Limited edition putter releases always make for a good time, but when they are dropping from Scotty Cameron, they tend to hit a little differently.
Today, it is the Phantom lineup’s turn to step-up and step-out. Not only are we getting four different head shapes in the Tour Black PVD, but each and every model showcases Tour driven alterations to the standard versions.
Scotty Cameron Phantom Black Putters
When the Cameron crew says that a release is “Tour Inspired”, rest assured they absolutely mean it. Four different head shapes are present, but each one is showcasing modifications which have been requested on putters for their Tour staff. Ranging from shapes, alignments, shaft configurations, modern head weights, and even the mean chain link face milling, the Phantom Black special release is destined to turn heads.
“With last year’s B3 Triple Black Design LTD putters, we re-introduced to dedicated golfers our Tour Black finish on some very desirable blades. This time, we focused on the mallets, notably the Phantom models we most commonly modify for tour players. With the Phantom Black 5.5, 7, 9.2R and 11 mallets, we have created four new models that incorporate specific feedback from the pros related to alignment, overall shape, neck configuration and, of course, the Tour Black finish.”
– Scotty Cameron
The black finish is actually a PVD application onto the 303 stainless steel putter heads which reduces glare and visually looks mean in the best way. Additionally, any 6061 aircraft grade aluminum sole plates and components showcase a misted anodized black, so the entire design blends seamlessly.
“With the Phantom Black putters, we’ve created new models based on the prototype Phantom designs we developed for tour players. For example, the double bend shaft used on the Phantom Black 7 was crafted specifically for a player looking to emulate the way a plumbing neck provides alignment. Many players have ordered the Phantom 5.5 and Phantom 11 in our Tour Black finish with different alignment configurations. And the Phantom Black 9.2R is a completely new model with a custom plumbing neck and rounded contours. Each Phantom Black putter is a response to a tour player request. From the Tour Black finish to new sight line configurations and neck designs, we’re excited to offer these tour-inspired models to dedicated golfers looking for a tour-like mallet putter.”
– Austie Rollinson – Senior Director of Putter R&D
As mentioned, each putter also features the Scotty Cameron “Chain-Link milling”. This actually reduces the surface area coming into contact with the ball, which if you have read our Education Zone piece on putter milling here, then you will know it creates a softer/lower sound at impact.
Each model has a unique look, and traits specific just to that head shape:
Phantom Black 5.5
This is Scotty Cameron’s mid-mallet “wing back” head shape. It features a slant neck and custom single topline and dual flange alignment setup. This particular head will be offered in RH and LH.
Phantom Black 7
As the number gives away, this is the Scotty Cameron take on the most popular fanged mallet design of all time. Not only does this version feature a single topline and dual flange alignment, but the double bend shaft was designed with a Tour player to mimic a plumber neck style visual setup.
Phantom Black 9.2R
One of the absolute most unique mallet shapes we have seen yet in the Cameron catalog, the 9.2R not only has a custom short single topline but also much more rounded overall features. The head also uses an “009-inspired” plumbing neck that is shorter and placed more to the heel side of the putter.
Phantom Black 11
Driven by its multi-material design elements, the 11 is a perimeter weighted shape which is a bit longer heel to toe and operates with a high MOI. This not only has a mid-bend shaft setup, but also a unique elongated parallel site-line.
The Details
The Phantom Black putters will be available worldwide starting 7/25/25. Each putter will come paired with a urethane coated Matador grip as well as special release headcover which showcase the Chain-Link Milling pattern. Pricing on the four putters will come in at $725.
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