The Ryder Cup
Banned Wilsonian Deep Grove Mashie Niblic
Deep-grooved clubs gained in popularity throughout the early 1900's when
player's noticed improved play as a result of the groves. This was halted in
1921 and 1924 when the Royal & Ancient and the USGA, respectively, banned deep
groove faces. Presented here is an exceptional deep groove iron, which is very
deeply grooved and was certainly deemed illegal by the acts of golf's governing
bodies. Collectors have long taken a liking to banned, or illegal, clubs, and
this club is certainly a fine example. It's condition is remarkable. All
clubhead stamps are perfectly legible, and the club appears to contain its
original grip.