Marking golf clubs
Permanent marker, engraving, tape, QR code – which method is best?
Why marking matters
Why does marking help at all?
Because it makes returning the club possible in the first place. Without a mark, the finder has nothing to go on. We do not know of reliable figures on how many marked clubs actually come back, so we do not quote any.
Method 1: Permanent marker (simplest)
Which pen works best on clubs?
Sharpie (permanent, weatherproof) on shaft. For dark surfaces, use a white paint marker (Posca or Edding 780).
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Report lossMethod 2: Engraving (most permanent)
Does engraving reduce resale value?
Minimally for standard clubs. For limited editions or tour models, engraving can reduce value.
Method 3: QR code tags (free from us – with instant alert)
What do the FindYourGolfClub QR tags cost?
Nothing – the print sheet with bag tags, stickers and shaft strips is completely free. You print it yourself; for durable stickers all you need is weatherproof adhesive foil from any print or craft shop.
Does a sticker last long on a golf club?
On weatherproof PVC vinyl foil (e.g. Oracal, UV-resistant) stickers last 1–3 years on the shaft. On the grip they last less (sweat). A transparent protective laminate extends durability further.
Reporting is free. The match is free. And when your club is back in your bag, it is still free. No fee, no commission, no subscription, no payment details.
Why? Your club is usually already sitting in a lost-and-found box – nobody just knows about it. Making that connection costs us money, not you. We earn nothing from your data, and we do not charge a fee for giving you back your own club.
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