Golf is one of the most expensive sports in the world, so it’s no wonder that many golfers are wracking their brains for ways to save money - in particular, ways to save money on their golf balls. As an alternative to scouring the edges of local golf courses and parks, many amateur golfers have fallen into the worst trap of all: buying refurbished golf balls.
In this blog, we will explore the world of refurbished golf balls and explain why, even in a pinch, you shouldn’t use them.
What Are Refurbished Golf Balls?
Refurbished golf balls, sometimes called ‘refinished’ balls, may look brand new to the untrained eye, but looks can be deceiving! These balls are usually very low-quality ‘found’ golf balls that are then chemically stripped of their outer layer and any exterior scratches. The stripped golf ball is then repainted with a glossy finish, restamped with the desired brand and model before being resold.
Why You Shouldn’t Buy Refurbished
The issue with buying refurbished balls is not only that they could be waterlogged or a decade old, but that you have no idea what brand and model ball you are actually buying. The refurbished Titleist Pro V1 you think you’re buying could easily be a ten pence golf ball, repainted and restamped to look legitimate.
In addition to this, the extra layers of paint added during the refinishing process adds extra size and weight to the ball, which can have a negative impact on your performance.
Are Recycled Balls Any Better?
Recycled balls are golf balls found on the golf course and resold in the condition that they were found. Usually these balls are only cleaned with soapy water and a towel, other than that, they have not been altered by anything other than nature. What you see is what you get!
Recycled golf balls can be a good budget-friendly option for an amateur golfer as the difference between play with a fresh ball and a recycled ball is usually negligible. However, the quality of the balls you receive is still very much dependent on how reputable the seller is you are buying from. If you’re not careful, you could be receiving a refurbished ball without even realising!
Real Golf Balls
With real golf balls sold from a reputable seller (like us at gimmeballs!), the only issue you may have is the price. Luckily, here at gimmeballs we have great deals on professional quality golf balls so you can get premium products without having to pay premium prices.
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