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The Cleveland HB SOFT 2 Model 8S is a classically shaped blade putter built for golfers who prefer a traditional look and feel at address. Its slightly enlarged blade head, paired with a slant hosel and clean single-line alignment system, is ideally matched to a slight arc stroke – making it a natural choice for a wide range of players. The entirely new HB SOFT 2 lineup integrates Cleveland’s acclaimed Speed Optimized Face Technology (SOFT) with stroke-specific components – hosel, toe hang, alignment, and grip – all precisely configured to work together, delivering a finely tuned, near-custom putter at an outstanding price.
SOFT is Cleveland Golf’s pioneering face-milling system and the technological core of the HB SOFT 2 line. Rather than applying a single uniform milling pattern, Cleveland engineers design a unique groove pattern for every individual head shape – one that is carefully calibrated to that model’s specific center of gravity, MOI, and weighting profile. The groove lines are densely packed in the center of the face and progressively spaced toward the heel and toe, balancing energy transfer across the striking area. The result is normalized ball speed on every putt: center strikes are not overcooked, and off-center mishits lose far less speed than with a conventionally milled face. For golfers who miss the sweet spot even occasionally – which is everyone – SOFT translates directly into more predictable distances and better scoring.
The HB SOFT 2 lineup is divided into two stroke families: face-balanced models for straight strokes and moderate toe-hang models for slight arc strokes. The Model 8S belongs firmly in the slight arc camp. Its slant hosel positions the shaft axis closer to the golfer, allowing the toe of the head to hang naturally – encouraging a slight face rotation through the backstroke and release. Every element – hosel geometry, shaft, toe hang, and pistol grip – is matched to reinforce this stroke type so that the putter moves with your natural motion rather than against it. The single alignment line keeps setup simple and uncluttered, letting you focus on your routine rather than over-analyzing aim.
Model 8S retains the clean, classic blade silhouette that traditionalist golfers have long preferred, while incorporating subtle refinements that enhance modern performance. The blade is slightly enlarged compared to a standard compact blade, broadening the effective hitting area without sacrificing the streamlined look. At 365 g, the head weight provides enough mass for a smooth, unhurried pendulum stroke. Combined with 3° of loft and a 70° lie angle, the putter launches the ball cleanly onto the green surface for an early, true roll. Whether you’re on a slow practice green or a lightning-fast tournament surface, the Model 8S inspires confidence from the moment you sole it behind the ball.
The Model 8S is fitted with the HB SOFT 2 standard pistol grip in a .580” diameter, weighing 72 g. The classic pistol profile is the grip of choice for slight arc putters because its rounded upper section encourages a natural, neutral hand position and allows the forearms to rotate slightly through impact – exactly what a slight arc stroke requires. The grip’s moderate size keeps tactile feedback high, so you can feel the quality of contact clearly. Compared to oversized or counterbalance grips, the standard pistol keeps total club weight balanced for golfers who prefer a conventional swing weight and stroke feel.
| Model | 8S |
| Hosel | Slant |
| Toe Hang | Moderate |
| Stroke Type | Slight Arc |
| Head Weight | 365 g |
| Alignment | 1 line |
| Length | 34”, 35” |
| Loft | 3° |
| Lie | 70° |
| Hand | Right Hand (RH) |
HB SOFT 2 Pistol Grip – Standard (.580”, 72 g)

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