The Winn Excel 21 Pistol Belly Putter Grip is the ideal choice for golfers who play with a belly or long putter and want uncompromising feel and flexibility. At 21 inches in length, this one-piece grip combines the classic pistol profile shape with the extended reach of a two-piece setup, giving you a wider range of hand placement options and a more versatile putting stroke. Built with Winn's proprietary Excel polymer — the material that put Winn on the map — this grip delivers the brand's signature soft, tacky feel that instils confidence every time you step onto the green. Whether you are an arm-lock enthusiast or a belly-putter traditionalist, the Excel 21 Pistol offers the comfort, stability, and control to elevate your short game.
Designed specifically for belly and long putters, the Excel 21 Pistol is a single 21-inch piece that offers the coverage of a traditional two-piece grip in one seamless unit. The extended length opens up a broader range of hand placement options, making it easier to experiment with different gripping techniques — from conventional belly styles to modern arm-lock setups. This flexibility allows golfers to customise their feel and position without having to switch equipment, giving you more control over how you deliver the putter face at impact.
The pistol profile is one of the most time-tested grip shapes in the game, offering a distinct thumb ledge and a tapering lower section that encourages a consistent, repeatable grip every time. On the Excel 21, this classic silhouette is scaled to the full belly-putter length, so both hands — and indeed the forearm in an arm-lock configuration — can settle comfortably into a natural position. The defined geometry of the pistol shape also promotes light, even grip pressure, which is critical for a smooth, tension-free putting stroke.
The Excel polymer is Winn's original and most iconic grip material, underpinning the longest-running grip line in the brand's history. As the pioneer of polymer grips in golf, Winn formulated this compound to be noticeably softer and tackier than traditional rubber, promoting a lighter, more relaxed grip pressure that translates directly into a smoother, more pendulum-like putting stroke. The material also excels at absorbing micro-vibrations from the putter head, giving your hands clear, unfiltered feedback about the quality of the strike — so you always know exactly where you caught the ball on the face.
Weighing in at 155 g, the Excel 21 Pistol is significantly heavier than a standard putter grip, and that extra mass is by design. The added weight in the grip end of the putter creates a counter-balancing effect, raising the effective balance point of the club higher in your hands. This reduces the influence of the putter head on the arc of the stroke, making it easier to keep the face square through impact and reducing the tendency to manipulate the club with the hands and wrists. The result is a more pendulum-like, consistent motion that golfers of all levels can benefit from.
Winn's proprietary polymer compounds are uniquely formulated to maintain their grip and feel regardless of weather conditions. Whether you are playing in the early-morning dew, caught in a light shower, or finishing a round in humid summer heat, the Excel polymer surface remains consistently tacky and non-slip in your hands. This all-weather reliability means you can commit fully to every putt without worrying about the grip shifting or slipping at a critical moment — a key advantage over traditional rubber or leather alternatives that can become unpredictable when wet.
One of the most underappreciated benefits of the Excel polymer is its impact on long-term comfort during a round. The cushioned nature of the material absorbs the subtle shock and vibration that travels up the shaft on every stroke, reducing cumulative stress on the hands, wrists, and joints over 18 holes. This makes the Excel 21 Pistol particularly well-suited to golfers who play frequently, practise putting for extended sessions, or who are managing joint sensitivities such as arthritis. By helping you maintain a light, relaxed grip pressure, the grip also actively prevents the tension build-up that leads to a jerky, inconsistent stroke.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 21 inches (53.3 cm) |
| Weight | 155 g |
| Core Size | .620" |
| Material | Excel Polymer |
| Profile | Pistol |
| Firmness | Medium |
| Colour | Black / Red |
| Intended Use | Belly putter, long putter, arm-lock putter |
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