You can assume that most brands of golf clubs offer a standard warranty against manufacturer’s defects. While each offers some form of coverage, it’s not as standardized as you might think. Definitely worth confirming before making a club purchase.
Golf Club Warranty Comparisons
We took a small sample of golf club guarantees and found that they range in length.
| Brand | Duration of the manufacturer’s warranty |
| TaylorMade | 2 years |
| Titleist | 1 year |
| COBRA | 1 year from date of purchase, 2 years from date of manufacturer issue |
| Callaway | 2 years |
| PING | “as needed” basis. |
| Tour Edge | Life expectancy |
TaylorMade
TaylorMade warrants its golf clubs to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the original date of purchase (assuming you purchased from an authorized retailer).
While the warranty does not cover paint scratches, normal wear and tear or cosmetic defects, it will provide a refund or replace it with a comparable product if Taylor Made think your golf club has a manufacturing defect.
The main caveat to the TaylorMade golf club warranty (and what is likely standard practice among most brands) is that it only applies to the original owner. So when you buy a lightly used set from 2nd Swing or your friend, the manufacturer’s warranty does not transfer.
Taylormade also allows “conventional” modifications, meaning updates such as re-filling or re-upholstering (as long as the modification did not cause the actual damage you are claiming).
Titleist
Titleist (owned by Acushnet) also offers a warranty on its golf clubs, but unlike TaylorMade, the manufacturer’s warranty is valid for one year. If you believe your club has a manufacturing defect, Titleist will either replace it with a comparable product or refund the purchase.
While the warranty language doesn’t mention whether or not it transfers to a new owner, it most likely won’t. The best way with a Owners Club you are taking it to an authorized dealer and have them assist you in initiating a return authorization.
COBRA
COBRA offers slightly more nuanced language with its guarantee about length of time. You only have one year from the date of purchase or two years from the manufacturer’s release date.
Callaway
If you own any Callaway Golf Clubs and suspect a manufacturer defect, you will have two years to work with an authorized dealer or distributor to request a repair or replacement.
PING
What stands out PING Clubs is how vague the warranty language reads. PING states “their policies protect your purchase from defects and are evaluated as necessary.” Perhaps this is a sign of their exceptional customer service, where they work with every possible return on an individual basis.
If you have questions about the product, you will need to contact PING before initiating any refund or replacement request.
Tour Edge
While most of these golf club warranties read the same, there is one notable feature: Tour Edge. of Tour Edge Clubs include a lifetime warranty, otherwise unheard of in the golf club industry.
While ltime guarantee it is quite impressive, it has a great condition. Any adjustments made to the club, including re-holstering, changing the loft and/or lie, re-carving the score lines, or cleaning the clubs with abrasive cleaners, will void the warranty.
In other words, make sure any modifications you make are valid if you think you might need to take advantage of the warranty at some point.
conclusion
When it comes to golf club warranties, the best advice is to read the warranty details at the time of purchase so you don’t face any surprises if you’re faced with a repair or replacement.
No matter which brand you go with, be sure to keep proof of purchase. Not all brands require you to have this, but some do, so best practice is to rely on proof of purchase for as long as you own your clubs.
