
What may be most surprising about the machines is the price point, coming in at just $250, well below the cost of popular spider hammer and many other premium devices in the market. However, these stocks feature one of TaylorMade’s most advanced constructions to date.
Continue reading below for more on the TaylorMade SYSTM2 putters, including my take on the release.
What’s really new with TaylorMade SYSTM2 Putters — and why you should care
A new type of mold
MIM constructions have been around the golf space for some time, but they’ve picked up steam in the last couple of years, thanks to the reduction in costs and the unique control it affords designers. SYSTM2 is TaylorMade’s first use of the technology in their putters.
Through the use of MIMing, as opposed to traditional casting or milling methods, TaylorMade was able to remove mass from behind the face and reallocate it towards the toe and heel, increasing stability.
The use of 304 stainless steel and a mill cover with saw-milled grooves creates a smooth and premium feel. This will feel different than the Pure Roll insert on TaylorMade’s Spider machines, but still on the softer side.
Features of two-color alignment
One of the best arguments for moving to larger gauges after increasing the forgiveness is the extra stretch features. All SYSTM2 pushers meet that hurdle with a two-tone finish that includes a scratched silver front and black PVD back.
Two-tone vertical contrast creates visual separation for the golfer, helping them square up the target and keep it that way during the shot.
TaylorMade SYSTM2 lineup
There are five different head shapes in the SYSTM2 three-blade, two-hammer set. Blades are only available with L-neck tubes, while hammers will be offered with both L-neck and single-twist shafts.
Soto 12
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What is it: A classic Anser style blade with a rounded bumper and an L neck tube.
Who is it for: Players who prefer rounded looks and softer edges while having moderate toe flow.
June 12
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What is it: A classic Anser style blade with a square bumper and an L neck tube.
Who is it for: Blade players who prefer more angular shapes and vertical alignment features.
Del Monte 12
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What is it: A wide body blade with a square bumper.
Who is it for: Blade players who don’t want to switch to a mallet but want more stability.
Ardmore 12/72
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What is it: A more modern shape of the middle hammer that is not a half moon shape with some corners for more stability.
Who is it for: Players who prefer the crescent shape, but with more stability.
Banned 12/72
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What is it: A modern fang-style medium mallet available in two different cap options: L-neck and single-bend.
Who is it for: Players looking for maximum forgiveness from a medium hammer with angled alignment lines.
My take: New technology, better price, more options
I’m not going to sit here and pretend that the SYSTM2 is cheaper than TaylorMade’s latest mid blade/mallet release. In fact, each shooter is $50 more expensive.
However, what these new models do have is the benefit of MIM technology, allowing for greater stability and a different face technology with saw grooves.
Are grooves on a milled face better or worse than TaylorMade’s Pure Roll insert? No, it’s not about that. The Pure Roll insert is one of the reasons why the Spider has been so successful, but some people just prefer a softer ground feel.
This gives players different options.
While a blade won’t be as forgiving as a high-MOI mallet, MIM technology helps level the playing field with more consistency through heel-to-toe weighting.
Overall, the SYSTM2 won’t be a release that jumps right off the page, but when you take a closer look, not only will they complement TaylorMade’s lineup, but they could also serve as a stepping stone for future releases.
Price, Specifications and Availability
TaylorMade’s new SYSTM2 putters are available to order March 26 and will arrive at retail locations at the same time.
Each shooter will cost $249.99.
The stock specifications are as follows:
Attic:
Blades (Soto, Juno, Del Monte): 3.5°
Mallets (Bandon, Ardmore): 3.0°
lie: 70° (all models)
Lengths: 34″, 35″
Hose options:
L Neck (Hanging with Fingers, Varies by Model 31°–43°)
Single-turn (face balanced, hammer only)
*All but Bandon 12 and Ardmore 12 are available in both left and right hand drives.
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