The HVC, introduced in 1992, was the first two-piece ball to carry the Titleist script. Today's two-piece Titleists are the Tour Soft, Velocity and TruFeel. [1] [2]
Key takeaway: Titleist HVC — 2-piece, cover not confirmed; Discontinued. Best for collectors and nostalgia buyers.
Last checked 3 November 2026. Construction and prices from the maker and launch coverage [1] [2]. Compression figures are labelled by who measured them. We have not run our own ball test yet.
Titleist HVC: construction and price
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
| Release | Introduced 1992 |
| Construction | 2-piece |
| Cover | — |
| Compression | — |
| Price | Discontinued |
"Independent gauge" numbers come from third-party testing, not the maker. A dash means we could not confirm it.
Who it fits
Good for: collectors and nostalgia buyers.
Not for: anyone wanting a ball to score with — buy a current 2-piece Titleist.
Then vs now: what to buy instead
| Spec | Then | Now |
|---|---|---|
| Ball | Titleist HVC | Titleist Tour Balata |
| Construction | 2-piece | Wound, liquid centre |
| Cover | — | Balata |
| Price | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Titleist HVC vs its Titleist siblings
| Ball | Construction | Cover | Price | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titleist HVC | 2-piece | — | Discontinued | Check Price |
| Titleist Tour Balata | Wound, liquid centre | Balata | Discontinued | Check Price |
| Titleist Velocity | 2-piece | Ionomer | $29.99 (2026 model) | Check Price |
FAQ
Is the Titleist HVC still made?
No. The HVC, introduced in 1992, was the first two-piece ball to carry the Titleist script.
What is the compression of the Titleist HVC?
We could not find a published compression figure for the Titleist HVC.
How many pieces is the Titleist HVC?
2-piece.
Who should play the Titleist HVC?
Collectors and nostalgia buyers.
Sources
- Golfmagic — Titleist Pro V1 ball: evolution of a legend (timeline)
- BallCaddie — Titleist golf ball compression chart and buyer's guide (2026)