Shortly after Tom Morris moved to Prestwick, Scotland, in 1851, John Gray joined with Morris to become a founding member of the Prestwick Golf Club and the Prestwick Mechanics Club.  The creation of these two golf organizations prompted Gray, the local Blacksmith, to include cleekmaking into his business.  Gray made a name for himself.  The irons he forged were revered.

Made by John Gray, this circa 1880 lofter is stamped "Gray" on the back of the head.  The "J." or "Jn" usually found before his last name is not there, worn away from the traditional cleaning with emory paper.

The 37 1/2 haft and sheepskin grip are original.

The head is a solid example of Gray's work.  The blade is long, the face is well dished, and the hosel is normal for its age. A hand-made club by one of the most historic cleekmakers of the 19th century, this iron will work well in a collection of long nose or other clubs from the same period..