I recently purchased a DF3. It’s the real deal. I have always putted horribly. It’s easy to swing correctly and get face on path properly and the roll on the ball is pure. Update, just won my division in the Sr. League tourney, shot an 82 with two strokes for a net 80. And that was with a stupid 8 on a par 5 (not a putting issue). I have so much confidence with this putter! Golf is fun again.
I’ve had a lab putter for about a year now without any training, I wish they’d made this a year ago! It explains why I’ve been struggling with it, especially when he talks about this part with the thumbs off the putter and taking a stroke with it, mine has the large grip, Which explains why there’s very little thumb part sure involved with the putting stroke. I had noticed when my thumbs were on the club and I might squeeze it. It was causing some definite problems with my line and my aim. Also, in the set up, I did finally figure out that having ball near the front of my foot made the stroke better with flat contact against the ball.
Eric, because of your previous video with Sam, it got me thinking about the L.A.B. putters. A few more RUclips videos about their products, and I ended up purchasing a MEZZ 1 Max. I am still waiting to receive it. I really appreciate the questions that you asked Sam on how to use the putter correctly (ball forward, shaft tip slightly ahead of center, keep the shaft on plane, etc.). It's as if I received a user manual for my new putter. I am so excited for my putter to arrive and can't wait to put it in my bag. Thank you for another excellent video.
@@MPHshoots I really like the L.A.B. putter. Playing the ball forward in my stance and keeping the shaft on-plane is excellent advice. I took the putter to the practice green and worked on my pace (ball speed) before taking it out onto the course. It takes a little practice to dial-in the speed, but the L.A.B. putter works as advertised. I find that my misses are tap-in pars and I have made several long putts from >10 feet. Yes, it's expensive, but it is new technology and I'm a believer and happy customer.
Hey guys, I got the DF3, standard length. Putting has always been problematic for me with standard putters. If I don't concentrate really carefully, the face twists sending me offline. It took me a couple of rounds, but yesterday I had a 27 putt round (on freshly aerated greens!), which is exceptional for me. I was sinking numerous putts that I probably would have missed before and my long lag putts were leaving me within a couple feet from the hole. So count me as a believer. The DF3 is transforming my game!
Off the rack not custom lie angle and all that right? I’m only pulling the trigger on the $450 , I refuse to pay 700+ for a custom and I’ve heard the remote fitting is not accurate
@@mattp1914 yes, mine was straight from the floor at Golf Galaxy where I could spend time making sure it felt right. Now that I've played a bunch of rounds with it, I like it even more. I recently tweaked my stroke with it and started sinking a lot of long putts. Very satisfying!
Is the standard version fine? I just don’t want to pay 300 extra bucks for a fitting and nearly everything I have seen has said the remote fitting is way off. It should still balance better than any traditional putter right?
19 handicap here...and not the best putter. Just bought a stock DF3 yesterday (34/35 length and 69 lie angle). Immediately played a round with it (in the rain) and only had one 3-putt. 32 putts total - lowest number of putts I've ever had in a round. Looking forward to practicing with it and playing in some nice weather!
Went to a local golf shop a while back and played around with a DF3 to see what the hype was about. These putters are no gimmick, they're the real deal. Just bought one yesterday.
Just realized I was lining mine up wrong 😂 thanks to this video I now know to put the shaft tip in the center of my stance, not the grip! Genius. Thanks!
Is the standard version fine? I just don’t want to pay 300 extra bucks for a fitting and nearly everything I have seen has said the remote fitting is way off. It should still balance better than any traditional putter right?
@@mattp1914 it is the design of the head and weighting system that keeps the face from twisting not the shaft. Does a higher market shaft make a difference in feel? Yes, the stock shaft is fine. Does an upgraded shaft equate to making more putts? I have no idea since I have never compared them personally because I don’t have the stock shaft. I did see an article about the TPT shaft vs their previous shaft, and some claimed they were able to “make a tighter dispersion” around the hole with the expensive shaft over the stock shaft. Was that the shaft or some psychological benefit? The thing is, the guys I play against don’t let me make multiple attempts to sink a putt so it doesn’t matter if one circle is slightly better than the other. Just that you get it close enough to make the next one if the first one doesn’t go in.
@ thank you! I’m wondering more about the lie angle. Do I really need to worry about that being custom or is the standard 69° likely going to be fine…with practice of course
@@mattp1914 That makes a huge difference. Besides, it’s free and simply to get custom fit. You simply setup to the ball with your existing putter in front of a door frame and make a stroke and email it to them through their on line fitting. The will communicate with you and tell you what you need, or even fix a flaw and have you do it again. Then see if your local store has one to fit you in stock, or even the used market. But proper set up and stroke are key and having a putter to fit you, instead of you trying to fit your putter.
The standard off the shelf comes with a 69 degree lie angle in 34 or 35” lengths. I measured 71 degrees. A mere mortal amateur will not notice a 2 deg. Difference in lie angle. I purchased the 69 deg. And am loving it. Best putter ever. I highly recommend the online fitting they have a video to help you. You want the putter to fit you, not you try and fit the putter. I was fit by a fitter locally who had the LAB lie angle fitting club.
I learned about LAB about 2 months ago, and the next day played with a new guy in our group who had one. Started watching him and he couldn't get the putter to lay flat, he had the toe up routinely. He putts poorly and I finally acknowledge the putter and try to tell him what I see and understand. He tells me that he bought it off of eBay with no fitting. I try again to explain it, and he's not open to the feedback. He has like 40 putts in the round, LMAO. The lesson, get fitted the tech is unreal. My next putter, someday.
Is the standard version fine? I just don’t want to pay 300 extra bucks for a fitting and nearly everything I have seen has said the remote fitting is way off. It should still balance better than any traditional putter right? For the Df3
Hey Matt! As with all clubs I would always suggest a fitting IF YOU CAN.....to me that goes for ANY KIND of club....putter, driver, irons, wedges, etc. Can you get them without getting fit and them help....definitely!
Mostly this is a really good putting lesson. Every golf club is toe down and we manage to get them back to square, The thumbs off idea is similar to Tiger’s one hand drill. It teaches you a perfectly balanced position which brings the putter back to square at impact. Works with an 8802 putter and anything else.
Yeah I think you'll see more and more I've seen 4-5 with the long putter mezz with guys like Adam Scott, Lucas Glover, Will Z, etc..... I saw Phil Mickelson with DF3 at masters....Wesley Bryan just got 2nd with link. Charles Howell 3 with link....I think you'll see more and more...I've seen about 10 or so players out on PGA/LIV with them that I've noticed which is awesome!
Was trying out at the PGA Super Store yesterday, was making everything. Had to put it down and walk away before the $450 jumped out of my wallet, I still have putting nightmares now. Not a pretty picture.
Left eye dominant would be beneficial obviously. Centre shaft putter is the key. Right eye dominant people might not like the setup as it’s not natural for them. Left eye dominant right handed players are a huge minority but most pros are. I feel lucky to be one. Link might be better for the majority? You should never test putters with the same putt over and over. Whatever works but there is more to putting than this. The great equalizer gives you one shot each hole, then maybe a tough 4 foot come backer. Lol
explain that to me i'm left eye dominant but right handed . . . how does this putter work better for that? I enjoy shooting and when my shooting instructor explained how to use eye dominance for shotgun and pistol it was absolute night and day performance.
I use a long putter. Would you suggest a DF3 or DF 2.1 model???? Or... should I consider the length putter like Lucas Glover? Not quite as long shaft - maybe closer to the ball with the hands. Comments???????
Yeah thats a great question.....I think they are all good :) Personally I am splitting time between the long putter with mezz and the normal length with the DF 2.1. I like the DF3 as well but for me personally the Df 2.1 is my gamer! Try getting a fitting and see which you like best!
Idk how anybody could answer your question without more information than “I use a long putter.” Like, how long? And why? And how tall are you? And what does your posture look like over the ball? LAB does free remote fittings. Take a video and send it to them and see what they say. It’ll be better than whatever nonsense you might get in response to your question here.
I will send in the videos. I use 2 long putters of different lengths. So... the stroke will be different with each one. Just wondered on the shorter Lucas Glover version. - different feel, maybe more over the ball, etc. - just general comments was what I was looking for. They will help me dial it in. @@evandh1989
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@@CogornoGolf thx for the response! I tried the DF 2.1 at my local golf shop and fell in love with it. I haven’t tried the DF3 yet, but I’d like to get the latest model, and I’ve noticed some pros using the DF 3. Do you think if I liked the DF 2.1, I’ll like the DF3 as well? I’m a little hesitant to buy it online without trying, unless they’re very similar.
@@CogornoGolf well I like the look of the DF3, and noticed more RUclipsrs/pros using that model. I guess my question is, do you think they are similar enough where I would like the DF3? Would it be safe buying without trying that specific model?
Hey! No "perfect" answer here man lol......if you were my friend and said that you tried the DF 2.1 and loved it......the conversation would end there and I would get that. Hope that helps :)
I got a df3. Been using it for months now...and its not anything special. You can use any other putter just like this one... Don't squees too tight...and trust your putter can be said about any other putter. I am sorry I spent this much money on it.
Yes it’s expensive, but leading putters aren’t far off. The usual ‘tech filled’ mallet or blade not called Scotty are roughly $350. $450 really isn’t THAT far off if you’re looking to make a putter upgrade. New golf clubs in general are very pricey, but it’s not that far away from the rest of the pack.
People with really great strokes that don't make putts just cannot read a green and/or hit the correct line with correct pace. All putters are just hunks of metal at the end of a stick. I tried to connect a LAB putter to the local wifi with zero success! So where is the tech in a milled hunk of metal? Hell, there isn't even a USB port!
Thanks for the feedback! That hasn't been my experience but I'll be sure to share the feedback. IF you have any issues send me a message to eric@cogornogolf.com and we will see if we can help
Hey guys---if you want to grab a L.A.B. putter you can use code COGORNO to get 10% off at labgolf.com!
just ordered using the code . . . thanks!!!
Isn't working for me... maybe because i'm in Canada?
I recently purchased a DF3. It’s the real deal. I have always putted horribly. It’s easy to swing correctly and get face on path properly and the roll on the ball is pure. Update, just won my division in the Sr. League tourney, shot an 82 with two strokes for a net 80. And that was with a stupid 8 on a par 5 (not a putting issue). I have so much confidence with this putter! Golf is fun again.
Love to hear this, Bill!
I’ve had a lab putter for about a year now without any training, I wish they’d made this a year ago! It explains why I’ve been struggling with it, especially when he talks about this part with the thumbs off the putter and taking a stroke with it, mine has the large grip, Which explains why there’s very little thumb part sure involved with the putting stroke. I had noticed when my thumbs were on the club and I might squeeze it. It was causing some definite problems with my line and my aim. Also, in the set up, I did finally figure out that having ball near the front of my foot made the stroke better with flat contact against the ball.
Love those discoveries! Agreed---both help me as well and glad he told me that early :)
Eric, because of your previous video with Sam, it got me thinking about the L.A.B. putters. A few more RUclips videos about their products, and I ended up purchasing a MEZZ 1 Max. I am still waiting to receive it. I really appreciate the questions that you asked Sam on how to use the putter correctly (ball forward, shaft tip slightly ahead of center, keep the shaft on plane, etc.). It's as if I received a user manual for my new putter. I am so excited for my putter to arrive and can't wait to put it in my bag. Thank you for another excellent video.
Hell yeah love to hear that! Appreciate the kind words and support----hope you love yours!!
How is it?
@@MPHshoots I really like the L.A.B. putter. Playing the ball forward in my stance and keeping the shaft on-plane is excellent advice. I took the putter to the practice green and worked on my pace (ball speed) before taking it out onto the course. It takes a little practice to dial-in the speed, but the L.A.B. putter works as advertised. I find that my misses are tap-in pars and I have made several long putts from >10 feet. Yes, it's expensive, but it is new technology and I'm a believer and happy customer.
Hey guys, I got the DF3, standard length. Putting has always been problematic for me with standard putters. If I don't concentrate really carefully, the face twists sending me offline. It took me a couple of rounds, but yesterday I had a 27 putt round (on freshly aerated greens!), which is exceptional for me. I was sinking numerous putts that I probably would have missed before and my long lag putts were leaving me within a couple feet from the hole. So count me as a believer. The DF3 is transforming my game!
Love it!!
Off the rack not custom lie angle and all that right? I’m only pulling the trigger on the $450 , I refuse to pay 700+ for a custom and I’ve heard the remote fitting is not accurate
@@mattp1914 yes, mine was straight from the floor at Golf Galaxy where I could spend time making sure it felt right.
Now that I've played a bunch of rounds with it, I like it even more. I recently tweaked my stroke with it and started sinking a lot of long putts. Very satisfying!
@ thank you Ted!
Ordered my DF3 a few weeks ago. Simply cannot wait for it to show up and finally roll it!
Hell yeah!!
Man I just ordered mine a few days ago. They say expect a month of wait. Did you go get fitted in person?
Is the standard version fine? I just don’t want to pay 300 extra bucks for a fitting and nearly everything I have seen has said the remote fitting is way off. It should still balance better than any traditional putter right?
19 handicap here...and not the best putter. Just bought a stock DF3 yesterday (34/35 length and 69 lie angle). Immediately played a round with it (in the rain) and only had one 3-putt. 32 putts total - lowest number of putts I've ever had in a round. Looking forward to practicing with it and playing in some nice weather!
Hell yeah----love to hear it!!
Ok I’m ordering one next week. I refuse to pay for a custom fitted one so I feel confident ordering the stock after seeing your comment. Thank you!
Went to a local golf shop a while back and played around with a DF3 to see what the hype was about. These putters are no gimmick, they're the real deal. Just bought one yesterday.
Love to hear that!!
Shot my best round of 66 with 7 one putts with the df3. Game changer
Love it Corey!!
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Just realized I was lining mine up wrong 😂 thanks to this video I now know to put the shaft tip in the center of my stance, not the grip! Genius. Thanks!
You got it! That was huge for me too....lightbulb moment!!
I’m waiting for my DF3. Ordered my putter a week ago. So exited.
Hell yeah! You're going to love them!!
I got my DF3 last week and it is insane to use :D
Love it!!!
Gamed a DF2.1 for 14 months about 200 rounds. 27.38 putts per round. Everything Sam says about L.A.B. Putters is true.
Hell yeah! Love that Rick!
Is the standard version fine? I just don’t want to pay 300 extra bucks for a fitting and nearly everything I have seen has said the remote fitting is way off. It should still balance better than any traditional putter right?
@@mattp1914 it is the design of the head and weighting system that keeps the face from twisting not the shaft. Does a higher market shaft make a difference in feel? Yes, the stock shaft is fine. Does an upgraded shaft equate to making more putts? I have no idea since I have never compared them personally because I don’t have the stock shaft. I did see an article about the TPT shaft vs their previous shaft, and some claimed they were able to “make a tighter dispersion” around the hole with the expensive shaft over the stock shaft. Was that the shaft or some psychological benefit? The thing is, the guys I play against don’t let me make multiple attempts to sink a putt so it doesn’t matter if one circle is slightly better than the other. Just that you get it close enough to make the next one if the first one doesn’t go in.
@ thank you! I’m wondering more about the lie angle. Do I really need to worry about that being custom or is the standard 69° likely going to be fine…with practice of course
@@mattp1914 That makes a huge difference. Besides, it’s free and simply to get custom fit. You simply setup to the ball with your existing putter in front of a door frame and make a stroke and email it to them through their on line fitting. The will communicate with you and tell you what you need, or even fix a flaw and have you do it again. Then see if your local store has one to fit you in stock, or even the used market. But proper set up and stroke are key and having a putter to fit you, instead of you trying to fit your putter.
DF 2.1 in the bag since 2020. Will eventually purchase a Link model too. Hard to imagine using any other brand.
Love it! Hope you are well! You are always early on the good shit!! :)
Another top shelf video, great information. Do you have to get fitted for these putters or are they all standard?
Thank you!! You can do a fitting in person or online!! You dont HAVE to do a fitting (like any other club/company) but I'd always recommend it!
The standard off the shelf comes with a 69 degree lie angle in 34 or 35” lengths. I measured 71 degrees. A mere mortal amateur will not notice a 2 deg. Difference in lie angle. I purchased the 69 deg. And am loving it. Best putter ever. I highly recommend the online fitting they have a video to help you. You want the putter to fit you, not you try and fit the putter. I was fit by a fitter locally who had the LAB lie angle fitting club.
Keep the shaft on plain etc. Would this tech not also work for Driver and other clubs?
For sure! all clubs!
@CogornoGolf I don't think so. Imagine a driver with it's shaft into the middle of the head😊
I just bought the DF3 practiced twice playing Sunday so far I really like it
Love it Timothy!!
I learned about LAB about 2 months ago, and the next day played with a new guy in our group who had one. Started watching him and he couldn't get the putter to lay flat, he had the toe up routinely. He putts poorly and I finally acknowledge the putter and try to tell him what I see and understand. He tells me that he bought it off of eBay with no fitting. I try again to explain it, and he's not open to the feedback. He has like 40 putts in the round, LMAO. The lesson, get fitted the tech is unreal. My next putter, someday.
Haha always best to get ALL our clubs fitted (as you know)!
Lab can fit you remotely and free by sending in some videos.
Is the standard version fine? I just don’t want to pay 300 extra bucks for a fitting and nearly everything I have seen has said the remote fitting is way off. It should still balance better than any traditional putter right? For the Df3
Hey Matt! As with all clubs I would always suggest a fitting IF YOU CAN.....to me that goes for ANY KIND of club....putter, driver, irons, wedges, etc.
Can you get them without getting fit and them help....definitely!
went to the golf store for a new putter, had a scotty cameron or betenardi in mind... left with a lab df3!!
Lets go!!! Hope you have lots of made putts ahead of you!!
is that a counter balance grip?
Everytime I try these I really like them. I put them back after looking at the $500 price tag...wow!
Mostly this is a really good putting lesson. Every golf club is toe down and we manage to get them back to square, The thumbs off idea is similar to Tiger’s one hand drill. It teaches you a perfectly balanced position which brings the putter back to square at impact. Works with an 8802 putter and anything else.
👊
Appreciate you watching my friend!
@@CogornoGolfI really like your channel. A ton of great information presented very clearly. Thanks for all the hard work.
Thank you :)
I wonder how many tour players will start using it? Quite interesting, I'll definitely forward onto some of my friends.
Not many but a few
Yeah I think you'll see more and more
I've seen 4-5 with the long putter mezz with guys like Adam Scott, Lucas Glover, Will Z, etc.....
I saw Phil Mickelson with DF3 at masters....Wesley Bryan just got 2nd with link. Charles Howell 3 with link....I think you'll see more and more...I've seen about 10 or so players out on PGA/LIV with them that I've noticed which is awesome!
What’s the difference between Df2.1 and df3
DF 3 smaller head, less "ping sound" and added piece where you can pick up ball! I like both! Worth a try!!
I mean it’s cool and super interesting!
I’ve tried to mess around with them at my local PGA superstore but it’s just not for me.
All good!
Was trying out at the PGA Super Store yesterday, was making everything. Had to put it down and walk away before the $450 jumped out of my wallet, I still have putting nightmares now. Not a pretty picture.
My nemesis as well. I know if I go try one..........
Left eye dominant would be beneficial obviously. Centre shaft putter is the key. Right eye dominant people might not like the setup as it’s not natural for them. Left eye dominant right handed players are a huge minority but most pros are. I feel lucky to be one. Link might be better for the majority?
You should never test putters with the same putt over and over. Whatever works but there is more to putting than this. The great equalizer gives you one shot each hole, then maybe a tough 4 foot come backer. Lol
HAha I hear ya!! Just wanted to keep it simple with camera setup :)
explain that to me i'm left eye dominant but right handed . . . how does this putter work better for that? I enjoy shooting and when my shooting instructor explained how to use eye dominance for shotgun and pistol it was absolute night and day performance.
I use a long putter. Would you suggest a DF3 or DF 2.1 model???? Or... should I consider the length putter like Lucas Glover? Not quite as long shaft - maybe closer to the ball with the hands. Comments???????
Yeah thats a great question.....I think they are all good :)
Personally I am splitting time between the long putter with mezz and the normal length with the DF 2.1.
I like the DF3 as well but for me personally the Df 2.1 is my gamer!
Try getting a fitting and see which you like best!
Idk how anybody could answer your question without more information than “I use a long putter.” Like, how long? And why? And how tall are you? And what does your posture look like over the ball?
LAB does free remote fittings. Take a video and send it to them and see what they say. It’ll be better than whatever nonsense you might get in response to your question here.
I will send in the videos. I use 2 long putters of different lengths. So... the stroke will be different with each one. Just wondered on the shorter Lucas Glover version. - different feel, maybe more over the ball, etc. - just general comments was what I was looking for. They will help me dial it in. @@evandh1989
@@CogornoGolf Thanks!
All these putters are insane.. I ended up with the link , the face deadset is always straight
I love them!!
My df3 arrives Wednesday!!!
You’re going to love it! Perfect roll every time.
Hell yeah!!
What ya think?
No discount code? Haha😂 great video. Planning on coming up to play Bethlehem Muni in a couple weeks.
Hey Kevin! Sorry I didnt make more clear----can use discount code COGORNO to get 10% off!
@@CogornoGolf I had a DF like 5 years ago the 2.1. It was sweet. Going to reentertain it. I’ll make sure to swing by when I up there.
Love it---my 2.1 was IMMEDIATELY awesome on the course for me as well
From face-on, the shaft looks not aligned with the grip for the mallet style putter. Neither gentlemen mentioned that in the video.
The discount code doesn't seem to work :(
Hey there!
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Can someone help: DF3 or DF2.1
Both great options :)
DF 2.1 a bit bigger and more of a sound during contact
DF 3 smaller, less sound
Both roll world class!
@@CogornoGolf thx for the response! I tried the DF 2.1 at my local golf shop and fell in love with it. I haven’t tried the DF3 yet, but I’d like to get the latest model, and I’ve noticed some pros using the DF 3.
Do you think if I liked the DF 2.1, I’ll like the DF3 as well? I’m a little hesitant to buy it online without trying, unless they’re very similar.
Hey! I would say if you loved the DF 2.1 I would just go with that one!!
@@CogornoGolf well I like the look of the DF3, and noticed more RUclipsrs/pros using that model.
I guess my question is, do you think they are similar enough where I would like the DF3? Would it be safe buying without trying that specific model?
Hey! No "perfect" answer here man lol......if you were my friend and said that you tried the DF 2.1 and loved it......the conversation would end there and I would get that. Hope that helps :)
Needing a press grip for the technology to work for the mezz, 2.1, and DF3 is really a turn off.
I got a df3. Been using it for months now...and its not anything special. You can use any other putter just like this one... Don't squees too tight...and trust your putter can be said about any other putter. I am sorry I spent this much money on it.
Ahem! Do I not on see Sabrina Andolfo and her pink LAB on the title page of this video? Dirty trick, Eric, dirty trick...🙁
haha we filmed some putting videos with Sabrina as well during this time to come out this year....gotta play the game :)
If you don’t put one of these in your bag there is something wrong with you.
:)
great putter ever, but extremely pricey
We love em!
Very expensive.
Absolutely worth the investment
I've learned all great things require an investment :) Hope you are well!
Yes it’s expensive, but leading putters aren’t far off. The usual ‘tech filled’ mallet or blade not called Scotty are roughly $350. $450 really isn’t THAT far off if you’re looking to make a putter upgrade. New golf clubs in general are very pricey, but it’s not that far away from the rest of the pack.
@@bradleybiederer8796 the big black one is $850.00
People with really great strokes that don't make putts just cannot read a green and/or hit the correct line with correct pace. All putters are just hunks of metal at the end of a stick. I tried to connect a LAB putter to the local wifi with zero success! So where is the tech in a milled hunk of metal? Hell, there isn't even a USB port!
Thanks for your feedback Tom! Hope you are well
You should try restarting it.
@@robjobcorncobbb8386 Great point! But I cannot find the I/O switch.
This curly hair dude is -9999 credibility
LAB has terrible customer service.
Thanks for the feedback! That hasn't been my experience but I'll be sure to share the feedback. IF you have any issues send me a message to eric@cogornogolf.com and we will see if we can help
Basically one big advert for L.A.B
Yep! I love LAB.....cant recommend strongly enough!!