Who Owns Ben Hogan Golf?

The History of Ben Hogan Golf Clubs

In 2003 Callaway purchased Ben Hogan Golf Equipment and began selling Hogans line of products under the Callaway name. Callaway still sells Apex irons, which were originally created by Hogan in 1972 and were among the most popular irons on Tour in the 1970s.

Who Owns the Ben Hogan Golf Company?

Callaway, which purchased the company at auction in September 2003 for $174.4 million, retained the rights to those names as well as some others after selling the Ben Hogan brand to Perry Ellis in 2012.

Where are Hogan Clubs Made?

Though some of the components used on Ben Hogan golf clubs are manufactured overseas, all assembly, quality control, and shipping is done in our Fort Worth, Texas factory … only a few miles from Mr. Hogans original factory.

Do any Pro Golfers Use Ben Hogan Clubs?

PGA TOUR players Jon Rahm, Max Homa, Bryson DeChambeau, and Sam Burns test out Ben Hogans clubs from throughout his career on the range ahead of the 2019 Charles Schwab Challenge.

Is Hogan a Good Golf Brand?

Performance. Much like the feel, the performance of the Ben Hogan Icon irons is good and almost exactly what I expected. Designed for the better player, these irons have higher spin so shots can be shaped left or right and will hold a green. When hit on center, the ball speed and distance are adequate.

Is Ben Hogan Still Owned by Callaway?

Callaway, which purchased the company at auction in September 2003 for $174.4 million, retained the rights to those names as well as some others after selling the Ben Hogan brand to Perry Ellis in 2012. Some, however, transferred over to Perry Ellis and can be used.

Who Owns Hogan Golf Company?

Callaway purchased the company out of bankruptcy from TopFlite Golf for $125 million in 2003. Five years later, it ceased production of golf clubs. In 2012, Callaway sold the brand name to Perry Ellis International, which continued to sell Hogan golf balls, apparel and accessories.

Are Ben Hogan Irons Made in the USA?

Unlike many larger golf equipment companies, we still design, assemble and ship our products in the United States. We think its important to use the same basic manufacturing techniques that Ben Hogan pioneered in his original factory … located just a few miles from our facility in Fort Worth, Texas.

Ben Hogan Brand Set for Return to Equipment Business

Callaway, which purchased the company at auction in September 2003 for $174.4 million, retained the rights to those names as well as some others after selling the Ben Hogan brand to Perry Ellis in 2012.

Who Owns Ben Hogan Golf Now?

Callaway Purchases Ben Hogan Golf Equipment
In 2003 Callaway purchased Ben Hogan Golf Equipment and began selling Hogan's line of products under the Callaway name. Callaway still sells Apex irons, which were originally created by Hogan in 1972 and were among the most popular irons on Tour in the 1970s.

When did Spalding Buy Ben Hogan?

In 1997, Hogan died at the age of 84. He didn't get to see the company move back to Fort Worth, this time under Spalding's control (the company purchased the Hogan brand in 1997). Spalding rebuilt the Hogan brand with the help of former employees who returned to work for the company.

Where are Ben Hogan Clubs Forged?

Players are able to buy a set of clubs that fits their game. Likewise, it fits the company's motto: “Precision is back.” The heads of the irons are forged in China at a foundry owned by a man who is also a Ben Hogan fan, Koehler said.

Are any Golf Clubs Made in the USA?

The only major golf club company that is still manufacturing clubs in the USA is Ping. Ping started making putters many years ago and has continued to expand and grow and make as many of their clubs on American soil as possible.