Honma D1 vs Honma D1 Spin
The Honma D1 is a two-piece with 368 dimples, low with driver, medium with short iron spin golf ball; the Honma D1 Spin is two-piece with 360 dimples, medium with driver, medium with short iron spin. According to the official list they differ in dimples, driver spin. Both are on the R&A and USGA List of Conforming Golf Balls effective until 6 October 2026.
Side by side, what the list says
| Honma D1 | Honma D1 Spin | |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | two-piece | two-piece |
| Covers | single cover | single cover |
| Dimples | 368 | 360 |
| Driver spin | low | medium |
| Short-iron spin | medium | medium |
| Manufacturer | Honma Golf Co. Ltd. | Honma Golf Co. Ltd. |
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Colours on the list | yellow, orange, pink, green, white | green, orange, white, yellow |
| Entries on the list | 21 | 8 |
Data declared by each manufacturer on the List of Conforming Golf Balls (USGA and R&A). In bold, what changes from one to the other.
Where they differ
- Dimples: 368 · 360
- Driver spin: low · medium
- Colours on the list: yellow, orange, pink, green, white · green, orange, white, yellow
- Entries on the list: 21 · 8
Where they match
- Construction: two-piece
- Covers: single cover
- Short-iron spin: medium
- Manufacturer: Honma Golf Co. Ltd.
- Country: Japan
Which one suits you?
- Off the driver the Honma D1 declares less spin, which usually means more distance and a straighter flight.
- 368 dimples versus 360: that is what each manufacturer declares; the number alone does not say which flies better.
- Compression, cover material and price are not on the official list. When we have them with a source, they will appear here.
Where to buy them
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Frequently asked
How do the Honma D1 and the Honma D1 Spin differ?
Dimples: 368 versus 360; Driver spin: low versus medium. Data declared by each manufacturer on the official list.
Which has more dimples, the Honma D1 or the Honma D1 Spin?
The Honma D1: 368 dimples versus 360.
Which spins more with a short iron?
Both declare medium short-iron spin.
Are both conforming for competition play?
Yes: both are on the R&A and USGA List of Conforming Golf Balls effective until 6 October 2026. For a ruling, always check the current edition of the list.