Among the many pieces of golf equipment necessary to play the classic sport - balls, tees, bags, or shoes, one of the most important accessories a golfer should have is a golf ball retriever. Retrievers come in a variety of sizes and lengths depending on where they need to retrieve the ball from. Golf balls can get stuck anywhere! Whether it be in water hazards or sand traps, a retriever is a necessary instrument for any player.

The Search and Rescue Retriever

Coming in as the longest golf ball retriever on this list, JTD Enterprises has already come out with their stainless-steel Search and Rescue retriever, measuring in at 18-foot retriever and weighing 1.6 pounds, this retriever comes with a one-year warranty. JTD Enterprises has a variety of other retrievers between nine and 24 feet, but the 18-foot is a happy middle ground with lots of control. This retriever can pick up two balls at a time and is a bright orange in color so whether you are trying to find balls in the water or in the forest, you won't be able to miss it.

The Calloway

Calloway recently came out with an aluminum alloy, 15-foot retriever weighing 2.9 pounds. This retractable retriever (up to 45 inches) comes with a one-year warranty, and unlike most other retrievers, comes with its own headcover. A solid choice from one of the best brands in golfing equipment.

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I Gotcha Golf

I Gotcha Golf's amazing product line includes their signature aluminum standard retriever, measuring 15-feet in length and weighing in at only one pound. This retriever's trapping abilities top the list when reeling in from sand pits, water, mud, and bush. The I Gotcha retriever comes with a one-year warranty.

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Signstek

Signstek's retractable golf ball pickup retriever scoop comes in at six pound and 7.2 ounces. This distinct retriever's telescope design, stainless steel shaft, and its handled grip separates it from other retrievers on multiple levels. Although only six feet, this retriever has an automatic lock when a ball is retrieved, so as not to drop the ball again on the way back. Not only can this retriever handle golf balls, but tennis balls and racquetballs as well.

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JP Lann

JP Lann has introduced a new 18-foot, four-pound retriever. Although this retriever is without a warranty and is the heaviest of retrievers on this list, it can easily fit in your bag and is arguably one of the most durable on the list.

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