It really is interesting how time changes perceptions. At one point, if you were to mention putters, Wilson Staff would have been at the top of the list not just for perception, but overall number of clubs in play as well. With one of the most iconic designs (8802) of all time, it’s no wonder that they garnered such success and made such an impact.
Fast forward to 2022 and the discussion isn’t quite the same. While the Wilson Staff Infinite lineup did have some very good success among THP’ers and was extremely competitive in price point, there was still something missing. A sensation of the company trying to show off their Chicago Roots with the naming conventions, but at the same time almost hoping it would stick. Well, today Wilson hopes to correct course on that, while seeking to dig in among a competitive putter segment by going all in on premium materials, refined designs, and a timeless, albeit understated, look aimed at standing out on merit rather than flash.
This is the Wilson Staff Model Collection of putters.

Wilson Staff Model Collection
Jumping right into this release and what has been revealed about them, it is very nice to see Wilson embracing both the standard brand name, as well as bolstering the Wilson Staff moniker at the same time. In recent years, there has been a bit of muddling in their message, but the Staff Model line at initial outset looks to remedy that a fair amount.
This release will consist of four different models which upon closer inspection is quite possibly the most complete and well-rounded shape lineup we have seen from Wilson in putters, well, ever. However, before we dive into each of those it is important to mention that while many manufacturers have and continue to use 303 Stainless Steel in their designs, Wilson is utilizing 304 Stainless here with the sole purpose of offering softer feedback through impact to impart a more “premium” sensation for the user. Also, the putters are entirely milled to ensure precise specifications, a departure from what we saw in the Infinite putters. Each Staff Model, aside from one, utilizes precision sole weights in the heel and toes.

First off, putter connoisseurs and historians rejoice, because the 8802 is back and based on the initial release pictures, it really looks like Wilson stayed out of their own way and let one of the greatest shapes of all time show out. This is of course a full toe-hang putter with a half-shaft offset over-hosel neck design that is all about flow, both in shape as well as the stroke.

Next, a must have for any company wanting to be taken seriously in milled putters, what the Staff Model Collection is calling the BL22, a Tour Proven Blade. It is an Anser/Newport shape which features soft lines and flowing balance in a plumber’s neck with full shaft offset and a medium toe hang.

The MT22 represents the mid-mallet option in the Staff Model Collection. Utilizing a slant-neck over-hosel design, it gives the clean rounded flange appearance which has remained as relevant today as it ever has been. This is a ¾ offset look at setup and provides medium toe-hang for golfers.

Finally, the biggest surprise of this release, no pun intended, the TM22. This is the fully milled full-mallet design, if it looks as clean in-hand as it does in the release images from Wilson, then it could certainly turn some heads. Clearly based upon another legendary putter shape, this fanged mallet which Wilson is calling “twin-tailed” is a higher MOI design with a ¾ offset over-hosel slant neck setup. Because of the shape and its placement of weight, it aims to be a more moderate, but not face-balanced, toe-hang option.

The Details
As you can see, Wilson has potentially snuck up and dropped a very interesting release on the golf world. While it will be interesting to hear everyone’s feedback on the much cleaner and more subtle looks of the new Staff Model Collection, it will be the in-hand looks which tell the tale on what this lineup could be at its $349.99 price point. We here at THP should be getting them in soon to help answer those very questions. The 8802 will weigh a true to history 325g with the other three models being adjustable from 340g to 380g, however it is not clear as of yet if the weight kit is included or not.
What do you think? Is Wilson on the right path with the Staff Model Collection? Is the messaging clear? Jump in and let us know your thoughts either on the THP Community or in the comments below!
This is a 2023 release, but they will hit some stores on November 1st and for those that cannot wait and want to pre-order, that will be available in early October from Wilson.
[QUOTE=”JW Smoove, post: 12334096, member: 63219″]
James that’s great news. Outside of one visiting their site, or this one, where does one go to see the improvement? I no longer get magazines and don’t surf other sites, at least not often.
Where are you seeing it? Heck, even the store where I was AI Fit, had nothing on the shelves.
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Ok i get it.
[QUOTE=”JW Smoove, post: 12334588, member: 63219″]
Ok i get it.
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Not really anything to get, there are things that aren’t mine to share ?
That said, at [USER=3249]@blugold[/USER] noted, the presence on social media has increased, and it’s done so in a notable and higher quality messaging as well as visuals manner. Something the brand hadn’t been able to do until the last couple months.
That’s what i was looking at. Social media and more searching. ?
I still wish they a physical presence (at least in my area). After the fitting, where the test set up felt good, it made me want to see/touch more stuff.
I hope they are on the path forward, out of the golf wilderness.
Shelf space is earned and it’s made harder when the shop can easily sell more of the big 3 or 4 with few unhappy customers. One of the local stores I used to find Wilson in has decided to step away from the brand. Probably the wrong year to make that decision but if you haven’t moved it in the past perhaps you’re at the end of your rope.
The shop I did the Fit AI at for the Dynapower Forged irons is one of the largest Wilson retailers in the country.
They had Model putters there..
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I bought one and it’s beautiful.
That’s funny. I was at another of Wilson’s best accounts in Burlington NC and checked out the same putter. It is beautiful. I played their Bucktown but this is a totally different quality of product
[QUOTE=”annsguy, post: 12345519, member: 19928″]
That’s funny. I was at another of Wilson’s best accounts in Burlington NC and checked out the same putter. It is beautiful. I played their Bucktown but this is a totally different quality of product
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It’s a striking putter
How are you all liking the T22? And, are any heavier weights available? I play a very heavy headed putter, and can’t find any locally to demo.
[QUOTE=”annsguy, post: 12345519, member: 19928″]
That’s funny. I was at another of Wilson’s best accounts in Burlington NC and checked out the same putter. It is beautiful. I played their Bucktown but this is a totally different quality of product
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The quality is astronomically different for sure hahaha
[QUOTE=”JW Smoove, post: 12345886, member: 63219″]
How are you all liking the T22? And, are any heavier weights available? I play a very heavy headed putter, and can’t find any locally to demo.
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I think it strokes beautifully weighted and perfect for me. I do not know if heavier weights are available
The Model TM22 has kicked the Jailbird out of the bag. Resounding.
[QUOTE=”blugold, post: 12344842, member: 3249″]
The shop I did the Fit AI at for the Dynapower Forged irons is one of the largest Wilson retailers in the country.
They had Model putters there..
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I bought one and it’s beautiful.
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They did a really good job on this shape.
I am still rolling an 8802. Why? Because I like whips and chains apparently…
[QUOTE=”Templet0n, post: 12384558, member: 53139″]
I am still rolling an 8802. Why? Because I like whips and chains apparently…
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It’s just a beautiful putter. Feels like a like hell in my hands, but looks perfect.
If it weren’t $350, I would buy one.
[QUOTE=”blugold, post: 12384606, member: 3249″]
It’s just a beautiful putter. Feels like a like hell in my hands, but looks perfect.
If it weren’t $350, I would buy one.
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I love the feel. But she is a fickle bitch… lol
[QUOTE=”Templet0n, post: 12384614, member: 53139″]
I love the feel. But she is a fickle b*tch… lol
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Every time I try one, that swinging barn door feel is crazy
[QUOTE=”blugold, post: 12345913, member: 3249″]
I think it strokes beautifully weighted and perfect for me. I do not know if heavier weights are available
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Glad to hear you are liking the putter. Definitely sharp looking, so glad to hear the performance is there too. I haven’t seen one in person in ages, but then I haven’t looked much. Gonna have to pay more attention when I’m out and see if I can find one.
[QUOTE=”checkered, post: 12384892, member: 5710″]
Glad to hear you are liking the putter. Definitely sharp looking, so glad to hear the performance is there too. I haven’t seen one in person in ages, but then I haven’t looked much. Gonna have to pay more attention when I’m out and see if I can find one.
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They blend in with a shelf fully of shiny milled putters. It’s a shame because they’re amazing.
[QUOTE=”blugold, post: 12384897, member: 3249″]
They blend in with a shelf fully of shiny milled putters. It’s a shame because they’re amazing.
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No doubt. and with how things have been, I admit I haven’t even looked for their stuff, so I’m sure there have been some and I just didn’t even notice.
Bucktown’s appropriate for my diminishing skills.I’d go hahaha, but the truth hurts.
I’m interested in hearing others thoughts on having the Wilson staff 8802 cut down from 35", how much It would affect angle etc? I much prefer 34" putters, but I am going to test the Wilson Staff putters later this week and see the one I am wanting to like is 35". I am not currently in love with the M5 mallet type I picked up, I have always used a blade type putter and really do like the feel of the handful of cheap blade putters I have acquired over the years but I am looking at upgrading to a once in a lifetime buy putter in the next few weeks, I am also going to test others when I am there but I am heavily wanting a Wilson, I like the brand and am leaning that way……..hard.
[QUOTE=”The Bogeyman….., post: 12424859, member: 80308″]
I’m interested in hearing others thoughts on having the Wilson staff 8802 cut down from 35″, how much It would affect angle etc? I much prefer 34″ putters, but I am going to test the Wilson Staff putters later this week and see the one I am wanting to like is 35″. I am not currently in love with the M5 mallet type I picked up, I have always used a blade type putter and really do like the feel of the handful of cheap blade putters I have acquired over the years but I am looking at upgrading to a once in a lifetime buy putter in the next few weeks, I am also going to test others when I am there but I am heavily wanting a Wilson, I like the brand and am leaning that way……..hard.
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you won’t have angle issues
Staff Model TM22 continues to be everything every other fanged putter hasn’t been for me. I love this thing.
[QUOTE=”blugold, post: 12431805, member: 3249″]
Staff Model TM22 continues to be everything every other fanged putter hasn’t been for me. I love this thing.
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I hope to have similar success, but I’m at the mercy of FedEx.
[QUOTE=”JW Smoove, post: 12431905, member: 63219″]
I hope to have similar success, but I’m at the mercy of FedEx.
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It arrived. It looks to be close to new – not new, but very close. I chose this one (of what was available) due to the heavy head (mine has the 20 gm weights). It also has the superstroke 3.0 – somewhat large for me – but I will try it for at least 18 holes. It has a space for a back weight in the grip – but nothing in there (just grip tape). Any idea how one might remove this grip with air – probably not doable – I hate destroying new grips. Such is life.
Rolled about 20 – 30 putts, deadly from 7 ft on the perfect putt mat, and pretty darn good from beyond that – up to 13 ft. Took me about 4 putts (longer than 6 ft) to get a better feel. Maybe this one will be around for a while! The 7s style is the only mallet I can look at and not get nauseated. ????
As I (and of course many others have said) these are well made – wish the price new was a bit less, more might consider it, but that aside, well made nice looking and while very early, nice working putter.
I want one, I resisted and ordered two others to mess around with but, I will end up with one, I may just wait for a sale on it and order it then. It is such a beautiful looking piece of equipment, feels great, and It is a Wilson, so I am sold. Enjoy the new putter!! If I can locate a barely used one, that would be a bonus, I don’t personally golf with anybody that uses a putter over $200 dollars, and most use Odyssey putters(older used) but the BL22 was the nicest putter I have messed with.
I didn’t understand why they used such a slim grip or at least gave you some options. Seems everyone uses a thicker grip. I love the grip on my Bucktown but realize it’s counter balanced. Otherwise, these things are artwork
[QUOTE=”annsguy, post: 12434991, member: 19928″]
I didn’t understand why they used such a slim grip or at least gave you some options. Seems everyone uses a thicker grip. I love the grip on my Bucktown but realize it’s counter balanced. Otherwise, these things are artwork
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It’s a normal putter grip. Superstroke grips are offered as customer options.
[QUOTE=”blugold, post: 12435037, member: 3249″]
It’s a normal putter grip. Superstroke grips are offered as customer options.
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Should have said, feels slim to me.
Had the TM22 out for it’s maiden voyage, things I have learned – I think I can putt with many different styles of putter. I do better with milled/solid putters – and it took the last 2+ years of golf to validate this. I do better with heavier versus lighter (customary weights), I am beginning to really like or appreciate maybe? fatter putter grips.
Yesterday – 3 putt first green from about 40ft. lipped out the 2nd putt.
One more 3 putt on the back nine – not sure which hole – but I recall it was again a long starting distance.
About 5 or 6 1 putts – now I am often around the green so one putts are not a rarity – but you still need to sink the 3-6 footers, and I did. Longest putt made about 10 ft.
After the first hole (and except for the other long putt), was always in tap in to 3 ft range after the first putt (if it did not go in).
Taking it out for the foreseeable future – but will most likely change grips sooner than later – still a fatter grip but with some taper.
Every time I see these putters, I like them more and more.
Im heading down later next week to play with the BL22 and hopefully bring it home this time, I want the BL22 and the Cleveland Fieldline Elite 1.0 to complete the collection for the season. I hope to have both within a few weeks.
JW Smoove’s TM 22 Putter Review – if I missed anything, feel free to ask.
First off, what the heck does TM stand for – on a putter that looks like an Odyssey 7S, and when TM is almost automatically thought of as TaylorMade. It stands for Tech Mallet. Phew, now that out of the way. Here’s the Bottom Line Up Front:
It’s a well-made putter, competing in the premium putter market from a company that has not been known until the last year or maybe 18 months to be competing. It is well made, feels good, looks good and ultimately, for me at least, works, and works very, very well. Three rounds in averaging approximately 31 putts a round. This from a guy that used to have a solid 3-6 three putts per round and fewer than 3 one putts. The head may be slightly more compact than the others – I can’t recall or compare easily so here’s a couple photos – I found that ball when playing with 2 THPers in Charleston – it was so unique, had to keep it.
The TM22 is a milled putter from a solid block of steel, 304 stainless, the internet tells me. The internet further tells me that 304 stainless is an alloy of iron, carbon, chromium and nickel (in case you were wondering). To give you an idea of the popularity or commonality of 304, putters from Ping, Cobra, and TaylorMade, among others use it. Thinking aloud (so to speak) I wonder if the casual golfer could tell the difference between 303 (used by several additional OEMs) and 304. Like many of the Fang/7/Phantom 7.5 putters, there are 3 alignment aids one along the inner edge of each fang and one small centered behind the sweet spot. Oddly for me, I never see the 2 longer alignment aids when I set up. The TM22 comes standard with a deep etched grip or a variety of Super Stroke options for an additional fee. The shaft is a KBS Tour. The head can be adjusted at time of purchase from 340 to 380 gms depending on the buyer’s choice of interchangeable weights. I play mine at 35”, 370 grams, and with a Golf Pride Reverse Taper flat medium size grip. Can’t not show the Flying Tiger headcover a homage to my father a WWII Flying Tiger himself.
Over the years I have played three different Fang style putters, this one works for me. The others, perhaps it was the timing, perhaps it was just not a good setup, did not give me the confidence to make the clutch 3-5 footer or lag to 2-3 feet from 30 feet away. The TM22 gives me that confidence and my tracked scores and practice on the Perfect Practice seem to prove that confidence.
The TM22 Putter, ordered direct from Wilson or a number of companies can be had for $350 and will include a lot of customization from length, weight, grip, and loft. Savvy shoppers can find it close to new condition albeit with potential length, weight and/or grip limitations, for less, sometimes much less (used).
If you have wanted to try a fang style putter but were waiting for the moment to do so, or if you’ve tried others unsuccessfully I would urge you to consider this one.
[QUOTE=”JW Smoove, post: 12468966, member: 63219″]
JW Smoove’s TM 22 Putter Review – if I missed anything, feel free to ask.
First off, what the heck does TM stand for – on a putter that looks like an Odyssey 7S, and when TM is almost automatically thought of as TaylorMade. It stands for Tech Mallet. Phew, now that out of the way. Here’s the Bottom Line Up Front:
It’s a well-made putter, competing in the premium putter market from a company that has not been known until the last year or maybe 18 months to be competing. It is well made, feels good, looks good and ultimately, for me at least, works, and works very, very well. Three rounds in averaging approximately 31 putts a round. This from a guy that used to have a solid 3-6 three putts per round and fewer than 3 one putts. The head may be slightly more compact than the others – I can’t recall or compare easily so here’s a couple photos – I found that ball when playing with 2 THPers in Charleston – it was so unique, had to keep it.
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The TM22 is a milled putter from a solid block of steel, 304 stainless, the internet tells me. The internet further tells me that 304 stainless is an alloy of iron, carbon, chromium and nickel (in case you were wondering). To give you an idea of the popularity or commonality of 304, putters from Ping, Cobra, and TaylorMade, among others use it. Thinking aloud (so to speak) I wonder if the casual golfer could tell the difference between 303 (used by several additional OEMs) and 304. Like many of the Fang/7/Phantom 7.5 putters, there are 3 alignment aids one along the inner edge of each fang and one small centered behind the sweet spot. Oddly for me, I never see the 2 longer alignment aids when I set up. The TM22 comes standard with a deep etched grip or a variety of Super Stroke options for an additional fee. The shaft is a KBS Tour. The head can be adjusted at time of purchase from 340 to 380 gms depending on the buyer’s choice of interchangeable weights. I play mine at 35”, 370 grams, and with a Golf Pride Reverse Taper flat medium size grip. Can’t not show the Flying Tiger headcover a homage to my father a WWII Flying Tiger himself.
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Over the years I have played three different Fang style putters, this one works for me. The others, perhaps it was the timing, perhaps it was just not a good setup, did not give me the confidence to make the clutch 3-5 footer or lag to 2-3 feet from 30 feet away. The TM22 gives me that confidence and my tracked scores and practice on the Perfect Practice seem to prove that confidence.
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The TM22 Putter, ordered direct from Wilson or a number of companies can be had for $350 and will include a lot of customization from length, weight, grip, and loft. Savvy shoppers can find it close to new condition albeit with potential length, weight and/or grip limitations, for less, sometimes much less (used).
If you have wanted to try a fang style putter but were waiting for the moment to do so, or if you’ve tried others unsuccessfully I would urge you to consider this one.
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Looks great!- What putter did this replace for you?
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Looks great!- What putter did this replace for you?
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I had a machine wide flange VERY HEAVY long neck. And in between this and that an OMOI 1 which i also like. But this one is so good for those lag putts.
Question out of left field. Does anyone know if other OEM weights that can be purchased on line fit the Wilson putters?
Thanks!
[QUOTE=”JW Smoove, post: 12546594, member: 63219″]
Question out of left field. Does anyone know if other OEM weights that can be purchased on line fit the Wilson putters?
Thanks!
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I’ve been looking into similar. I emailed Wilson about heavier weights for my BL22 and they told me there was nothing they could do even after I told them that the chains around here in Canada don’t carry replacements.
[QUOTE=”CoupleQuads, post: 12549511, member: 59335″]
I’ve been looking into similar. I emailed Wilson about heavier weights for my BL22 and they told me there was nothing they could do even after I told them that the chains around here in Canada don’t carry replacements.
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I received basically the same answer, they did suggest that I visit some local chains – PGA Superstore to see if they had any weights or any weights from other brands that may fit. I may contact Club Champion and see if they have or can get weights.
[QUOTE=”JW Smoove, post: 12555647, member: 63219″]
I received basically the same answer, they did suggest that I visit some local chains – PGA Superstore to see if they had any weights or any weights from other brands that may fit. I may contact Club Champion and see if they have or can get weights.
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You might have to rely on some lead tape.
I actually plan to remove the 20s that are in there, and if there is still room I may melt wheel weights and fill up that space with that. The one thing I do not want to do is add lead tape to this beauty. I did the wheel weight thing once before with a scotty cameron X5 (or whatever it was called).
I’m only thinking maybe 10 more grams.
Damn I’m sorry I missed that. Very well written.