Cigar divot repair tools make great gifts for the guy who loves to play golf and also enjoy a cigar. These neat little items usually come with a cigar cutter, plus a little flip out ledge that you can sit your cigar in while you go hit your next shot. You just stick the divot repair forks in the ground and flip the little cigar holder down, place your cigar on it, and go hit your shot.

These kinds of divot repair tools make great little gifts. You can have them personalized with the name of the recipient, or have it show the logo of his favorite sports team or favorite golf course.

Cigar divot repair tools are normally made out of some kind of metal, but you can also find them made out of wood or plastic. depending on the quality of the tool, expect to pay somewhere between $15 and $20 for a cigar cutter divot repair tool.

Magnetic Divot Repair Tools

Most golf divot repair tools, other than the very least expensive versions, also have a magnetized area that holds a ball mark. The ball mark is usually a quarter sized disc the golfer can use to mark his ball on the green rather then using an actual coin.

The nice thing about these ball marks is they give a great place to show whatever logo the golfer wants to show. Most golf course stock divot repair tools with a magnetized ball marker that shows their course logo.

A great gift idea is to have a magnetized divot repair tool with ball marker made with the logo of the recipient’s favorite sports team. Every time he marks his golf ball on a green, he is showing off the logo of his team. This usually prompts comments from the playing partners of the golfer using the logo ball marker and can make for a lot of entertainment.

Metal Divot Repair Tool

Golf divot repair tools can be made out of a variety of materials. Except for the very cheapest versions, most divot repair tools are made out of some type of metal.

Stainless steel versions of divot repair tools are usually the nicest ones as they have a shiny, classy look to them. They also tend to be very strong. One downside of stainless steel is it can scratch easily, and also is heavier than other materials like aluminum.

Aluminum is also a popular material for divot repair tools. it is very light weight, but can also be damaged rather easily. The nice thing about an aluminum divot repair tool though, is the job it performs is not something that is likely to damage the tool. Since you will be carrying the divot tool in your pocket throughout the round of golf, taking weight into consideration is not a bad idea.

Like any other material a divot repair tool is made out of, any of the metal versions can be customized or personalized and make great gifts.


Personalized And Logo Divot Repair Tool

One of the best little golf gift ideas is a logo divot repair tool. This gift is both personal for a golfer. Every golfer carries a divot repair tool, and a golfer following the rules of golf etiquette uses that divot repair tool as many as 18 times per round of golf. If you take an item that gets that much use, and add the recipient’s name, or favorite sports logo, or anything that is personal to that golfer, you have created the perfect gift!

Golf divot repair tools can be customized with any logo you can imagine. If someone in your company is retiring and you want to give them a gift with the company logo on it, a golf divot repair tool is a great choice. Have a divot tool engraved with the names of the bride and groom along with the groomsmen and present one to each groomsman as a gift.

Some golfers like to personalize their own items, so if you are one of them you don’t have to wait for a gift. Pick your favorite divot repair tool and have your name, initials, and/or favorite logo on it.

Plastic Divot Repair Tool

Plastic divot repair tools are definitely the least expensive versions. You can often find companies willing to make customized plastic divot repair tools in bulk quantities. These are great for handouts at company functions or charity events, or many times they are given away at local golf courses. Of course, in that case, the course always puts their logo on the divot repair tools it gives away and in the process gains some free advertising.

Other than their low cost, the biggest advantage of plastic divot repair tools is their light weight. Since the golfer will be carrying this in his or her pocket all day, and if it is light enough to not even notice it being in there, then so much the better. On these plastic versions, there is not usually a way to attach the divot repair tool to your hat or belt, but since the price is so low, it is not a big deal if it gets lost during the course of your round of golf.

Retractable And Switchblade Divot Repair Tools

There a lot of different options in this family of divot repair tools. There quite a few available that come in switchblade form. In other words, you push a little button and the little forks that are the working end of the divot tool will pop out from the side. Sometimes this type of divot repair tool has other functions built in, like a swiss army knife set up with multiple gadgets that can pop out. If you like this kind of divot tool, it pays to get one of higher quality as the cheaper versions do not last. A golf divot repair tool is a simple tool. if you complicate it by getting a version that has moving parts and it happens to be low quality, it probably will not last.

The retractable versions of the divot repair tool are close in operation to the switchblade version. The difference is the working end on the retractable version will usually come straight out of the end of the handle rather than folding out like a switchblade. The retractable versions do not usually come with any other functions, except perhaps a magnetic ball marker. This version of the divot repair tool is simple, takes up less room than most other versions, and is usually fairly low priced. As with the other versions with moving parts, it definitely pays to spend a couple of more dollars for quality.

Victorinox Swiss Army Golf Tool With Callaway Golf Balls

$36.99

Florida Gators – NCAA Divot Tool and Ball Marker Golf Gift Set

$10.00

Divot Tool Key Ring

$14.95

Mcarthur Chicago Bears Divot Tool & Hat Clip

$17.99

Golf-04 Episcopal Shield Heavy Duty Golf Divot Tool and Golf Ball Marker

$19.95

Duke Blue Devils – NCAA Divot Tool and Ball Marker Golf Gift Set

$13.95

Alabama Crimson Tide – NCAA Divot Tool and Ball Marker Golf Gift Set

$13.95

USC Trojans – NCAA Divot Tool and Ball Marker Golf Gift Set

$10.00

LSU Tigers Towel, Divot Tool & 3 Ball Gift Set LWJAQGFT

$36.95

Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks Cap Clip Divot Tool & 3 Ball Gift Set LWCAPGFT

$28.95

We all know someone who loves to play golf. In fact, if you are reading this you probably know quite a few people who love to play golf. Well, there are occasions that call for giving a gift that both reflects some thought and tries to cater to something in the recipients life that will make it a good fit. There are many gifts that are great for golfers, but why not give that golfer something they will use not only every time they play, but multiple times during every round of golf? To fit that definition of a gift, give them a divot repair tool.

On the surface the idea of giving someone a divot repair tool sounds pretty boring, especially if the person giving the gift is not a golfer. Believe me when I tell you it is a great gift idea and WILL be appreciated! Golf divot tools are pretty inexpensive, but the best part is they can be personalized or customized in a lot of different ways. So, while you may just spend $10 on a gift, to the recipient golfer, it is a very functional and personal gift that they are sure to appreciate.

Most golfers also enjoy other sports. Why not find out their absolute favorite sport and team and give them a custom divot repair tool that has their team’s logo? Rewarding an employee or celebrating the retirement of someone at work? Give them a personalized divot repair tool that has both their name, time at the company, and the company logo. Not all golfers wear watches, but they ALL need a divot repair tool! You can even get divot repair tools with built in cigar cutters and a little stand so the golfer can put his cigar down while hitting his shot.

Another great gift idea is to use personalized divot repair tools as gifts for the groomsmen at your wedding. A stainless steel divot repair tool engraved with the names of the bride, groom, date of marriage, and personalized for the recipient makes an excellent gift.

When it comes to gift giving, think of the recipient. If that person is a golfer, you can’t go wrong with a golf divot repair tool. Divot tools are available in a wide variety of materials, colors, and personalization options. But the best part is they reflect your thoughtfulness and will get plenty of use by the appreciative recipient. That is a good outcome to the gift giving experience.

The truth is there are many options when it comes to purchasing a divot repair tool. You can get a plastic divot repair tool at the counter of the pro shop when paying for your round and that will only cost you around a dollar. But most serious golfers want something with a little more substance.

We all know one of those guys who likes to casually show up with the latest gadget and see if anyone notices. Then when someone notices you cannot get him to stop talking about it! Divot repair tools are a gadget that can run along those lines.

You have to think about a couple of things when making your choice in divot repair tools. First, how do you want to carry the tool? You can get divot tools that clip to your hat or belt, or a divot tool that you just carry in your pocket.

Next, what do you want your divot repair tool to do? Yes, of course you want it to repair divots, but there are many other things you can incorporate into your divot repair tool. Many have a magnetized area and come with a round ball mark that can have your favorite team logo, your name, or even just the logo of your favorite golf course on it. Are you a cigar smoker? If so then perhaps a divot repair tool that has a built in cigar cutter and holder for your cigar is a good choice for you.

The bottom line is golfers do not need much besides their clubs, balls, and golf tees. The only other thing a golfer really needs to carry is a divot repair tool and a ball mark. As you have just seen, you can combine those two things so why not do it? Personalize your divot tool with your name and/or favorite sports team logo, and you are off the the golf course!

We have all stood on the green, lined up our putt, and realized there was a big dent in the green that our ball would have to deal with on it’s path to the hole. There are few things more annoying than this. it takes approximately 5 seconds to properly repair your ball mark when you arrive at the green, but for some reason a lot of people just refuse to do it. Every golfer on the course should carry a divot repair tool, but not everyone does.

The standard line you see posted in golf carts or on score cards is the encouragement to repair two divots on each green; yours and one other. Can you imagine how perfect every green on every golf course would be if even half of all golfers would do this? Half the golfers, each repairing 2 divots, would effectively repair every ball mark on every course! But that is much easier said than done, mostly because many golfers just refuse to do it.

The nice thing about golf is it is truly the sport of gentlemen. It is the norm for golfers to call penalties on themselves. If you are a golfer who follows the spirit of the game, and you would actually call your own penalty and score yourself appropriately, why feel bad about reporting another golfer who is NOT following the rules? Turn him in! If the course you pay your hard earned money to is being damaged by someone, consider it your duty, rather than an option, to report him. Your fellow golfers will appreciate you, and who cares what the guy you reported thinks?

Golfers should police themselves. On any given day on most courses there are maybe 1 or 2 Rangers riding the course. They cannot see everything, and even if they did many are volunteers and look the other way at etiquette violations. It is up to us, the rank and file of casual golfers, to police our sport and improve the playing experience for all of us.

When you pack your clubs, make sure you bring your hat, some sunscreen, your divot repair tool, and some common sense to the course. Your fellow golfers will appreciate you for it.

Odyssey AC ODY Divot Tool, Blister Pack

$9.95

Callaway Hybrid Divot Tool/Ball Marker

$8.67

Victorinox Swiss Army Golf Tool With Callaway Golf Balls

$36.99

Champ FlipFix Folding Divot Tool/Ball Marker

$8.98

Adidas Divot Repair Tool/Ball Marker

$10.49

Sarge SK-GT Golf Series 2 7/8″ Push Button Divot Tool

$10.99

Fiz Golf DT Divot Tool with Ball Cleaning Sponge

$1.99

PGA Tour Divot Tool and Cap Clip Trio

$14.99

ProActive Sport Greenbuddy Switch-Blade Divot Tool, Core Accessories, golf divot tool switch

$12.40

Stiletto Green Tool Divot Repair ~ Black or Pink

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Any serious golfer knows that golf is not a cheap sport. You have to dress to a certain standard, and a set of golf clubs will set you back several hundred dollars. Once you have the clothes and clubs, you still need balls and tees and then you have to pay your way onto the golf course. So as you can see, you will be spending some money if you want to play this game!

The good news is that once you have the clubs, balls, tees, and clothes you don’t need to pay for much else except of course your greens fees. Well, we both know there will be those little silly bets that all golfers make during a round of golf, but at least that is something you control.

The point is that golf is not a sport for those with empty wallets. But to enjoy the game and comply with the requirements of golf etiquette, you do need one other small thing. That is a divot repair tool. “What’s a divot?”, you ask? Wow, you are new to this game! OK, let me explain. When you hit your approach shot into a green, the ball will land and skip. When it hits the green it will usually take a little ball sized bite out of the grass. That ball mark is the divot.

Imagine if golfers went around a golf course all day and nobody repaired their divots? It would be golf chaos! Greens are meticulously manicured and since the grass is so short it is very susceptible to damage. Your ball can cause a divot even if you have just a short shot into the green. Imagine trying to putt consistently if your ball is running through divot marks on the green. This game is hard enough! For that reason, upon arrival on a green, always inspect the area where your ball landed. If you find a divot, repair it with your divot repair tool.

Divot repair tools come in many shapes, sizes, and styles. But the working end of the divot tool will almost always be pretty much the same. It will consist of two points and a wider handle. The operation is simple; insert the forks into the ground at a 45 degree angle just behind the divot. Push the divot tool into and under the divot and then lift slightly while giving it a slight twist. This will loosen up the dirt under the damaged grass. Now, pull the divot tool out of the ground and pat the spot with the base of your putter. This procedure only takes a few seconds, but when you are finished the surface should be flat enough to not throw a ball off course should it run over that spot. The grass will grow back in a day or two.

So after you have spent hundreds on clubs, clothes, booze, bets and greens fees, do everyone a favor and spend just a couple of more dollars and keep a golf divot repair tool in your bag.