Review of SeeMore M7 Tour Platinum Putter

My golfing friends and readers of earlier blog posts already know that I have an unhealthy obsession with putters. As part of that obsession, I've long had a fascination with SeeMore putters and their "RifleScope Technology" alignment system. If "hiding the red dot" can make my aim more consistent and remove a variable from my putting, then surely that has to be positive? SeeMore, with their predominantly centre shafted designs, were also an early innovator in the low-to-zero torque market that is suddenly so popular today. It must be proving lucrative too, as all of the big brands are now boarding that train. It's not something that worked for me though (link).

Several years ago (before Covid), I went for a lesson and SeeMore fitting with Ross MacLeod (link) to try them out. At that time, I used a forward press in my putting stroke and liked to see the ball positioned back in my stance. That doesn't work well with SeeMore putters. I couldn't get comfortable with the options Ross had at the time or the changes to my technique they required. Subsequently, however, I've dropped the forward press as testing proved it didn't work for me (link), and I also play the ball more centrally in my stance. So, is it time to give SeeMore a second try?

Enter the SeeMore M7 Tour Platinum

Unusually for SeeMore, the M7 Tour is a heel-toe weighted blade style putter that also utilises their RST "Sniper" alignment system. Listed on eBay and with a 30-day return option that removed the risk of buyer's remorse, I pressed the "Buy It Now" button. The full specification of the putter can be found on the SeeMore website HERE, but at 34" length, 70° lie angle and almost full toe hang, it was a very close match to the spec originally recommended by Bruce Rearick when I worked with him. Could this be the putter I've been looking for, and would reality match the theory?

The putter arrived within a couple of days, and I immediately headed to the practice green at The Duke's to "putt" it through its paces. On first impressions, it's certainly a nice-looking putter. However, due to the way SeeMore insert the shaft into the head, it has a very thick top line compared to other (traditional) blade putters. That's not necessarily a bad thing, but it doesn't suit my critical eye. The other issue with this particular putter is that it's fitted with the very light 60g SeeMore grip, which results in the club feeling "head heavy". This was confirmed when I measured the swing weight at E4 against my Toulon Atlanta and Odyssey Eleven, both at D1. To a non-geek, that likely doesn't mean anything, but if you swung the club, you would notice the difference. If I had been properly fitted, I would likely have specified a heavier grip, which would have produced a more familiar swing weight. While I have an alternative (heavier) grip in the garage, if I fitted it, I would invalidate the return policy.

How did it perform in testing

From the very first stroke, it was obvious that this putter was going to give precise feedback on strike location. If you hit the sweet spot, it feels and sounds lovely. The stainless steel head and milled face produce a distinctive "ting" when struck well. But if you catch it anywhere else, it lets you know with quite an unpleasant "thunk" sound. It still rolled well and didn't lose too much distance, but the feel was certainly impaired (subjective and personal).

Round the clock

Start line drill

9 foot and 30 foot drill

I conducted several different tests, each using 6 balls and repeated 3 times. I also did the same tests with my Toulon Atlanta putter for comparison.

"Round the clock" from 3 feet: 4/6, 6/6, 4/6 (Atlanta 5/6, 6/6, 5/6)

6ft putt (tricky break right to left): 2/6, 2/6, 3/6 (Atlanta 2/6, 3/6, 3/6) - poor from both!

12ft putt (small break right to left): 2/6, 1/6, 1/6 (Atlanta 2/6, 2/6, 3/6) - still poor

30ft putt (to the 3ft circle): 6/6, 3/6 (1 holed), 4/6 (Atlanta 6/6, 6/6, 5/6) - interesting

Start line test (through the gate): 2/6, 5/6, 4/6 (Atlanta 6/6, 5/6, 6/6) - surprising

I struggled with the SeeMore. Visually, I don't like the way the shaft enters the head, and that isn't easy to overcome. I feel more comfortable with the offset on my Eleven (slant neck) and my Atlanta (flow neck). Maybe I could get used to the look in time, but I didn't have the same instant confidence with it that I do with my mallets.

Stunning looks on a classic putter

The feel of the SeeMore, when struck well, was much nicer than the White Hot insert in my Eleven and more like that of my Atlanta. The feel of the insert is the aspect I most dislike about the Eleven, and I much prefer a milled face. Ultimately, that issue caused it to be dropped from my bag. My main concern with the SeeMore is that I found it difficult to consistently hit the sweet spot. Perhaps that would make this a good training putter to hone my stroke and find the sweet spot more often? I know there are some professionals out there who do similar with clubs like the classic Wilson 8802. But that would be an expensive indulgence, and I doubt I would ever practice enough to justify it either!

Conclusion

Even though it hasn't worked out, I'm glad I tried the SeeMore M7 Tour Platinum. It's scratched an itch and has only cost me return postage. Would I go and get properly fitted for a SeeMore? No, I don't think I would. While I like the look of some of their putters (the Mini-Giant series especially), I don't like the centre shafted designs or the thick top line that the shaft system requires. So this will be a "one-and-done" test for me.

Would I put you off trying one? Absolutely, not! My issues are purely subjective, and your experience will undoubtedly be different. SeeMore make some great quality putters, and they are definitely worth trying for yourself. If you are curious and live in Scotland, then contact Ross MacLeod for a fitting (link). Even if Ross isn't local, I'm sure he can help you. His social media feeds also contain great instructional videos and putting tips. You might find the putter he uses is rather familiar too, and it certainly works well for him!

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I'll leave you with a humorous link - putter addiction