Tips on aligning a double bent putter shaft?

[metalworker]

I'm looking to build a Snake Eyes Python putter head with a True Temper double bent shaft and Snake Eyes Grip. I've built a couple of sets of irons and a few drivers, but I think putters might be a different animal. Can't find much information about it. I'd appreciate any advice.

[LowPost42]

Re: Tips on aligning a double bent putter shaft?

The best thing I've done is to glue it up and put it in the loft/lie machine to set. Perfect alignment every time.

The other thing I've done is to setup a 'tightrope' where the head is on one end, the butt end or grip end on the other, and the shaft becomes the tightrope. I use a tripod to hold the middle in place (no spinning).

How do I know if the shaft has spun or not? Using a grease pencil or some tape and a marker, put a mark on the head and another on the shaft, after dry fitting the components in place where you want them. These become your alignment marks.

When you make the tightrope, make sure your marks match up. If you're using a 24 hour epoxy, check again in 30 to 60 minutes to make sure you've got no movement.

[metalworker]

Re: Tips on aligning a double bent putter shaft?

Thanks for the tip. Is there a measurable way to set the alignment of the offset shaft to the clubhead other than an alignment machine (which I don't have). Would a square or some kind of plumb bob work?

[LowPost42]

Re: Tips on aligning a double bent putter shaft?

LOL - the easiest way to set offset is with a gauge (which you don't have).

You could jury-rig one, though.

A large square and a ruler with millimeter markings would suffice - and maybe a clamp or jig to hold the shaft.

Pin your shaft down (dry fit into the head), square to the surface the putterhead is on. Said putterhead is sitting on your millimeter ruler (or sheet, or whatever).
Align the square with the shaft on the target side, and the putter face should be flush against the square. This will show you where zero offset is.

Now for the tricky part (a partner might be handy, here). Move the head straight back from the square until you've exposed the amount of offset you want.