McIntyre - The “Park” 12 replica golf ball Gift Box (Wrapped Balls)
McIntyre - The “Park” 12 replica golf ball Gift Box (Wrapped Balls)
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The “Park” gutta percha
(LINE CUT GUTTA PERCHA hardened sap of the Malaysian sapodilla tree)ball traces its history to 1848 when a St. Andrews student, Robert Paterson, melted discarded gutta from his worn shoe bottoms and rolled it into a golf ball. Willie Park, Sr. won the first Open Championship in 1860. Willie Jr. would win in 1887 and 1889 and become an international golf club maker and course architect.
We make this fully playable ball from imported synthetic gutta percha. The gutta is warmed to a soft putty like consistency, then compressed in 1890's style line cut molds and allowed to cool. It is then trimmed and hand painted 6 times. Finally, 4 coats of polyacrylic are applied for durability. This process takes 4 to 6 weeks.
The Park gutta percha ball is approved for these pre-1900 golf events ( National Hickory Championship and Foxburg Hickory Championship).
At the NHC, the PARK ball and the English 'Oakhurst' balls are approved for use in the Open division.
Specifications
1.70 in
24.5 dwt
c. 1850 -1905
Customer Concerns
Customer Concerns
Q:How is The "Park" 12 replica golf ball manufactured?
A:The "Park" 12 replica golf ball is made from imported synthetic gutta percha, which is warmed to a putty-like consistency, then compressed in 1890s style line-cut molds and allowed to cool. The balls are then meticulously trimmed and hand-painted six times before being coated with four layers of polyacrylic for enhanced durability. This labor-intensive process takes 4 to 6 weeks, ensuring each ball meets high standards of quality.
Q:Are The "Park" 12 replica golf balls suitable for competitive play?
A:Yes, The "Park" 12 replica golf balls are approved for pre-1900 golf events such as the National Hickory Championship and the Foxburg Hickory Championship. They are also permitted in the Open division at the NHC alongside English 'Oakhurst' balls, making them ideal for players participating in historical golf events.
Q:Why choose The "Park" 12 replica golf ball for historical golf events?
A:Choosing The "Park" 12 replica golf ball for historical events offers golfers a chance to experience the game as it was played in the 19th century, with authentic equipment that replicates the original playing conditions. This adds a layer of historical authenticity and challenge to the competition.
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Q: when will I receive the products?
A: The “Park” 12 replica golf ball may take up to 2-4 working days to arrive.
Our ladies team got these together with a voucher as a retirement gift for our local golf pro. he seems absolutely delighted with them and is currently waiting for the club he ordered so he can hit a few hickory balls the traditional way!