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LAB DF 3
Maximum forgiveness and stability. Ideal if you want help keeping the face square and your miss tends to be right or left.
LAB MEZZ.1
Classic shape with Lie Angle Balance benefits. A great blend of familiar feel and modern stability.
LAB OZ.1
Compact, stable, and easy to control — especially helpful inside 6 feet.
LAB OZ.1i
Features a stainless steel insert for firmer feel, slightly faster ball speed, and clearer feedback — ideal for faster greens and longer putts.
SG-M Putter
A solid, traditional-feeling mallet option if you prefer a conventional design without Lie Angle Balance.
LAB putters are Lie Angle Balanced, meaning the face naturally wants to stay square through the stroke. This reduces hand manipulation and timing — making it easier to roll putts consistently, especially as feel and hand steadiness change over time.
But with multiple models available — MEZZ.1, DF3, OZ.1, OZ.1i, and even alternatives like the SG-M putter — the real question is:
Which LAB putter actually helps most senior golfers, and is the premium price always worth it?
Let’s break it all down in a practical, senior-focused review.
Before choosing a putter, it’s important to understand why putting often becomes more difficult as we age:
LAB putters for senior golfers are designed to solve many of these issues by keeping the putter face square without manipulation.
LAB putters use Lie Angle Balance, meaning the putter head is engineered so it doesn’t want to rotate open or closed during the stroke. When balanced properly:
For many senior golfers, this translates to fewer three-putts and more confidence inside 6 feet.
The LAB MEZZ.1 was the model that put LAB on the map. It features an all-aluminum milled face with high MOI and a clean, modern shape.
Best for senior golfers who:
The MEZZ.1 delivers predictable roll and forgiveness, though some seniors find the shape a bit unconventional at first.
LAB Putters
Summary
The LAB MEZZ.1 is the brand’s original high-MOI putter design, built to give players maximum stability and forgiveness across the face. Constructed from high-quality milled aluminum, it delivers a smooth feel and consistent roll while dramatically reducing twisting on off-center strikes. For senior golfers, the MEZZ.1’s stability can help maintain alignment and pace control on straight putts, especially on faster greens where consistency is key. Though it lacks a metallic face insert, its all-aluminum construction offers a softer, muted feel that many players find confidence-inspiring on delicate lag putts. Its blend of forgiveness and simplicity makes the MEZZ.1 a solid choice for golfers seeking a dependable, easy-to-align putter.
The LAB DF3 is widely considered the most senior-friendly LAB putter.
Why? Because it balances forgiveness, weight, and feel extremely well.
Why DF3 works for senior golfers:
Many seniors who struggled with consistency saw immediate improvement in start line and speed control.
Potential downside:
The look is unconventional. Some golfers need a few rounds to get comfortable visually.
Senior-Golfers.com verdict:
👉 DF 3 is the best L.A.B. putter for most seniors, especially those battling the yips.
LAB Putters
Summary
The LAB DF3 is a more modern, slightly heavier putter in the LAB lineup that emphasizes balance, stability, and feedback. With its perimeter weighting and refined face design, the DF3 promotes smoother tempo and improved distance control — which can benefit senior golfers still working on rhythm and pace. The refined geometry also helps reduce twisting at impact, leading to straighter rolls and fewer missed short putts. If you’re looking for a putter with a confident feel and greater stability without a steep learning curve, the DF3 is one of LAB’s most universally appealing options.
Senior Insight
The right putter doesn’t make you putt harder — it makes you putt calmer.
The LAB OZ.1 uses an all-aluminum milled face, giving it a slightly softer feel than other LAB models.
Key features:
Senior golfers may prefer OZ.1 if they:
LAB Putters
Summary
The LAB OZ.1 delivers an all-aluminum milled face with a slightly warmer feel and responsive touch. It’s designed for players who want a classic putting experience paired with modern stability and forgiveness. For senior golfers, the OZ.1 offers a balance of feel and performance: the softer milled aluminum face provides smooth feedback, while the head shape and weighting encourage a consistent pendulum stroke. If you prioritize touch and feel on a variety of greens — especially slower or medium-speed surfaces — the OZ.1 is a strong candidate that blends tradition with modern precision.
The LAB OZ.1i is often misunderstood — so let’s be clear.
This insert is firmer than the aluminum face of the standard OZ.1.
What the metal insert does:
Compared to the aluminum OZ.1, the OZ.1i feels more energetic at impact.
Best for senior golfers who:
LAB Putters
Summary
The LAB OZ.1i takes the OZ concept further by adding a stainless steel face insert for a firmer feel and slightly higher ball speed off the face. Unlike the standard aluminum OZ.1, the metal insert in the OZ.1i gives a crisp response and more pronounced feedback at impact, which some golfers prefer for judging distance on medium to longer putts. For senior golfers, this firmer insert can deliver greater responsiveness and confidence, especially for players comfortable with a slightly snappier feel that helps gauge pace — but still without sacrificing the LAB signature balance and stability. Compared to the aluminum face version, the OZ.1i feels more solid and energetic, making it worth considering if you want a putter that feels precise and lively on every roll.
For seniors who prefer a classic heel-shafted look, the OZ.1i HS is an excellent option.
It offers:
This can ease the transition for golfers hesitant about center-shafted designs.
LAB Putters
Summary
The L.A.B. OZ.1i HS (Heel Shaft) combines modern stability with a more traditional look at address. Its stainless steel face insert delivers a firmer, more responsive feel with consistent ball speed, while the heel-shaft design helps many senior golfers align the putter more naturally. The result is a confident setup, smooth pendulum motion, and reliable distance control—especially on mid-range putts. It’s a strong choice for senior golfers who like crisp feedback and a classic visual style paired with L.A.B.’s signature balance.
While LAB putters perform exceptionally well, they also come with premium pricing.
That’s where the SG-M putter shines.
Why many senior golfers choose SG-M:
For the average senior golfer, the SG-M delivers 80–85% of the performance at a fraction of the cost.
SG-M Milled Face Putter
Summary
As a lower-price alternative to the “premium boutique” LAB putters, the SG-M Milled Face Putter offers strong performance at a much more accessible cost. Designed specifically with senior golfers in mind, it uses a stable milled face and shaft profile that promotes a smooth roll with reduced wrist movement and less twisting through impact. While it doesn’t carry the boutique branding or materials of the LAB models, the SG-M provides excellent value and performance — particularly for golfers looking for a reliable, stable putter that improves consistency without a heavy investment. For many seniors who want improved control and feel without premium pricing, the SG-M can be a game-changing option that still performs admirably on regular greens.
We will not be completing a full long-term evaluation of the Mizuno OMOI 5 putter, as upcoming Mizuno releases will replace it in our testing schedule. However, initial testing indicates that Mizuno has made meaningful improvements over prior putter generations. Left-handed golfers in particular may find strong value while remaining inventory of the Mizuno OMOI 5 is still available at Golf Galaxy, with additional Mizuno putter options available at favorable pricing for both right- and left-handed players.
Mizuno M.Craft OMOI 5 Putter
Not fully tested at this time.
Getting the most out of a L.A.B. putter isn’t just about the technology — it’s about adapting your technique so the putter works with your stroke instead of against it. L.A.B. putters are engineered using Lie Angle Balance technology, which keeps the putter face square throughout the stroke — reducing twisting and making consistent contact easier.
Start with your stance and setup. Make sure the putter sits flat on the ground with the face square to your intended target line. If the putter does not sit flat, it may not deliver the lie-angle-balanced benefits LAB designed.
Instead of forcing your hands or wrists through the ball, allow the unique balance of the putter to deliver the face back to square naturally. The L.A.B. design minimizes face rotation, meaning you shouldn’t need to manipulate the face with your wrists — let your shoulders and tempo control the stroke.
LAB putters help reduce torque, so focus on keeping a smooth pendulum-style stroke — think shoulders rocking back and through, with minimal wrist action. A smooth tempo creates consistent roll and helps maintain a square face at impact.
Although LAB designs vary slightly, a common adjustment many golfers make is to place the ball just forward of the center of your stance so that your eyes are directly over or slightly inside the ball. This helps your natural arc align with the putter’s balanced design.
Don’t expect instant perfection — many golfers take a few practice sessions to adapt. Some players benefit from drills such as:
Best overall balance and forgiveness for most seniors.
Softer aluminum feel, excellent touch on slow greens.
Firmer stainless insert, faster ball speed, crisp feedback.
Outstanding value, stable performance, ideal for budget-conscious seniors.
There is no “one perfect putter,” but there is a perfect fit for your stroke, feel preference, and budget.
Yes. LAB putters reduce face rotation and wrist action, which helps seniors maintain consistency.
The DF3 is the most universally successful model for senior golfers.
No. The OZ.1i uses a stainless steel insert, which feels firmer than aluminum.
They can be — but many seniors find excellent performance from lower-cost alternatives like SG-M.
It depends on comfort. Heel-shafted models like the OZ.1i HS feel more traditional.
LAB putters for senior golfers are legitimate performance tools — not hype. But the best choice depends on your feel preference, stroke style, and budget.
For many seniors:
The right putter doesn’t make you a better golfer —
it helps you putt without fighting yourself.
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