What Putter Fits Your Stroke? A Complete Guide to Bell Putter
Putting is the most personal part of golf. The right putter can improve alignment, increase confidence, and help you roll more putts on your intended line. Since 1988, Bell Putters has been designing and manufacturing premium CNC-milled putters to fit a wide variety of putting styles, body types, and preferences.
Whether you prefer a traditional blade, an upright pendulum stroke, or a face-on side-saddle technique, Bell Putters offers a model designed specifically for your game.
Why Putter Fitting Matters
Golfers often spend hundreds of dollars on drivers and irons while using a putter that doesn't fit their stroke. The wrong putter can cause:
- Poor alignment
- Inconsistent distance control
- Excessive wrist action
- Misses to the left or right of the cup
- Lack of confidence on short putts
The right putter helps your setup, stroke path, and visual alignment work together naturally.
Two-Way Putters
Best For
Golfers who switch between right-handed and left-handed putting.
Key Features
- Usable from both sides
- Helps reduce putting yips
- Allows golfers to choose the side that feels most comfortable
- Available in multiple head weights and configurations
Ideal Golfer
Players who struggle with short putts, experience the yips, or want maximum versatility on the greens.
Many Bell customers use one side for longer putts and switch sides for shorter putts. This unique approach often helps improve confidence and consistency.
Long No-Anchor Putters
Best For
Stability and yips control without anchoring.
Key Features
- 79° upright lie angle
- Extended shaft lengths
- Legal under USGA rules
- Increased stability throughout the stroke
- Large, easy-to-see alignment features
Ideal Golfer
Golfers with back pain, putting nerves, or those seeking a more repeatable stroke.
Bell's Long No-Anchor Putters are designed to help create a smooth pendulum motion.
No-Offset Center Shaft & Heel Shaft Putters
Best For
Golfers seeking improved alignment and face awareness.
Key Features
- Face-balanced designs
- No offset
- Straight-back, straight-through friendly
- Wide visual alignment profile
- Available in center-shaft and heel-shaft configurations
Ideal Golfer
Players who frequently miss putts left of the hole or struggle to square the face at impact.
Upright Lie Putters
Best For
Golfers seeking a more athletic, comfortable putting posture.
Key Features
- Lie angles up to 79°
- Eyes positioned directly over the golf ball
- Reduced back and wrist strain
- Promotes a pendulum-style stroke
- Available in blade and mallet models
Ideal Golfer
Players with back discomfort, taller golfers, or anyone who prefers standing more upright during the putting stroke.
The upright setup often makes alignment easier because golfers can see the target line more naturally.
Mid-Length & Counter Balance Putters
Best For
Golfers looking for increased tempo and stroke stability.
Key Features
- Longer shaft lengths
- Heavier grip options
- Improved rhythm and consistency
- Reduced hand action
- Excellent distance control
Ideal Golfer
Golfers who want a smoother stroke and additional control on medium and long putts.
Counter-balanced putters create a stable feel that many players describe as effortless and repeatable.
Side-Saddle Putters
Best For
Face-on putting techniques.
Key Features
- Face-on setup
- Easy target visualization
- Upright posture
- Excellent for golfers with physical limitations
- Conforming under current rules
Ideal Golfer
Golfers seeking an alternative to conventional putting or those who prefer seeing both the golf ball and target simultaneously.
Many golfers find side-saddle putting easier because it simplifies alignment and minimizes unwanted face rotation.
Half-Offset Putters
Best For
Golfers who want a slight forward press and moderate offset.
Key Features
- Partial shaft offset
- Excellent blend of feel and alignment
- Natural hand position
- Available in blade and mallet styles
Ideal Golfer
Players who want some visual offset but not a full plumber's neck appearance.
Half-offset designs provide a balance between traditional and modern putter setups.
Full-Offset "Plumber's Neck" Putters
Best For
Golfers who prefer a slight forward press and arc putting stroke.
Key Features
- Traditional plumber's neck design
- Full shaft offset
- Promotes forward hand position
- Excellent visual alignment
- Available in face-balanced and toe-hang models
Ideal Golfer
Golfers who frequently miss putts to the right and prefer seeing their hands slightly ahead of the ball at address.
Choosing the Right Head Style
Blade Putters
Best for golfers who value feel, feedback, and precision.
Popular Models:
- Bell 360
- Bell II-410
Half-Mallet Putters
Best for golfers seeking a balance of forgiveness and feel.
Popular Models:
- Bell III-365
- Bell VIII-385
Full Mallet Putters
Best for golfers wanting maximum stability and forgiveness.
Popular Models:
- Bell IV-390
- Bell VI-480
Face-Balance vs Toe Hang
Face-Balanced Putters
Best for:
- Straight-back, straight-through strokes
- Minimal face rotation
Medium Toe Hang Putters
Best for:
- Slight arc strokes
- Natural face rotation
Heavy Toe Hang Putters
Best for:
- Strong arc strokes
- Players who release the putter naturally
Why Bell Putters?
Since 1988, Bell Putters has been committed to producing premium made putters designed around real golfers and real putting strokes.
Every Bell Putter is:
- 100% CNC-milled from 303 Stainless Steel
- Made in the USA
- Available in multiple weights and configurations
- Customizable for length and grip
- Built to match your unique putting style
Find Your Fit
Whether you're looking for a traditional blade, a modern mallet, a side-saddle putter, or an upright lie design, Bell Putters offers a model built specifically for your stroke.
The best putter isn't the one used by the tour pros—it's the one that fits the way you naturally putt.