The Golfsmith Straight Fluted Hand Reamer (0.335") is a professional-grade club-repair tool engineered for clubmakers and golf technicians who demand precision when re-shafting woods and drivers. Designed specifically for 0.335" (8.5 mm) hosel bores, it finishes and re-conditions hosel walls to a high degree of accuracy and surface quality, ensuring the ideal epoxy bond between shaft and clubhead. Built to exacting specifications from high-speed steel, this reamer is the go-to choice for any serious workshop performing re-shafting operations on modern parallel-tip shafts.
Over time, hosel bores can accumulate old epoxy residue, oxidation, and surface irregularities that compromise a new shaft bond. The Golfsmith Straight Fluted Hand Reamer cleans and re-conditions the bore wall with a controlled removal of up to 0.003" (0.1 mm) per side, restoring a smooth, consistent internal diameter. The result is a perfectly prepared surface that maximises adhesion when fresh epoxy is applied.
The reamer's distinguishing longer tapered lead acts as a self-centering guide as it enters the hosel bore. This prevents off-axis reaming that could enlarge the bore unevenly or damage the hosel. Whether used by hand with a square-stock handle or on a slow-speed drill press (max. 150 RPM), the tapered lead keeps the tool on-axis throughout the cut, delivering a concentric bore every time.
Modern clubheads use demanding alloys such as 17-4 PH stainless steel and 6AL-4V titanium. The Golfsmith reamer is manufactured from high-speed steel (HSS) specifically chosen to machine these hard materials cleanly without chipping or premature wear. Generous lubrication with cutting oil during use further extends tool life.
The tool is optimised for hand operation using a square-stock reamer handle (sold separately), allowing the craftsman to feel the cut and maintain full control. When higher throughput is needed, it can be mounted in a drill press running at 150 RPM or below. Slow cutting speed combined with a moderate feed rate and cutting oil produces the best surface finish and prolongs the tool's cutting edge.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Code | TL298 |
| Brand | Golfsmith |
| UPC / Barcode | 5027084437947 |
| Reamer Type | Straight Fluted Hand Reamer |
| Bore Diameter | 0.335" (8.5 mm) |
| Compatible Hosel Type | Parallel-tip wood / driver hosels (0.335" bore) |
| Material Removal (per side) | Up to 0.003" / 0.1 mm (nominal) |
| Material | High-Speed Steel (HSS) |
| Compatible Alloys | 17-4 PH Stainless Steel, 6AL-4V Titanium, standard steel |
| Operation Mode | Hand reaming (primary); drill press at ≤ 150 RPM |
| Lead Type | Tapered lead (extended) for self-centering |
| Category | Club Repair & Servicing Tools |
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