Ceo Employment Agreement

November 29, 1999


Mr. Anthony Wilkinson 9 Talbot Fold Roundhay Leeds LS813LU United Kingdom


Re: Employment at Ashworth UK Ltd.


Dear Tony:


In accordance with our recent discussions, we are pleased to confirm our offer to you of a position with Ashworth UK Ltd. (the "Company") upon the following terms and conditions:


1. Position; Reporting; Commencement. The initial position shall be
Managing Director, and you shall report to Randall Herrel in his
position of President/CEO. You shall commence employment on April 1,
1999. You will be required to observe the Company's personnel and
business policies and procedures. In the event of any conflict, the
terms of this letter will control.


2. Base Salary; Reviews. You will receive an annual salary of 81,250
British Pounds less applicable withholding and deductions, which is
payable monthly. Employees are generally given performance reviews on or
about October of each year.


3. Bonus Program. You have an opportunity to receive a bonus of 12,500
British Pounds based on profitability. This is a cash bonus and is paid
on the first Friday of February following the close of the prior fiscal
year (October 31).


4. Stock Options. The Company will grant you 15,000 options to purchase
shares of the Company's common stock at an exercise price equal to the
closing share price the day your employment commences. The options will
vest over a three year period, i.e., 5,000 vesting on April 1, 2000;
5,000 vesting April 1, 2001; and 5,000 vesting April 1, 2002. Options
will be exercisable for a period of time from the vesting date as
defined by the Company's Stock Option Plan.


5. Pension Plan. If the Company develops a pension plan, you will be
eligible to participate in the Company's plan at the first entry date.


6. Insurance Benefits. The Company will provide you with supplemental
health insurance for you and your spouse. Such plan shall not exceed
50 British Pounds/month.


7. Club Fees. The Company will provide you with annual club fees not to
exceed 800 British Pounds per year beginning January 1, 2000.


8. Vacation/Holiday. You are entitled to paid time off equal to 20
business days per year plus Bank Holidays.


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