When TaylorMade announces a new putter line, most golfers immediately think of the Spider, and why wouldn’t they? The Spider has a remarkable history, both in terms of sales and its success on major tours worldwide. It has played a significant role in seeing multiple golfers achieve that top spot in the world golf rankings, guys like Jason Day, Dustin Johnson, John Rahm, Rory McIlroy, and Scottie Scheffler.
With as much success as the Spider has achieved, it’s still not everyone’s cup of tea. Some golfers balk at the shape, the insert, or the price tag. With that golfer in mind, TaylorMade is introducing the new SYSTM2 putter line, aimed at those who may be leery of Spiders.
A Traditional Look with Modern Stability and Feel
The goal of the SYSTM2 putters is to create a family of putters that feature clean lines and a more traditional appearance, while also providing high stability and a soft feel. To achieve this, TaylorMade chose 304 stainless steel, a material known for its softer feel. According to the company, this also provides better distance control and feedback.
The use of 304 stainless steel allows for tighter machining tolerances, ensuring that each SYSTM2 putter meets the same high-quality standards as the others. To enhance stability, TaylorMade engineers employed MIM (metal injection molding) technology to precisely position weight in the head where it is most beneficial for the golfer. As a result, every SYSTM2 putter has weight distributed towards the heel and toe sections to produce more consistent results even when the strike is off-center.
TaylorMade SYSTM2 Precision-Milled Face
We’ve seen TaylorMade keep a selection of traditional-looking putters in their lineup alongside the Spider model. However, most of these traditional putters still feature the Pure Roll insert.
Instead, these putters feature a precision-milled, fly-cut face. After milling, grooves are optimally cut into the face using a saw cutter. These grooves enhance the sound, feel, and roll that golfers appreciate in a milled putter.
With its industrial design, the SYSTM2 putter combines a milled face, grooves, and Torx screws that connect the face to the body. From a face-on perspective, it looks like a blend of the TaylorMade TP Reserve putters and the Spider X Tour Proto.
Two-Tone Finish for Alignment and Durability
Every SYSTM2 putter features a two-tone finish that serves multiple purposes. For the front, TaylorMade has gone with a satin scratch silver that visually contrasts with the black PVD finish found on the rear. That satin scratch silver section has been treated with a hydro-blast finish to help maintain its premium look for a longer period of time.
With a clear separation of front and back sections, this not only helps give a pleasing aesthetic but also assists golfers in properly aligning their putter to the ball and could even help create a more consistent stroke.
We’ve had so many conversations over the years about how much proper alignment matters in achieving success, and TaylorMade believes that this combination of satin scratch silver and PVD black is one method to help unlock proper alignment.
TaylorMade SYSTM2 Hosel Options
Before we delve into the specific head designs that will be part of the new SYSTM2 family, let’s discuss the available hosel options. Given its position in the lineup, not every neck configuration will be present, so TaylorMade is focusing on two popular choices that will appeal to a wide range of golfers.
The first option is the L-Neck, more commonly known as the plumber’s neck, which is featured on all SYSTM2 putter models. The L-Neck hosel is ideal for golfers with an arcing stroke who prefer a putter with toe-hang.
Golfers who adopt a straight back, straight through stroke and wish to minimize face rotation should consider the single-bend hosel, which is exclusively available on the mallet models.
On the sole of each putter is a number that corresponds to the type of hosel used on that specific head. L-Neck putters are labeled 12, while the single-bend versions are labeled 72. If you look back at TaylorMade’s history of putters, you’ll see those two numbers have been used frequently in past releases.
“SYSTM2 represents our commitment to delivering putters that perform at the highest level while showcasing the craftsmanship and precision that define TaylorMade’s world-class performance equipment. By crafting each head from soft 304 stainless steel with precision milled faces and our signature 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-body Del Monte, or wants a traditional mid-mallet, SYSTM2 ensures that golfers can find the perfect putter to match their stroke.”
– Andrew Oldknow, Director of Product Creation, Putters.
TaylorMade SYSTM2 Models
Overall, there are five distinct head designs available, three blade and two mallet options. As noted earlier, all blade models feature the L-Neck design, while the two mallets offer the choice of L-Neck or single-bend hosels.
Blades
- Soto: Classic profile with rounded bumpers
- Juno: More squared-off, angular appearance
- Del Monte: Wide-body with deeper CG and higher MOI
Mallets
- Bandon: “Fanged” design for stability and alignment confidence
- Ardmore: Updated shape with an extended flange and curved bumpers
Pricing and Availability
TaylorMade’s SYSTM2 putters are now available for order for $249.99.
All models can be ordered for both right-handed and left-handed golfers, with the exception that the single-bend models of the Bandon and Ardmore are currently available only for right-handed players.
More information on the new SYSTM2 putters can be found at taylormadegolf.com.
