Robert Forgan became a giant among clubmakers during the second half of the 18th century. He learned his craft while working as an apprentice to Hugh Philp. In 1856, upon Philp's death, Forgan took over Philp's clubmaking business and prospered into the 20th century. 

When this circa 1875 play club was made, Robert Forgan was the clubmaker to His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, hence the POW plume stamp directly underneath the "R. Forgan" stamp on the top of the head. Forgan was an oustanding clubmaker, as this club testifies.

The head is 5" long,  1 3/4" wide, and 1 1/16" in face depth, with great lines and proportions. This club has a slightly hooked face and appears unused. What appears to be "Change lead" handwritten on the sole is still clearly visible (the lead on the back of the head has been hollowed out). The original finish and makers stamp are strong and the face is clean. The 44 1/2" shaft is original, as is the sheepskin grip. Yet another high-grade club!

For more on Forgan and his prominent role in the history of golf, see TCA2 v1 p70-74.