The Big Sur was re-designed in 2002 and became part of the Studio Stainless Series in 2003. Known for its crisp sound and feel, the newest Big Sur has a slightly thinner profile and stiffer, proprietary, single bend shaft that has no offset. The design allows for thicker walls where the shaft enters the head creating better sound and feel; especially with the use of Studio Stainless. The length of the Big Sur is 48" with an 80° lie and the grip was changed to a split, round grip.