Infamous Philp-Forgan Longnose Putter

         The existence of Philp-Forgan clubs was not widely known until the 1978 publication of the groundbreaking golf book, Golf in the Making. And even then, these clubs were believed to be produced jointly by famed clubmaker Hugh Philp and his nephew (and eventual successor) Robert Forgan. As explained by famed collector Jeffrey Ellis, however, this is not true:

"A few putters stamped both Forgan and Philp are known. In the past, these clubs were believed to signify the         result of a business relationship during Philp's lifetime. This is not correct. These clubs were made by Robert Forgan & Son years after Philp's death, out of respect for the inheritance of Philp's business and the continued popularity of Philp's clubs, especially his putters."

        In fact, Philp-Forgan putters were produced in limited quantities in the 1890's - the exact reason and recipients are unknown.

        What we do know, as stated by the foremost authority on 19th century golf clubs, The Clubmakers Art, is that only a few Philp-Forgan clubs are known to exist. The club presented here is one of the rare putters produced in the 1890's by Robert Forgan that is in the style of his uncle, Hugh Philp. The club famously bears the stamp of both Forgan and Hugh Philp.

        This particular club has become the stuff of legend, but presented here is the rare opportunity to obtain one of the rarely-seen Philp-Forgan longnose clubs.

        This darkly-stained putter is certainly difficult to photograph well enough to do it justice, but make no mistake about it, this golf club is in exceptional condition.