Sub 70 005 CS Putter

Blade Putter

Sub 70 built its name selling clubs directly to golfers at roughly half the price of the big OEMs, and the 005 CS is what that philosophy looks like in putter form. It's a milled blade, plain and traditional, sold without a tour validation story or a $400 price tag. What you're paying for is the head shape and the milling, not the marketing.

The 005 CS has mid toe hang, which puts it squarely in slight-arc territory. That's the stroke most golfers actually have, even the ones who think they take the putter straight back and through. If your miss pattern comes from the face rotating a little through impact, a mid-hang blade like this works with that motion instead of fighting it.

One thing to know going in: there's no alignment aid. No sight line, no dot, nothing. That's a deliberate choice, and it sorts players fast. Some golfers aim better with a clean topline and nothing pulling their eye around. Others need a line to feel anchored over the ball. Be honest about which one you are before ordering.

Design

This is a classic Anser-style layout, the blade shape that's been winning tournaments since the 1960s, executed with clean milling and a squared-off, uncluttered look at address. Sub 70 mills its putters rather than casting them, so you get the soft, consistent feel and tight tolerances that used to be reserved for putters costing twice as much. The finish is understated, which fits the brand. Nothing on this putter is trying to get your attention. The mid toe hang comes from the hosel and weight distribution, and it matters more than most spec-sheet lines. Hang the shaft on your finger and the toe points partway toward the ground, roughly 30 to 45 degrees. That balance point matches a stroke with moderate face rotation. Pair that with the bare topline and you have a putter built for feel players who aim with the face and release the head naturally.

Who It's For

• Players with a slight to moderate arc in their stroke who want a blade that matches how their face naturally rotates.
• Feel putters who aim with the topline and the face, and find sight lines distracting rather than helpful.
• Anyone who wants a milled Anser-style blade without paying Scotty Cameron money for the logo on the back.

Technology

About Sub 70

Sub 70 brings a distinctive approach to putter design, focusing on quality materials, precision manufacturing, and performance-driven engineering.

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What stroke type fits the Sub 70 005 CS?

A slight to moderate arc. The mid toe hang means the face wants to open and close a little through the stroke, so it suits players whose putter head naturally rotates. If your stroke is dead straight back and through, a face-balanced mallet is a better match.

Does the 005 CS have an alignment line?

No. The topline is completely clean, with no sight line or dot. Plenty of good putters prefer this because it lets them aim off the face and leading edge, but if you rely on a line to set up square, this isn't the model for you.

Is Sub 70 a legitimate putter brand?

Yes. Sub 70 is a direct-to-consumer company out of Illinois that mills its putters and sells them without retail markup. The quality holds up against name brands. What you give up is resale value and brand recognition, not performance.

How does the 005 CS compare to a Scotty Cameron Newport?

Same basic idea, similar shape, milled construction, comparable feel, at a fraction of the price. The Newport has more refined finish options and far stronger resale value. If you putt with it rather than collect it, the performance gap is much smaller than the price gap.

Can I try the 005 CS before committing?

Sub 70 sells direct and has historically offered a trial program on its clubs, so check their current policy. Since you can't roll putts with one at a big-box store, that trial window matters more here than it would with a putter you can demo locally.

Alternatives to the Sub 70 005 CS

Other blade putter models from different brands, closest to its model year.

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