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I have had my current set of irons 3 years now

They have taken me from an 18 HC to where I am now but ever since joining the forum my feet have been itching for new Irons or the possibility of getting new Irons

So have had a few demo days over the last week with the final one today

Have tried

Callaway Apex Pro
Ping S55 and I25
Titleist CB forged and AP2
TM TPMC ( new model )

They are have their good points and bad points

Visually I'm not a fan of the Pings , the Callaways Top line just looks at big too big

The AP2's are nice but the TM and the CB Forged are just visually stunning clubs

Performance wise - distance was improved from my old clubs by a bit and most of the clubs were all about the same distance and spin with good launch angle ( if anyone wants the figures they can try and remember them )

Dispersion - again they were all similar but the S55 and CB forged were just a bit wayward on a shot not hit as sweetly ( expected )

Consistency - all the same again bar the 55 and CB again - a missed strike pushed a ball a bit

All the same sort of price - all come with my preferred Dynamic Golf Shaft and free grip change to the Lamkins I prefer

So the question is - is it really worth splashing out on new irons for small increases in performance but more an itchy feet type want of change

And what's peoples views on the clubs listed ? I think I have prob narrowed it down to two

And finally I blame you all for me wanting to change or upgrade my irons :D
 
What do you want to achieve? Greater consistency, more control to shape shots, distance, greater cool factor?

You could also look at hybrid sets, for example MP54 long/medium and MP4s in short irons? Come with TT DGs.
 
one thing people rarely think about when they go to "test" clubs is the lie angle. how can you say one club is better than another if they are not your specification, for example flat or upright.


find a set you like the look of, then get them set up properly for you.

you cant just pick two sets up off the rack and say one is more accurate that the other.
 
Personally I don't think you need to see a big improvement to warrant buying new clubs. If you can afford it then why not.
 
Phil, would I be right in thinking that you've actually only got a shortlist of 1 set and you're hoping that we will convince you to get them? Just read through your post and tell me which set stands out... :D
 
bluewolf said:
Phil, would I be right in thinking that you've actually only got a shortlist of 1 set and you're hoping that we will convince you to get them? Just read through your post and tell me which set stands out... :D
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It's actually two stand out - think I was being a bit harsh on the Titleist CB - it was just a couple lazy shots

The mixed set has possibilities with the AP2's

But yes the TM TP have caught my eye :D
 
As a certified TM fanboy you have 2 options in my mind Phil:

1) buy the Taylormades
2) go and visit a club builder/fitter, have a full custom fit and then buy the Taylormades

;)
 
Liverpoolphil said:
It's actually two stand out - think I was being a bit harsh on the Titleist CB - it was just a couple lazy shots

The mixed set has possibilities with the AP2's

But yes the TM TP have caught my eye :D
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Well if you can spare the cash then treat yourself... Brand loyalty isn't a crime as long as you don't go all the way and wear only the corresponding clothing etc.. Then it most definitely is a crime, punishable by chemical castration..;)
 
Liverpoolphil said:
I have had my current set of irons 3 years now

They have taken me from an 18 HC to where I am now but ever since joining the forum my feet have been itching for new Irons or the possibility of getting new Irons

So have had a few demo days over the last week with the final one today

Have tried

Callaway Apex Pro
Ping S55 and I25
Titleist CB forged and AP2
TM TPMC ( new model )

They are have their good points and bad points

Visually I'm not a fan of the Pings , the Callaways Top line just looks at big too big

The AP2's are nice but the TM and the CB Forged are just visually stunning clubs

Performance wise - distance was improved from my old clubs by a bit and most of the clubs were all about the same distance and spin with good launch angle ( if anyone wants the figures they can try and remember them )

Dispersion - again they were all similar but the S55 and CB forged were just a bit wayward on a shot not hit as sweetly ( expected )

Consistency - all the same again bar the 55 and CB again - a missed strike pushed a ball a bit

All the same sort of price - all come with my preferred Dynamic Golf Shaft and free grip change to the Lamkins I prefer

So the question is - is it really worth splashing out on new irons for small increases in performance but more an itchy feet type want of change

And what's peoples views on the clubs listed ? I think I have prob narrowed it down to two

And finally I blame you all for me wanting to change or upgrade my irons :D
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No!
 
Located where you are might I suggest seeing my Mizuno guy in Tring and ask Fundy for contact with Alex at Orka before you pull the trigger?

My feeling is though that you dont need new clubs! I think you should cos you want to, but I don't think you will need them!
 
Hmm, just read Fundy`s post above.... ye, you defiantly don't need new clubs... Done give TM your money!!! Your better than that!! :)
 
Alex1975 said:
Located where you are might I suggest seeing my Mizuno guy in Tring and ask Fundy for contact with Alex at Orka before you pull the trigger?

My feeling is though that you dont need new clubs! I think you should cos you want to, but I don't think you will need them!
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Wouldve recommended Alex but pretty sure Phil has said in the past he doesnt like the Orka irons
 
Alex1975 said:
Located where you are might I suggest seeing my Mizuno guy in Tring and ask Fundy for contact with Alex at Orka before you pull the trigger?

My feeling is though that you dont need new clubs! I think you should cos you want to, but I don't think you will need them!
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Not a fan of the Orkas mate - just don't like them visually

Not found a set of Mizunos that I like the feel of in my hand - again never been a fan. Where in Tring is your guy ?
 
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