PGA Tour Vault Book: Preserving a Legacy in Print
Producing a large-format, award-winning publication that celebrates the history and legacy of the PGA TOUR.
PGA Tour
Project Overview
The PGA TOUR Vault is a groundbreaking, oversized coffee table book created to honor the rich history, iconic players, and defining moments of the PGA TOUR. Spanning 522 pages, the project demanded precision, coordination, and strict brand and color management.
O’Neil partnered with Vault Media Group and BindTech to manage the complex printing and production process. Despite global supply chain disruptions, large-format production constraints, and uncompromising quality expectations, the collaboration resulted in an award-winning publication that now serves as a benchmark for high-end publishing.
The project included two editions:
- Marquee Edition (19.5” × 19.5”): A limited collectible version created for country clubs and private clients.
- Classic Edition (14” × 14”): A premium edition available to the public.
Client Overview
Vault Media Group is a leader in premium storytelling projects, known for producing high-end publications for globally recognized brands and cultural icons. With approval and support of the PGA TOUR, Vault Media Group set out to create a definitive book capturing professional golf through immersive storytelling and extraordinary visuals. O’Neil was selected as the print and production partner responsible for executing the vision with accuracy and consistency.
Producing a book of this scale required solving multiple challenges at once…
material availability, oversized production constraints, and uncompromising quality expectations tied to one of the most recognized brands in sports.
The Challenge
Supply Chain Constraints
More than 250,000 sheets of specialized Sappi Opus paper were required during a period of global supply chain disruption.
Large-Format Production
The Marquee edition’s size created challenges in printing, binding, handling, and logistics due to scale and weight.
Color and Brand Precision
With more than 1,500 high-resolution images across 522 pages, consistent image reproduction required tight color control and multiple press checks.
The O’Neil Approach
O’Neil worked closely with Vault Media Group and BindTech to solve production challenges with disciplined planning and collaboration. The team approached the project holistically, balancing material availability, press efficiency, and brand integrity without compromising quality.
On the O’Neil Platform, publications work is supported by connected production planning, proofing rigor, and partner coordination so quality holds up across every copy and both editions.
What We Did
- Led production planning for a 522-page, large-format, two-edition publication
- Managed sourcing constraints for specialized paper and optimized sheet usage
- Executed strict color management and multiple press checks for image consistency
- Produced the book across two sizes, including an oversized collectible edition
- Applied specialty UV coatings to enhance visual and tactile experiences
- Produced fold-out pages to support immersive storytelling at scale
- Coordinated binding and finishing with BindTech to deliver a premium, durable final piece
- Managed complex production logistics across partners to meet quality expectations
What We Delivered
O’Neil optimized sheet usage to maximize available Sappi Opus paper, allowing production to move forward despite material constraints. Advanced printing techniques supported the oversized Marquee edition, while strict color controls helped ensure consistency across all copies.
Specialty UV coatings enhanced visual and tactile experiences, including a custom treatment applied to sand trap imagery. Fold-out pages were incorporated to showcase landscapes and key moments at full scale. Working with BindTech, O’Neil ensured binding delivered durability and a premium, collectible feel.
Results and Impact
Best of Show PIA Award
Recognized for exceptional craftsmanship and print quality.
National Sappi Sample
Selected as a national sample for Sappi’s Opus paper line.
Ongoing Demand
Both the Marquee and Classic editions continue to be sought after.
In the Client’s Words
“The PGA TOUR Vault is a modern work of art that features high-resolution images in spectacular scale, brought to life through innovative print techniques that transport readers into the history of the game.”
Vault Media Group
Creative Partner
Why O’Neil
The PGA TOUR Vault demonstrates O’Neil’s ability to manage complex, high-profile publications where precision, timing, and trust are non-negotiable. By protecting brand standards, coordinating production across partners, and solving constraints without losing quality, O’Neil helped deliver a benchmark in luxury publishing. This is the O’Neil Platform at work: connected planning, disciplined execution, and accountability that holds from first press check to final bind.
Let’s Build Something Worth Collecting
If your project demands precision, scale, and uncompromising quality, O’Neil is ready to help bring it to life.