RARE pre A1 Redwood City Karsten putter in very nice condition. Original grip is still in completely functional pristine condition. The shaft band is not on the putter any longer but shaft is original as well. This putter is a timeless piece of Ping history made by the man who started it all in his garage in Redwood City California. Please see all pics that are in listing and feel free to message with any questions. I will ship the putter with insurance and signature on delivery if you request when purchasing. Be the next owner of this rare gem. PING 1A PUTTER: ONE OF THE MOST COLLECTIBLE PUTTERS AROUND Take yourself back to 1959, the birth of the Ping 1A. The scene: a garage beside a family house in Redwood City, California. It's late at night, but the lights are still burning. A young Norwegian-born engineer called Karsten Solheim has just put the finishing touches to a masterpiece.