What Golf Grips Does Scottie Scheffler Use?

Scottie Scheffler uses Golf Pride Tour Velvet 58 Round grips on his irons and woods, but a custom, milled pistol grip on his famous Logan Olson putter. This article breaks down exactly what he uses, why he uses them, and how you can apply the same logic to choose the best grips for your own game.

Scottie Scheffler’s Grips: A Tale of Two Philosophies

When you watch Scottie Scheffler, you're seeing a masterclass in consistency. From his powerful, unique swing to his unshakable demeanor, everything screams "repeatability." His equipment choices, especially his grips, reflect this perfectly. But there's a fascinating split in his approach: one philosophy for his full-swing clubs and a completely different one for his putter. Understanding this split is the first step to applying pro-level thinking to your own gear.

The Full Swing Workhorse: Golf Pride Tour Velvet

On every club from his Srixon ZU85 driving iron to his Titleist Vokey Design SM9 wedges, you will find the same grip: the Golf Pride Tour Velvet 58 Round. If you popped the hood on a dozen PGA Tour pros' golf bags, you'd find this grip more than any other. It’s the vanilla ice cream of golf grips - and that’s a huge compliment.

Here’s why it’s Scottie’s (and the Tour’s) choice:

• Unmatched Feel and Feedback: The Tour Velvet is known for its incredible feel. The rubber compound is soft enough to provide comfort and absorb vibration, but firm enough to transmit precise feedback to your hands. When Scottie hits a shot slightly thin or off the toe, his hands know it instantly. This direct feedback loop is what allows a player of his caliber to make micro-adjustments on the fly.
• All-Weather Performance: The non-slip, velvet texture provides consistent traction in humidity, heat, and even light rain. Players can't afford to have their hands slip at a critical moment, and the Tour Velvet's proven surface pattern gives them the confidence to swing freely regardless of the conditions.
• Simplicity and Consistency: The grip doesn't have wild colors or aggressive textures. It's a simple, reliable connection to the golf club. By using the same standard-size grip on all 13 of his full-swing clubs, Scottie ensures that the feel from his driver to his lob wedge is identical. This removes a variable, which is the ultimate goal for any elite ball-striker. When you're trying to build a repeatable golf swing, you want a repeatable feel in your hands every single time.

You may sometimes notice that the "Golf Pride" logo on his grips is facing down. This isn't for a performance reason, many pros and club builders simply prefer a cleaner look at address without any logos visible. It's a minor. cosmetic preference, but it highlights the attention to detail at this level.

The Putter Problem-Solver: From SuperStroke Claw to a Custom Pistol

While his full-swing clubs are all about consistency, Scottie's putter grip represents a journey of problem-solving. For a long time, he was famous for using a SuperStroke Zenergy Tour 1.0P Claw grip. This grip has a unique design: it’s wider and has more of a pistol shape at the top, but it also has a flatter "claw" section on the front where he would place the side of his right hand for his unorthodox putting grip.

This choice was brilliant because the equipment directly supported his technique. The larger profile quieted his hands, and the specific shape accommodated his claw style perfectly. It was a clear example of a player finding a grip to fix a specific issue - in his case, getting the face square at impact.

However, leading into his dominant 2024 season, Scottie made a well-publicized switch to a Logan Olson putter. And with that came a new grip. He transitioned away from the larger SuperStroke to a more traditional, albeit custom, thin black pistol grip. Reports suggest it's a LaMont "L.A.B." putter grip, known for its classic shape and feel.

This might seem counterintuitive. Why move away from something that seemed to "work" for his claw style? As a coach, this tells me a couple of things:

1. He felt his putting stroke itself had improved so much that he no longer needed the "training wheels" of the larger, specialized Claw grip.
2. He was seeking more feel and a more natural release, which a thinner, more classic grip often provides. Sometimes, large putter grips can deaden the hands too much, making it difficult to feel the putter head's weight and release through the ball on long-range putts.

This change shows that even the World No. 1 is constantly evolving and isn't afraid to change a key piece of equipment if he believes it will lead to even better performance.

What You Can Learn from Scottie’s Grip Choices

So, Scottie uses Tour Velvets and a custom pistol grip. Great. How does that help you shoot Lower scores? By understanding the 'why' behind his choices, you can make smarter decisions for your own bag.

Lesson 1: Build a Consistent Foundation for Your Full Swing

Scottie exemplifies the "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" philosophy for his full swing. The Tour Velvet is his tried-and-true foundation. For amateur golfers, this is hugely important. Many players have a hodge-podge of different grips on their clubs - some old, some new, some worn and slick, some a different size.

Your Action Plan:

• Get All Your Grips to Match: The single best thing you can do is have the exact same size and model of grip on all 13 of your full-swing clubs. This creates a consistent feel every time you pull a club out of the bag. The Tour Velvet that Scottie uses is an excellent, time-tested choice for a majority of golfers.
• Check Your Grip Size: Grip size is not one-size-fits-all. A grip that's too small can cause you to grip too tightly and use your hands too much, often leading to a hook. A grip that's too big can restrict your hands and lead to a slice. A quick test: take your normal top-hand grip on a club. The middle and ring fingers of that hand should just barely touch your thumb pad. If there’s a gap, your grip might be too big. If your fingers dig in deeply, it might be too small. A trip to a local fitter can confirm the right size for you.

Lesson 2: Use Your Putter Grip to Solve a Problem

Your putter is a specialized tool, and its grip should be, too. Scottie’s journey shows us that it's okay to experiment with your putter grip to find something that helps your specific faults.

Your Action Plan:

• Are you too "handsy" or "wristy"? If you feel like your SMALL muscles are causing yips or inconsistencies, try a larger, non-tapered grip (like many SuperStroke, Winn, or a Golf Pride models). These thicker grips engage the larger muscles in your shoulders and arms, effectively calming your hands down and promoting a more stable "pendulum" stroke.
• Do you struggle with alignment? Some putter grips have a pronounced flat edge on top. Placing your thumbs directly on this flat paddle can give you a better sense of where the clubface is pointing.
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Like Scottie, if you use an alternative grip style like the claw or saw, look for grips designed to accommodate it. It can make the hold feel more natural and secure.

Don't be afraid to change your putter grip. It's an inexpensive experiment that can completely transform your confidence on the greens.

Lesson 3: The Grip (Equipment) vs. The Hold (Technique)

Overlap (Vardon) hold, where the pinky of his right hand rests on top of the space between his left index and middle fingers. This technique promotes hand unity and is the most common hold among professionals.

The best grip in the world won't fix a bad hold. The proper hold should see the V's formed by your thumbs and index fingers pointing up toward your right shoulder (for a right-handed player). When you look down, you should see about two knuckles on your top (left) hand. This "neutral" hold allows your hands to work together, not against each other.

The right grip equipment - like the comfortable and consistent Tour Velvet - provides the perfect canvas for you to practice and maintain good grip technique.

Final Thoughts

Scottie Scheffler's golf grips tell a story of consistency meeting innovation. He relies on the simple, proven performance of the Golf Pride Tour Velvet for the repeatable action demanded by the full swing, and he is not afraid to evolve his putter grip to solve specific problems on the greens. For you, the takeaway is clear: solidify your fullswing with a set of consistent, correctly sized grips, and don't hesitate to experiment with your putter grip to find what builds your confidence.

Once you’ve settled on the right hardware, improving your game comes down to execution and strategy on the course. If you’re ever standing over a shot, unsure of your club choice or staring at a tough lie and wondering how it affects your grip pressure, I'm built to help. With Caddie AI, you can snap a photo of your ball's lie or describe your on-course situation and get instant, pro-level advice in seconds, so you can make the smartest decision with full confidence.