This is a circa 1870s putter by F&A Carrick of Musselburgh. This is a rare early metal putter by Carrick from a time when most golfers were still using wooden long nose putters. But this is a great example of what other options were out there for golfers even in the 1870s. Deep block letter "F&A Carrick, Musselburgh" stamp with the "X" trademark (the Carricks were the first clubmaker to attach a trademark stamp to their clubs). This putter contains a thick 4" hosel. Very good condition.