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Non-Controlling Interests (Detail) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($)
Cost Reduction Initiatives | Golf Ball | Manufacturing |
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] |
Write-down of assets and exit costs associated with reorganization | $ 5,579

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