Cobra Golf took a step that no other major OEM had yet to do back in the fall when they released a full-on 3D printed putter. The Cobra King SuperSport-35 putter had such a unique tech story behind it, which made it stand out against practically every putter that could be found in today’s marketplace. There was so much excitement around this putter and how it was crafted that it left golf fans asking one common question: When is Cobra Golf going to expand this lineup and enter the putter arena? That answer is now. With much excitement, today is the day that Cobra Golf takes that next step and releases not just one putter lineup, but two with their new KING 3D Printed Series and KING Vintage putters.
“We’re extremely excited to launch our new family of 3D printed putters, continuing our partnership with HP, utilizing their Metal Jet Technology to innovate and transform the way golf equipment is manufactured through the use of 3D printing, an extremely effective process in the design and development of our new putter line,” said Jose Miraflor, VP Marketing & Product Architecture, Cobra Golf. “We are extremely excited for golfers to try our new 3D printed putters, while each is unique, they all deliver advanced stability, forgiveness, and roll performance that will make putting easier for golfers of all levels.”
King 3D Printed putters are very eye-popping with a style that is very “techie.” Their looks are not deceiving because there is a lot of technology found in these models. These putters are the fruits of the labor that comes from a multi-year collaboration between Cobra and HP. Making a shift from the Metal Jet 3D Printing that was heavily touted for the SuperSport-35, the focus was pushed to Multi-Jet(Nylon) printing. Cobra engineers can save an incredible amount of weight by creating these intricate nylon cartridges throughout this line. With weight savings from non-traditional locations, discretionary weight can be positioned in areas that allow all 3D Printed Putters to feature extremely high MOI properties. Pairing with the nylon lattices, all of the putters inside this series will feature a multi-material construction that consists of a steel chassis, forged aluminum crown, tungsten weights, and a SIK Face Insert.
SIK Golf makes milled putters that offer Descending Loft Technology. You may recognize the name from the success that Bryson DeChambeau has had with his putter. For both the 3D Printed and Vintage Putters, Cobra partnered with SIK to create an aluminum insert that takes advantage of their DST, not only in weight savings but how these inserts affect the roll of the ball. One of the big stories for both of these putter lines is consistent launch angles, and that is where this insert comes into play. How DST works is the insert is sectioned off horizontally in quarters. The top portion of the putter has 4° of loft, which descends by 1 degree in each section so that the bottom has only 1 degree of loft. Players all have different putter strokes, some with a descending blow (higher contact) and others with an ascending blow (lower touch). When hitting down on the ball with the putter, more loft is needed to get the ball out of its slight depression and rolling quickly. Those who have an ascending strike come into the ball with added loft, therefore taking advantage of the part of the insert that has the lowest amount of loft found on the insert. With the help of this SIK insert, golfers will obtain more consistency in both launch and distance control.
Within the KING 3D Putter family are three main head styles, the GrandSport-35, SuperNova, and Agera. These general shapes won’t come off as anything unseen before, but with the new multi-material aspect to them, they boast higher MOI properties than their main competitors. The GrandSport-35 is the most traditional blade offering of the group, with SuperNova and Agera join the highly competitive mallet market. For those interested in an arm lock putter, the Agera and Grandsport-35 will be available with a 41″ shaft length. Due to that stroke type that comes with an arm lock stroke, the SIK insert had to carry more loft. Therefore, instead of the top section starting at 4° of loft, it will have 7° and descends to 4° at the very bottom.
KING 3D Printed Models and Specs
Price for all KING 3D Printed Putters is $349
When it comes to the Vintage Putters, the build is much more traditional with both its shapes and materials. While there is no 3D printing utilized within these models, we do get a more mainstream look that will cater to those who find the KING 3D Printed models too extreme. Along with the classic shapes comes simple alignment lines and an adjustable weighting system. As mentioned earlier, these putters also have the SIK aluminum insert. Therefore, even if you choose to pass on the 3D models, you are still looking at a putter that still offers consistent launch characteristics.
Cobra’s Vintage putters offer four different shapes, with two neck options for all but the Torino. Before introducing each model, note that the number after each name signifies how much toe hang is present. The Vintage Sport-45 model is Cobra’s take on perhaps the most iconic putter shape of all-time, a plumbers neck anser, which also comes in a Sport-60 model with a slant neck. Torino presents a classic rounded mallet shape, while the Nova models carry a popular fang design. For the final model, the Stingray will suit the golfer looking for the most forgiving member of the Vintage line.
KING Vintage Models and Specs
Price for all KING Vintage Series putters is $249
Both families of the Cobra King Putters will feature a custom Lamkin SinkFit Straight grip, which plays more like a midsize putter grip. Fans of Cobra will undoubtedly recognize that Cobra Connect comes as a stock option for these putters, meaning you can track your putting statistics just as easily as you can with every other club in the Cobra arsenal. Putter shafts have become a more significant part of the conversation in recent years. Cobra has decided to go with a KBS CT Tour Stepless Steel shaft for all of their models, therefore committing to high-end components throughout the entire package.
Cobra Golf has decided that now is the right time to push their innovations to the putter market, and just like many of their offerings, there is one heck of a tech story to be told. These putters should quickly grab some attention between the inclusion of 3D printed parts, a SIK putter insert, and boosted MOI designs. The entire line of putters is available for pre-order today and will hit retail stores on June 4, 2021.
I thought that distance control might be an issue, but it has been very good. I am really smitten.
Also, the massive headcover is a train wreck – just saying.
It was funny because all the Dads were there trying out all the other putters and no one was paying attention to the Cobras tucked away in the corner – if only they knew…
As for the Vintage series…I think these fit the bill perfectly and at an amazing price. IF I had to guess I’d say these will end up being more popular than the 3D series especially at their price point which is pretty perfect to hit several demographics. I thought these felt more solid than the 3D line and the black is well done. The Sport (blade) model looks good much like any other Anser style putter. Of these I really like the Nova and the Stingray, they just suit my eye. I think these may end up being the most popular of that bunch and it was brought to my attention by Team Paradise member @tucsoncacti that you might be able to pick up a ball with the Stingray so I put it to the test….??
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I would agree with just about all of this. I’m still torn if I would prefer the Agera over the Supernova – I’m having a harder time enjoying the Supernova’s looks but it’s also really hard for me to argue with the results.
The results are really pretty great. As long as I come within the neighborhood of doing my job, I’ve found the Supernova to be pretty much point and shoot. I may put my Sik back in play at some point, but gonna hold onto this one for a good while. Very pleased with it.
Interesting. You think its the sensor in the grip? I’ve always had good success with the screw in sensor but I hated it being on there
It could be the sensor or maybe it’s just missing the stroke due to the combination of the Sik face and my Z-Stars not being loud enough. It seems to miss mostly the short putts.
???? I told you!! It works perfect. I know this sounds crazy, I was sold sight unseen on the stingray but in the back of my head I was like "damn this may wear on my back a bit" (I’m all about back health and golf) I was soo stoked to see this was functional, and I honestly want to say it was intentional.
…but it’s left handed ?
This looks way better in person than I thought it would. It is really nice. I may have some order envy LOL! @Turtlerancher it also scoops balls off the turf really well.
You think I didn’t already know that?? ??
I think GG has them to ship based on what I saw on their website yesterday.
I hear you – when I rolled the Agera indoors, even on a semi-artificial putting surface, I was struggling to make longer putts. For me I think it was the size/shape – just couldn’t get lined up properly or figure out distance control.
Actually, even for the Supernova, I find distance control to be challenging because I’m not 100% used to the feel or roll – for me it almost always takes way less effort then I think to get the ball close to the hole.
Speed control for me is pretty good with it. I feel like for me I struggle a bit to line it up on longer putts. Maybe I’ll see if I can pry the Nova from my dad’s bag for next week’s league night. But coming from this one, that just feels super light to me.
I think I thought the center bar would work well as an alignment aid but something just feels a little off looking down at it it terms of lining up my putts.
I’m not sure about the Nova putter but the Supernova feels pretty close to the Agera in terms of weight for me, which maybe makes sense because both of them are the 3D printed models.
That would be frustrating, why do you think that is?
First round with the Grandsport was not great because it took several holes to get used to the weight versus my HB #1 (345 grams). I like the weight of the head because I feel like my current putter isn’t stable enough on shorter putts, but I need to get used to the difference. I ended up hitting several putts too far past the hole and had touchy putts coming back. I had 19 putts on my first 9 and 15 on the second. Normal for me is around 15 per side depending on how many greens I hit (or miss).
I was most interested in the SIK face. I’ve wanted to try a SIK putter, but I wasn’t interested in paying what they want for one. I know it will take more rounds to see if the SIK face makes a difference in scoring, but the first round didn’t result in any obvious advantage over my HB or other putters. I think it is something that would help maybe 1x a round, but would benefit over time when looking at averages. I watched the TXG video on the tech when it hit YouTube, so I know the tech works. I’m just not sure it will actually amount to a scoring difference on the course. Though, better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.
I’ve never used Arccos, as I keep track of stats manually and don’t want to deal with an app while playing golf. But I’ll give it a go since a sensor came with the putter. I’m not sure how much of a pain it will be to add in shots or what it will take to use just the putter sensor.
I was concerned about the putter grip because it looked big in photos and I didn’t dig into the specs to see the size, but it isn’t overly large. Although it’s a different shape, it’s not much bigger than my SS Flatso 1.0 on my HB.
I definitely would not pay $350 for the putter. There is zero about the 3D printing that justifies the cost to me. I don’t see any benefit in the KBS CT Putter shaft either, though I doubt there is much cost difference due to the shaft.
If I were to buy one of Cobra’s new putters I’d lean toward the vintage line because you get the SIK face at $100 less. I like the weight options in that line too, though they are overpriced to me as well. The Vintage with SIK face and weights would have been perfect at a price point under $200.
i am not a tech person what so ever and the Arccos is super simple. Pretty cool putting data as well
The sik face is super intriguing.
I preordered it and am still waiting. When I called CS to check on it he said 7/16 before it was back in stock.
FIFY ?
Accurate
More to come after league tonight
Even though I went with the Supernova as opposed to the Grandsport, I agree with all of this. I really think they absolutely nailed these putters – I had my best putting performance in pretty much ever during yesterday’s round and it wasn’t even close. For me at least, I really believe this putter is making a difference in my putting and my score.
That being said, I am starting to really not like the headcover – the velcro looks and feels cheap, and overall I am just not very impressed. If anyone uses a different mallet cover that works and feels like sharing, I’d love to hear about it!
I’m very bummed about the velcro too. Seems like such an easy choice to get right. Can’t wait to get the SuperNova in my hands.
Right? I mean, just look at Odyssey – I may not exactly love their color choices at times, but I feel their headcovers are actually pretty good overall.
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This got me, too. I unloaded 2 putters I never got along well with for more than I paid for them, in exchange for a Supernova.
That’s a beautiful sight! Enjoy it!
Ha yup, got 160 for a putter I paid 120 for. Bad news, league got rained out tonight. Made a solid 3 foot knee knocker for par on the first hole though before rain came in. So I’d say a solid first outing.
This face is clickier than any putter I’ve ever owned. I don’t know what to think about that, so far.
I really liked it in the 6-15 ft range. That has been a yippy problem recently.
I like the grip a lot more than I expected, too. Good size and feel, much better than the stock oversize grip on a Stroke Lab.
That is great to hear. I know the stats say I shouldn’t make a ton of putts in this range, but it feels for awhile now I haven’t made anything in this range. I can’t wait to get it in hand.
ETA correction on putter weight.
245. Wow. Never heard of a putter under 340g.
all putter used to be.