T200 back badge wear

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By Chad O

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  1. I'm wondering if any of you have seen something like this with their new T200s? I've had mine since September 7th, and have been able to get out for about 16 rounds (most are a 9 in the morning or evening). I was cleaning my clubs yesterday and noticed this on the back of my 6 iron. I also have the 5 in T200 (T150s 7 - PW), but there is nothing like this one the 5. I normally use a mackenzie golf bag, and carry so I was expecting some bag chatter. Just wondering if anyone else is seeing this as well.

    Thanks

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  2. DennisB

    DennisB
    New Lowell, ON

    I haven’t seen that before, but heard the 2021 had some wear issues.
    I now put covers on mine. Best to keep them covered and keeping them looking like new for a long time
  3. Dale V

    Dale V
    Surprise AZ

    Be careful what you use to clean them with. Strong chemical cleaners and abrasive wire brushes will create this kind of damage as will long trips in a car where they are laying against a rough surface while the car is creating vibrations.
  4. Yeah, when I cleaned them it was a soft (nylon) brush with just dish soap and water. It's obviously not affecting playability, and I'm not too worried about bag chatter. Just didn't think this would happen with this generation of t200s. My season will be over in a few weeks so I'll take it back to the shop and see if they send it back to Titleist or not.

    Both the 200s and 150s are awesome though (78% GIR last round) and I'll gladly take some wear like this for this feel and dispersion. Love fall golf, especially with new sticks!
  5. Abdon M

    Abdon M
    Northern California (because it's a big state)

    I'm having something similar happen to my T350 backing on the 7 iron. I'm not seeing it on the other irons. I could actually scrape the surface with my fingernail and more will come off. I know it's more an aesthetic issue. I mainly walk and carry my bag. I'm more concerned that the backing will delaminate which would be a huge deal
  6. Military
    Now I’m starting to be concerned about my new t350s as I have seen many comments and pictures of the back plate falling off. Is it because water and moisture gets in behind the back plate causing the rust and the plate becomes loose as it still should not happen.
  7. Dale V

    Dale V
    Surprise AZ

    Mine came off on the pitching wedge. Rust was not an issue but it appeared to have a minimal amount of epoxy holding it on. There are two holes on the back of the iron where epoxy would firmly hold the plate but my plate looked like it only had a small amount of epoxy towards the hosel. It was an easy fix for me to glue back with proper amounts in the correct location. I noticed the gap wedge, while not separated yet, had a very loose sound when tapping the back so I popped it off and added glue before it came loose on its own somewhere that I might not be able to find it. I would caution anyone soaking their T200 or T350 irons in a bucket of water, the lack of epoxy and the holes behind the backplate could cause water to enter the head and create other issues like excessive weight or eventual rust. Also, tap the backplate occasionally and check if it sounds loose where you can easily fix it before it comes off during a shot and you can't find it. This in no way discourages me from enjoying the performance of my T350's, I still love them.
  8. Barry M

    Barry M
    Reno, NV

    First off, do not ever soak your clubs in water. Modern clubs are 2 piece or more, and water can sometimes get in and do damage.
    Second, make sure you let Titleist know so they have the opportunity to check the adhesive or the application of it for future builds.
  9. Chuck Z

    Chuck Z
    Mt Pleasant, SC

    Military
    Chemicals that are used on the courses can have an effect on the clubs. Important to wipe them clean after each use.
  10. Barry S

    Barry S
    Oakville, ON

    I had the same thing happen on my gap wedge on my new T200.
    Sent it back to titleist to be examined and they
    changed the head under warranty. I thought that they would just change the plate but changed the head.
  11. John K

    John K
    Flushing, NY

    I have the 2023 T200 3 and 4 irons and they also have the same wear. I think it's due to the bag chatter.
    I really really despise iron headcover but I think I need to use the headcover for these 2 irons. :) My 150's are great though.
  12. I purchased a set of T200 irons in Dec 23 and have the same problem. The 9 iron was first then the wedge. Both have been replaced foc but what is the long term fix?
  13. I purchased a set of T200 irons in Dec 24 and already have had the 9 iron and the wedge replaced by Titleist for the same problem. I have tried to get this escalated up h the he ladder at Titleist but await a reply. The way I look at it is the plate is plastic so if I look at the badges on my car then they have a gloss lacquer on them and it does not peel off with the harsh treatment they get. I would suggest that Titleist find a similar lacquer for the back plates as using covers on my irons should not be the fix.
    Can’t seem to find a way of getting a pic onto this post to

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