Not Counterfeit
Clone golf clubs are not counterfeit. The main difference is counterfeit clubs are illegally sold under a brand name and usually sold for the same price or slightly cheaper. Clone clubs are sold under a generic name and are much cheaper.
Price
Brand-name golf clubs are more expensive because they spend a lot on advertising and promotion. Clone clubs do not have this expense, and the savings are passed on to the consumer.
Materials
Clone golf clubs are made from the same materials as their brand-name counterparts.
Workmanship
Clone golf clubs are approximately the same workmanship as brand-name clubs and are often made at the same foundry.
Customization
An advantage to clone golf clubs is they often can be customized for the individual golfer. A pro line of golf clubs does not offer this.
About The Author
Darin McGilvra is a writer in Southern California. He has been a writer since 1997. He worked as a sports writer and copy editor for newspapers for more than 12 years before becoming a freelance writer. His articles have appeared recently in "The Californian" newspaper in Temecula, Calif. McGilvra holds a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics education from Northwest Nazarene College.