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This is the exact model Xander Schauffele used to win Olympic gold and two majors—and now it’s available to the rest of us.
By now, you’ve probably heard the name. The Odyssey Red Seven X isn’t just another mallet—it’s the exact putter Xander Schauffele used to win a gold medal in Tokyo and two major championships, including his record-setting 21-under at the 2024 PGA Championship. That makes it more than a piece of gear—it’s a piece of history.
At first glance, it might sound like the name of an action movie. “Red Seven X” has that ring to it. But what it represents is precision, control, and trust—the kind of trust a player needs when the tournament is on the line.
What Makes It Different?
This is Odyssey’s popular Seven shape, but fully milled from stainless steel. That’s rare. Most modern putters—especially in this category—use multi-material heads with inserts. Odyssey went the opposite direction here, creating a one-piece milled head with a deep diamond groove pattern on the face. The goal? Pure forward roll and a feel that balances softness with feedback.
Then there’s the finish. A rich, deep red, chosen not for flash but for confidence. On TV, it stands out. In your hands, it feels deliberate. It’s paired with a black stepped steel shaft and a Super Stroke Pistol 2.0 grip—exactly what Xander uses. No marketing tweaks. No tour-only variations. This is his setup.
Schauffele has long been one of the most consistent performers on the greens. In his 2024 PGA Championship win, he led the field in strokes gained putting. At the Olympics, his putting in the final round helped secure gold by a single stroke. There’s a reason he’s kept this exact build in the bag, tournament after tournament.
We were lucky enough to get our hands on the Red Seven X ahead of its official release. Testing it on a backyard putting green during Masters week, it was clear that this isn’t just a pretty face. The balance is spot on, and the feedback off the face gives you immediate confidence. Even short testers—those three-to-five footers that can wreck a round—feel more automatic.
It depends on your stroke and what you’re looking for. The CH hosel favors players with a slight arc. The weight (360g) and mallet shape offer plenty of stability, especially helpful on less-than-perfect greens. But even if you’re a blade fan, this one is worth rolling. There's something about knowing you’re putting with the same model a major champion uses that adds a little edge to your game.
Final Thoughts
The Odyssey Red Seven X isn’t trying to be everything to everyone. It’s trying to be one thing really well: a putter that performs when it matters. And for players who want to putt like Xander—or at least feel like they can—this is as close as it gets.
Now available for pre-order: 2025 Red Seven X from Odyssey.
We’re not saying it’ll win you gold. But it might help you win your weekend game.
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