Bridgestone Tour B X vs Bridgestone e12 Contact
Which is right for your game?
Bridgestone
Tour B X
tour urethane
Compression
80 (Mid)
0 120
Bridgestone
e12 Contact
premium surlyn
Compression
73 (Mid)
0 120
Spec comparison
Spec
Tour B X
e12 Contact
Compression
80
73
Cover
urethane
surlyn
Spin
mid-high
mid
Feel
mid
mid
Construction
4-piece
3-piece
Category
tour
premium
Swing Speed
105–130 mph
80–105 mph
Price tier
Premium
Mid-Range
Choose the Tour B X if…
- ✓ You prioritize short game spin and greenside control
- ✓ You swing over 95 mph and want firmer feedback
- ✓ Faster, firmer Tour B for high-speed players
Choose the e12 Contact if…
- ✓ You have a slower swing speed or prefer a softer feel
- ✓ Budget matters — the e12 Contact costs less per dozen
- ✓ Contact Force Dimple creates better ball-to-face contact at impact for more accurate, straighter shots