In 2015, Wilson Golf set out to offer golfers putters which included modern shapes, but at a price point which can be called nothing other than aggressively affordable. After initial success there was a refresh and expansion in 2018 as well as a new headshape in 2021. This, of course, means the Infinite Putter lineup was due to have some new life breathed into it.
So, that is exactly what Wilson Golf has done, with nine models available, with more attention to detail, all at the same affordable price. We were also able to get a few of the new putters in hand ahead of release to give an even more complete rundown.
Quick Take
The Infinite putter lineup from Wilson Golf is finally growing up. With more attention to the little things than ever, like a higher quality finish, combined with an expansive headshape list, these will check a lot of boxes at their $129.99 price point. The matte finish doesn’t mark easily like past releases, and the “Activation Parallel Alignment Lines” combined with grip-based counterweighting makes for business like putters which may not dominate in any one area, but they do a lot of everything very well.
2024 Wilson Infinite Putters
The main story from Wilson Golf when it comes to the Infinite Putter lineup is in “inspiring golfers to unlock their true putting potential by delivering truer strikes and a more consistent stroke”. Sure, that may read a bit broad and simple, but that is very honestly a good step in the correct direction for Wilson Golf as a whole as they seem to be establishing set goals and parameters for this release.
It would have been easy for the brand to just continue to put the ultra-affordable putters in stores and gotten by, instead we now have a re-vamp and renewed commitment to a story behind them. As mentioned above, there are nine different models in the 2024 Infinite lineup, and the shapes run the entire gamut of popular options. From Anser style to Double-Wide blades all the way to Seven and Spider-esque mallets, they have tried to check all the boxes. Not to mention, there are crank hosel, slant neck, center shaft, and double-bends available.
The naming of the putter shapes is, of course, sticking to Wilson Golf’s history by naming each after different Chicago landmarks and neighborhoods. Those include the Windy City, Michigan Ave, Grant Park, West Loop, The L, South Side, The Bean, Bucktown, and Buckingham. They also use a PVD Anti-Glare finish and the “Activation Parallel Alignment Lines” (thicker middle line with thinner outer lines on each side of it). According to Wilson Golf:
“The new Infinite range serves the needs of golfers who struggle with alignment,” comments Bob Thurman, Global General Manager of Golf and Vice President of Research & Development at Wilson. “We are confident that players will be drawn to the new look and feel, with multiple options to cater to varying preferences in putter shape and hosel style.”
We received The Bean, Bucktown, and Windy City for a closer look.
2024 Wilson Infinite Putters On Course Performance
The first thing that jumped out to me when I unboxed the putters was the drastic improvement in finish quality from the previous versions that I had written about in the past. That was a major criticism of mine when it came to the initial release, Wilson Golf hit the affordable price, but in my opinion, it was at the cost of quality. I can say without hesitation that isn’t the case anymore. While you won’t confuse the finish of the 2024 Infinite putters with a premium putter release, it is now a look that also won’t leave you feeling like it’s a bargain putter.
The two tone PVD finish combined with the simplistic paint fill and white alignment lines is a good look, and whether it was the blade (Windy City) or the mallets (Bucktown and The Bean) they achieved their goal of confidence at setup. Things aren’t overly busy, and this time around they nailed the fact that you can create a clean look that doesn’t appear lacking.
As far as the roll goes, they are cast putter heads with double-milled faces. As such, what you get is a more solid and sharp feedback at impact. They are not what I would call “soft” in their sound/feel, but the aggressive milling removes enough surface area to bring it into a place that also isn’t going to be off-putting to those not wanting to break the bank.
I enjoyed messing around with each of the putters on relatively fast greens, but the biggest surprise for me was in the stock grip. Wilson calls it a mid-size grip, but in my book, it is definitely an oversize shape which uses an under core and perforated outer layer with no taper. The feel is fine, but it is the 104g wright which counterbalances the putter heads which stood out. This is something that a lot of golfers can benefit from, as natural counterbalancing combined with the alignment designs here bring a lot of stability to the table.
The Details
All the different 2024 Infinite Putter shapes will be available starting today both through Wilson Golf directly as well as retailers nationwide. The putters are offered in 34” or 35” lengths with the Windy City, Bucktown, South Side, and Buckingham offered for the lefties as well. You may have noticed in the pictures that The Bean was a different color, that is because it was one of four shapes offered in a women’s model that comes at 33”.
While they won’t be the flashiest putter at the dance, I do feel like Wilson Golf has found some clear direction this time with Infinite, and at $129.99 it is sure to remain in the conversation for a great deal of golfers out there.
For more information, check out their website when they drop today at www.wilsongolf.com.
Reading and looking through I was worried as the finish and grip didn’t look great but once you remember the price you can look at it in a different light as the price being sub 150 is its biggest attraction to golfers. Face milling looks good for that price point, the paint and alignments just look off for some reason. Curious to roll a few to get an idea for feel as if it feels really good at that price it could be a huge upside for the series.
That price puts this in a great spot. The Bean is a super solid putter.
129 throw a new grip on if it’s the same as the previous model(didn’t like them) for 20 to 30 bucks and for around 150 you have a solid putter.
The question: How does it compare to the Cleveland putters in this price range? Direct competition?
Not too bad. Reminds me a lot of the similarly priced TE line I reviewed last year.
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Not too bad. Reminds me a lot of the similarly priced TE line I reviewed last year.
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Fairly similar to the Cleveland line too in this price range.
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The question: How does it compare to the Cleveland putters in this price range? Direct competition?
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I’m not sure Cleveland is in this price range any more.
Thanks for the write up [USER=1579]@Jman[/USER]
The price point jumps out to me, but I feel like the current reputation with Wilson will keep them from getting traction with this release. The putters don’t look “premium” to me and the aesthetics don’t jump out at me and makes me think I need to at least roll these in the store.
Always been one of the best values in putters.
The price point is solid, and like the look of the blade model the most.
The Bean… I’m only so mature here, you guys
My course ordered some Wilson Infinite putters last fall and sold through them pretty quickly. Was not surprising at that price point for this area.
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The price point is solid, and like the look of the blade model the most.
The Bean… I’m only so mature here, you guys
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I don’t love the three stripes alignment but I do love that these exist in the market.
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 12226911, member: 1193″]
I’m not sure Cleveland is in this price range any more.
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HB soft is $149 on the website not marked down.
The Bucktown at 129 looks interesting. For the cost continence buyer this wil be a sold option.
Pricepoint is good for someone looking in that range. It doesn’t appeal to my eye really though. Great writeup [USER=1579]@Jman[/USER]
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HB soft is $149 on the website not marked down.
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If I had to choose between the two, it HB all the way based on looks alone.
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HB soft is $149 on the website not marked down.
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I must be missing something. I thought they were in the 199 range?
Tough for me to put Wilson in hand to feel it. at least 50 miles away before I find clubs to handle.
Wilson is continuing to put out quality affordable equipment.
Anyone buying these is getting the best you can find at the price point, and they will not hold back the skill or confidence you have.
This is no knock on Wilson. Cleveland and Cobra putters are a few dollars more and for those few dollars you get marginally better IMHO
[QUOTE=”Hawk, post: 12226988, member: 1193″]
I must be missing something. I thought they were in the 199 range?
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I was randomly shopping for the cheapest quality mallet to practice with before committing $350 to 400 the other day. It’s 149. Be interesting to roll them against this Wilson lineup.
Wow, a definite improvement in overall looks!
Would I change anything? Just not a fan of it saying Wilson on the back of the putter, but thats just me. Love the inclusion of the shield!
Appreciate the write up. You’re spot on that the price is “aggressively affordable.” It’s a great entry point into the putter collection affliction. Haha
Give me all the Shield logo and give me zero “Wilson” badging on golf equipment. For whatever reason I just hate the use of both. The shield is really well done in these putters
The Price Point is in a really nice spot!
I am not a huge fan of the looks, but the milling looks solid and again for the price I think they can sell some of these.
Great offering at this price point. This just made me have a trip down memory road when I spent 129 on a Ping Wack-E like 20 years ago and had to argue with myself as to whether I could afford that expensive of a putter.
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Reading and looking through I was worried as the finish and grip didn’t look great but once you remember the price you can look at it in a different light as the price being sub 150 is its biggest attraction to golfers. Face milling looks good for that price point, the paint and alignments just look off for some reason. Curious to roll a few to get an idea for feel as if it feels really good at that price it could be a huge upside for the series.
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agree with this. It just looks odd, the paint and alignment.
[QUOTE=”mikeg_74, post: 12226916, member: 15992″]
Thanks for the write up [USER=1579]@Jman[/USER]
The price point jumps out to me, but I feel like the current reputation with Wilson will keep them from getting traction with this release. The putters don’t look “premium” to me and the aesthetics don’t jump out at me and makes me think I need to at least roll these in the store.
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They will get traction. Every single version of the Infinite lines has done well for them, and this is theist well done version yet.
[QUOTE=”Nappy, post: 12227028, member: 2407″]
agree with this. It just looks odd, the paint and alignment.
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I’m probably the most demanding when it comes to putter finishes here and I stand by what I said in the review, these are really well done. It’s a 129.00 price point, not 299 or 399.
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HB soft is $149 on the website not marked down.
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And anywhere else golfers would freak out about saving 20.00.
[QUOTE=”Jman, post: 12227038, member: 1579″]
I’m probably the most demanding when it comes to putter finishes here and I stand by what I said in the review, these are really well done. It’s a 129.00 price point, not 299 or 399.
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It’s a fair point. Even though I’m trying not to, I’m sure I’m still comparing these to something more high end. I really want to like Wilson stuff, just haven’t for awhile. I bet these would be great for players just getting into the game.
[QUOTE=”Nappy, post: 12227052, member: 2407″]
It’s a fair point. Even though I’m trying not to, I’m sure I’m still comparing these to something more high end. I really want to like Wilson stuff, just haven’t for awhile. I bet these would be great for players just getting into the game.
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I was hyper critical of the Infinite release the first time around, the finish was horrendous and marked quickly, this doesn’t do that. It’s a simple and clean PVD that keeps things affordable. Is it a Toulon finish? Of course not, but it hits its marks and does it well as the most affordable option out there. Plus, they’re offering shapes that at this price point are a little unheard of.
They’re not perfect, I’m not saying that, but like the HB SOFT2 putters, they can’t be compared with high end putters, that’s not their lane, nor are they trying to make it their lane.
Nice write up [USER=1579]@Jman[/USER]
[QUOTE=”Just_Brad, post: 12227010, member: 9473″]
Wow, a definite improvement in overall looks!
Would I change anything? Just not a fan of it saying Wilson on the back of the putter, but thats just me. Love the inclusion of the shield!
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It looks like maybe only the Woman’s versions have the “Wilson” logo in white.
The other line (Men’s?) have the Wilson Blacked out:
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Pretty nice looking offerings from Wilson!! PS what you up at 4 AM for?? JB bugging you again? 😉
[QUOTE=”WICHITAREJECT, post: 12227107, member: 46010″]
Pretty nice looking offerings from Wilson!! PS what you up at 4 AM for?? JB bugging you again? 😉
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Reviews and articles are scheduled to go up, but I was already up writing on another review. ??
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If I had to choose between the two, it HB all the way based on looks alone.
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I reviewed both of them, and it’s a lot closer than that for me.
They both do what they do extremely well. Advantage in shapes goes to Wilson by far imo, Cleveland’s win is in their SOFT milling.
Both excellent putter lines for the 129-149 realm.
[QUOTE=”Iceman!, post: 12227088, member: 32688″]
Nice write up [USER=1579]@Jman[/USER]
It looks like maybe only the Woman’s versions have the “Wilson” logo in white.
The other line (Men’s?) have the Wilson Blacked out:
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Black it all out, and I could get on board with that!
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Black it all out, and I could get on board with that!
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Black nail polish would work great with that!! I use it on my clubs (when I,m not wearing it) :ROFLMAO:
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Black nail polish would work great with that!! I use it on my clubs (when I,m not wearing it) :ROFLMAO:
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I’ve played the Bucktown for three years and love it.I putt well with it. I am glad the focus is on quality even at the lower price point items. I wasn’t thinking about making a change but might pick up a Buckingham. The family took our Christmas card picture at The Bean. I think they will do well in ladies too.
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It’s a fair point. Even though I’m trying not to, I’m sure I’m still comparing these to something more high end. I really want to like Wilson stuff, just haven’t for awhile. I bet these would be great for players just getting into the game.
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I have played for 45 years. I played a Bettinardi and tried a Scotty prior to the Bucktown. I putt great with it. Lots of great choices out there at a variety of prices.
Solid offering, just wish some of the sight lines were dialed down a touch, there is a lot going on with those. But, I typically prefer less than more when it comes to that.
At that price point they look pretty good to me.
$129 is wild to me.
Great price point and don’t mind the look of the bucktown, would like only one line vs. three.
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The Bucktown at 129 looks interesting. For the cost continence buyer this wil be a sold option.
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My feelings exactly. I’m not 100% sure I’d go here vs the Cleveland HB Soft line which I freakin’ love, but given how well the Infinite Southside has worked for me when the HB 10 is in time out, I’d grab a Bucktown without hesitation.
Great price point for these putters. I also like the grip and finishing changes showing that they are listening and trying to improve. Would love to see how these feel.
There website throws me off though. You would think there would be a direct link to the new line of putters just released today. Instead there is a link to the staff model only. If you scroll down to the categories, putter isnt mentioned. You have to scroll further down, filter by putter and then skip over the staff model and clearanced out models from last year in order to see the new putters. There is also no mention of one being the ’23 model and the other being the ’24. Just weird choices.
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Great price point for these putters. I also like the grip and finishing changes showing that they are listening and trying to improve. Would love to see how these feel.
There website throws me off though. You would think there would be a direct link to the new line of putters just released today. Instead there is a link to the staff model only. If you scroll down to the categories, putter isnt mentioned. You have to scroll further down, filter by putter and then skip over the staff model and clearanced out models from last year in order to see the new putters. There is also no mention of one being the ’23 model and the other being the ’24. Just weird choices.
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The website is ROUGH.
[QUOTE=”Jman, post: 12227653, member: 1579″]
The website is ROUGH.
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Yeah, I didn’t want to say anything until some else did however the website has literally no information about the putters.
I know we are on “Lunatic Fringe” here however how about a Toe Hang degree and Loft/Lie info.
You want to play with the leaders in the industry, then act like them.
[QUOTE=”Iceman!, post: 12227699, member: 32688″]
Yeah, I didn’t want to say anything until some else did however the website has literally no information about the putters.
I know we are on “Lunatic Fringe” here however how about a Toe Hang degree and Loft/Lie info.
You want to play with the leaders in the industry, then act like them.
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Should have stated that there is no “Technical Information” on the putters.