Why We Like It
At first blush this iron would appear to be little more than old-school cool with nothing transformative about the design, but this isn’t your grandfather’s Staff Model. The classic “fluid-feel hosel” doesn’t just pay homage to this iron’s storied past. It also saves 6.4 grams that is moved to the toe area to help keep the clubface from shutting too fast at impact. The mill pattern on the face is designed to allow the ball to stay in contact with the face longer, leading to more consistent spin.
Characteristics
- Mill pattern and new blasting add surface roughness to the face.
- 2-iron and 3-iron are available by custom order.
- 7-iron: 34 degrees; PW: 46 degrees
Highlights
- Top 5 highest-flying players irons, middle-handicaps
- Top 5 softest-feeling players irons, low swing speeds
- Top 5 softest-feeling players irons, medium swing speeds
- Top 5 softest-feeling players irons, fast swing speeds
Price
$171 per iron
HOT LIST PLAYERS FEEDBACK
Ratings are based on players’ assessments in three key performance areas.
Reviews
Glides through the turf without catching or digging. Strikes feel explosive with a nice, high ball flight. Consistently getting my longest distance numbers.
Thomas, 59, Handicap: 7Feel like I can’t miss with these in my hand. For a guy that likes to see a straight ball flight, these are great, and off-center strikes are very forgiving.
Jamie, 51, Handicap: 5Slightly softer feel. Shots come off high and hold the line well. What you feel and hear is what you see from the ball flight.
RC, 62, Handicap: 7Why Impact Is Critical to Your Iron Play
Consistent shot shape requires one skill above all others: the ability to make flush contact with the ball. It’s the No. 1 fundamental in golf, and without it, this game can be an eternal mystery. Here, Sean Hogan, one of Golf Digest’s Best Teachers in Florida, helps you improve your impact from tee to green.
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