Unlike driving off the tee or hitting into greens when they have to consider the wind, club selection and much more, on the greens, like Carnoustie’s 18th (above), all the pros have to worry about is line and speed. The latter relies on getting the ball rolling quickly and smoothly, which is helped by the faces on modern putters. The Scotty Cameron Select Newport 2 for example, has a milled face inlay that creates a smooth roll on the greens. Behind it, vibration dampening material connects the face inlay to the putter’s body for improved sound and feel, while preserving the feedback needed to aid precise distance control. | 
