Feather Ball

A historical golf ball construction method used in early golf, consisting of leather covering stuffed with goose or duck feathers, representing one of the earliest ball technologies before the development of modern rubber and synthetic materials. Feather balls, also called 'featheries,' were handmade, expensive, and played differently than modern balls due to their construction and materials. Understanding golf ball history helps appreciate the evolution of equipment technology and its impact on the game's development. Feather balls represent golf's heritage and the craftsmanship involved in early golf equipment manufacturing.