Our Partners
Since 1953, the brand has been defined by Ben Hogan’s original promise to make clubs “as near perfect as modern tools can make them,” and that legacy still shows in their forging. Their irons are known for exceptionally tight tolerances, consistent grain structure, and the unmistakable feel that only true forging delivers. Working with Hogan means aligning ourselves with a company that values discipline, classic shaping, and measurable consistency — a philosophy that fits naturally with our own.
EPON is one of our most respected partners because they represent the absolute pinnacle of Japanese forging — the kind of craftsmanship that doesn’t just make great clubs, it sets the standard everyone else tries to reach. Every EPON head is produced at the legendary Endo forging house, where ultra‑tight tolerances, mirror‑smooth grain structure, and meticulous shaping create irons and wedges known for their purity of feel and flawless consistency. Their designs blend traditional elegance with modern precision, giving golfers that unmistakable forged feedback while still delivering real performance gains. Working with EPON means aligning ourselves with a brand that treats clubmaking as an art form, and that commitment to perfection fits seamlessly with our own philosophy.
Maltby is one of our most aligned partners because their entire philosophy revolves around engineering‑first design and delivering measurable performance without the marketing fluff. Ralph Maltby’s approach to clubmaking has always been rooted in real data — playability indexes, geometric consistency, and designs built to help golfers strike the ball more cleanly and more often. Their forged irons and wedges carry that reputation forward with exceptional feel, smart shaping, and materials chosen for precision rather than hype. Maltby has quietly become the go‑to brand for golfers who care more about how a club performs than what logo is on it.
In MyGolfSpy’s 2026 Editor’s Choice Awards, Tour Edge earned Company of the Year for delivering top‑tier results in drivers, hybrids, utilities, irons, and even their first‑ever Exotics golf ball . Their Exotics Max driver placed top‑three overall and led accuracy and forgiveness for mid‑swing speeds, the Exotics Max hybrid earned Best Value with #1 distance, the Exotics CB player’s irons ranked #1 in forgiveness, and the Hot Launch Max D irons took 1st overall and Best Value in the super‑game‑improvement category. Partnering with a brand that wins across the board — not just in one category — reinforces our commitment to performance, data‑driven craft, and gear that genuinely helps golfers play better.
Kelly & Co Golf brings decades of golf-industry experience together with a fresh approach to putter design. Led by David Kelly, a 45+ year industry veteran and former COO of L.A.B. Golf, the company is built around precision, fitting, and equipment engineered for the individual golfer. Their innovative, highly adjustable putter designs reflect the kind of thoughtful engineering and attention to detail that makes Kelly & Co Golf a natural fit for Black Swan Iron Works.
GolfWorks is a key partner because they offer one of the deepest, most reliable selections of premium shafts and grips in the industry. Their lineup covers every major shaft manufacturer — from Fujikura and Mitsubishi to True Temper, Project X, Graphite Design, and KBS — giving golfers access to the same tour‑proven profiles trusted at the highest levels. Their grip catalog is just as strong, featuring full ranges from Golf Pride, Lamkin, Winn, SuperStroke, and other category leaders. Whether a golfer needs cutting‑edge graphite, classic steel, lightweight options, or specialized performance grips, GolfWorks remains the go‑to source for components that meet true industry standards.