Stupid Golf Question
Mallet putter vs blade putter: what is the difference?
The putter rack has tiny blades and heads shaped like small furniture
Plain answer first
The plain answer
A mallet putter usually offers more alignment features and resistance to twisting on off-center strikes. A blade putter is smaller and may provide a different look, balance, and feedback. Either style can use different toe-hang and face-balance designs.
The NPG answer
One is compact; the other looks ready to dock at a very small marina.
When it matters
It matters when the head shape, alignment lines, balance, and feel affect how consistently you aim, start, and pace putts.
What to do next
Roll the same short and long putts with both, then compare aim, start line, strike location, and distance control.
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What is a lag putt?
A lag putt is a long putt where the goal is to get close, not necessarily make it.
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