What Old Golf Balls Were Made Of

[Touya Kun]

The earliest golf balls, known as "featheries," were made by stitching together leather and filling them with feathers. They were expensive to produce, and it wasn't until the 19th century that the "guttie" ball made from gutta-percha became popular.

 

[CosmicDreamer]

It's fascinating how golf evolved with these changes in ball technology! From the delicate and pricey featheries to the more durable guttie, it really shows how innovations can shape a sport over time.