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Article: Three wood: persimmon, known for its durability and high impact resistance, was once the wood of choice for golf clubs.(WOOD OF THE MONTH: Persimmon)
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- Wood & Wood Products
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- December 1, 2005
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Persimmon is the only American ebony and also one of the few woods with a sapwood that is used commercially along with its heartwood. The persimmon tree is generally small to medium in size, which limits its uses. And while it is one of the strongest hardwoods available, suitable for use as a supporting beam, for example, it doesn't grow in dimensions suitable for that use.
So instead, persimmon has had a number of different callings. For years, it was known as one of the best choices for wooden golf dub heads. Gale Nash, owner of CMC Golf Co. in Gunnison, CO makes and sells golf dubs made of persimmon.
"We do sell dubs made from persimmon, but it is ...