have been produced by Acushnet since 1935. Titleist's balls were also the most used balls at the 1949 U.S. Open. Vokey Design The Vokey brand was established by Bob Vokey (b. 1939), a Canadian craftsman who left his home country to establish in the U.S. As his attempts as a golfer failed, Vokey started manufacturing golf clubs. References External links 1910 establishments in Massachusetts 2011 mergers and acquisitions 2016 initial public offerings American companies established in 1910 Clothing companies established in 1910 Companies based in New Bedford, Massachusetts Companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange Fortune Brands brands Golf equipment manufacturers Manufacturing companies established in 1910 Shoe companies of the United States Sporting goods manufacturers of the United States