The feathery golf ball, originating in the 17th century, was a handcrafted marvel. Made by tightly stitching a leather cover stuffed with boiled goose feathers, it provided a smoother flight than the wooden ball. While primitive, the feathery marked an essential evolution in golf ball design, paving the way for modern innovations.

 

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