Multi-layer golf ball
View Patent ↗Multi-layer golf balls having a thin, relatively hard outer core layer surrounding a large, relatively soft inner core layer are provided. The inner core layer generally has a diameter of from 1.5 inches to 1.55 inches. The outer core layer generally has an outer diameter of from 1.6 inches to 1.64 inches. A cover is provided to surround the outer core layer. A moisture barrier layer is optionally provided between the outer core layer and the cover.
1. A golf ball consisting of the following three layers:
an inner core layer having a diameter of from 1.51 inches to 1.58 inches, a compression of 100 or less, a center hardness of from 40 Shore C to 60 Shore C, and an outer surface hardness of from 80 Shore C to 95 Shore C;
an outer core layer formed from a rubber-based composition and having a thickness of from 0.01 inches to 0.06 inches and an outer surface hardness of from 58 Shore D to 70 Shore D; and
a cover layer having a material hardness of from 30 Shore D to 55 Shore D.