groove cleaning/sharpening gadgets... and a jacket!

[slugger]

I think i could do with giving my clubs a thorough clean and whilst i'm at it i'm going to try and freshen up the grooves on my short irons, especially the wedges.

All my irons are Mizuno (MX900 and MP-T wedges)... does this make any difference to what tool i get?

Can anyone recommend such a tool?

While we're at it... anyone got any recommendations for a golfing soft shell jacket that has long sleeves for tall people like me?

Any help much appreciated.

 

[freddielong]

To me those tools are illegal in that they alter the properties of the grooves I would just use one of the wire brush cleaners

 

[USER1999]

This debate has been run numerous times, with the overall view being they will make your clubs non conforming. Bet off cleaning with a brush and some water.

 

[Chrimbo]

I would soak your clubs in some nice soapy water, then give them a good scrub and clean the grooves using a tooth-pick.

 

[madandra]

Debenhams do a range of golfing jackets for tall blokes.

Re the grooves, I use a wee wire brush and use 'Wonder Wheels' alloy wheel cleaner to bring the irons back to life.

 

[slugger]

ah... hadn't thought of that. i thought that any tool would be manufactured just to replenish your clubs, rather than alter.

 

[madandra]

I would soak your clubs in some nice soapy water, then give them a good scrub and clean the grooves using a tooth-pick.

Woooooooooohhh there Chrimbo. Soapy liquid (for the dishes) will slowly rot the glue that keeps the shaft and head attached.


I have been told to use car shampoo.

 

[Robobum]

A toothbrush and some warm water is all you need for your grooves Slugger.

Just make sure it's an old one, or the wife's.

 

[walesandproud]

I have heard many people on here and other websites stating that these tools will make the clubs non-conforming. As a toolmaker I do not believe that they would take any measurable amount of metal off the grooves, but will take out the burrs that have closed up the groove over time. This would merely return the club to nearer its original condition and IMHO would not make them illegal

 

[Region3]

Woooooooooohhh there Chrimbo. Soapy liquid (for the dishes) will slowly rot the glue that keeps the shaft and head attached.

I second that.
I've been told it's because normal washing up liquid has salt in it. Also bad for washing cars.

 

[Chrimbo]

Woooooooooohhh there Chrimbo. Soapy liquid (for the dishes) will slowly rot the glue that keeps the shaft and head attached.

I have been told to use car shampoo.

Apologies, I meant car shampoo - Halfords finest

 

[TonyN]

Just jab ya tee into the grooves and scrape the mud out!

 

[drawboy]

I have heard many people on here and other websites stating that these tools will make the clubs non-conforming. As a toolmaker I do not believe that they would take any measurable amount of metal off the grooves, but will take out the burrs that have closed up the groove over time. This would merely return the club to nearer its original condition and IMHO would not make them illegal

Seconded.

 

[Pip]

I use warm water and a small nail brush, irons woods and putter if required.

 

[rgs]

An old toothbrush with warm water after every game and the clubs look as good as new.