Other Sports Golf- Best Irons for under $500?

tyton75 · 05-27-2008, 07:56 AM

I'm thinking about getting a new set of Irons that will last me, well, probably forever.

I know there are a lot of golfers on here and just thought I would see what folks had to say.

I'm about a 15 handicap and have been using my first set of irons for the last 7 years; Wilson ProStaff Graphites.. they are ehh.. and I'm just wanting to get a premiere set to last.

I've been thinking about the Taylor Made r7 steel shafts from Dick's; but any suggestions would be appreciated!!

smittysbar · 05-27-2008, 08:17 AM

ebay.

You can get one hell of a set on ebay for under five. 15 handicap, you might look at big bertha's, very forgiving. I hit Callaway Fusions and LOVE them. I have hit a ton of clubs and these seem to give me great ball control. Working it left and right, forgiving on mishits and have a great look.

Mr. Plow · 05-27-2008, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by smittysbar

ebay.

You can get one hell of a set on ebay for under five. 15 handicap, you might look at big bertha's, very forgiving. I hit Callaway Fusions and LOVE them. I have hit a ton of clubs and these seem to give me great ball control. Working it left and right, forgiving on mishits and have a great look.

That's what I'm hitting too. Love them.

Bill Lundberg · 05-27-2008, 08:28 AM

I just bought a set of Cleveland CG Golds. They were $599.00. I hit the Callaway Big Bertha's, Ping G10, and a set of Titleist's and I hit the Clevelands better than all of them. The set came with a hybrid 3 and 4 iron. I absolutely love the hybrids, I have never been able to hit a regular 3 or 4 but I knock the shit out of the ball with the hybrids.

tyton75 · 05-27-2008, 08:38 AM

The only thing keeping me away from ebay atm is that I really want to test them first and I know Dicks has a test range in the store... maybe I'll go trial some of these and then hit ebay

No love for the Taylor Mades?

Mr. Plow · 05-27-2008, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by tyton75

The only thing keeping me away from ebay atm is that I really want to test them first and I know Dicks has a test range in the store... maybe I'll go trial some of these and then hit ebay

No love for the Taylor Mades?

I think my brother-in-law has Taylor Mades. Not sure which ones though.

Bill Lundberg · 05-27-2008, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by tyton75

The only thing keeping me away from ebay atm is that I really want to test them first and I know Dicks has a test range in the store... maybe I'll go trial some of these and then hit ebay

No love for the Taylor Mades?

Golf Galaxy has a simulated range in store as well.

**RockChalk** · 05-27-2008, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by tyton75

The only thing keeping me away from ebay atm is that I really want to test them first and I know Dicks has a test range in the store... maybe I'll go trial some of these and then hit ebay

No love for the Taylor Mades?

if you are serious about getting a quality set of irons that are right for you, then please do more than hit them at the Dick's test range or any indoor range for that matter.

a prior post mentioned going to a demo day. i did this last year and tried out a variety of irons, but focused mainly on Pings since that's what I've grown accustomed to. after hitting at the demo day, I was interested in the Ping I5's (a little out of your price range of $500) so I went to the local store and borrowed the demo I5's to play a round with. Most local stores who are authorized Ping dealers will let you do this...not sure what Dick's policy is.

**OnTheWarpath15** · 05-27-2008, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by RockChalk

if you are serious about getting a quality set of irons that are right for you, then please do more than hit them at the Dick's test range or any indoor range for that matter.

a prior post mentioned going to a demo day. i did this last year and tried out a variety of irons, but focused mainly on Pings since that's what I've grown accustomed to. after hitting at the demo day, I was interested in the Ping I5's (a little out of your price range of $500) so I went to the local store and borrowed the demo I5's to play a round with. Most local stores who are authorized Ping dealers will let you do this...not sure what Dick's policy is.

Actually, both the Ping G5 and I5's have come down in price, and I'd HIGHLY recommend either.

http://www.tgw.com/customer/category...TEGORY_ID=6363

http://www.tgw.com/customer/category...TEGORY_ID=6362

The G5's are probably better suited for your skill level.

I would absolutely take the time to visit an authorized Ping fitter/retailer and be fitted properly for irons. Even if you don't go with Ping, you can use the information to have a different brand bent to your specs.

I would avoid places like Dick's and Golf Galaxy if at all possible. Try to find a local demo day or pro shop at a higher end course - they'll take better care of you and have more knowledge than the big box stores.

And DO NOT buy a set of clubs until you've hit them OUTSIDE on the range.

Don't trust the indoor simulators.

**HemiEd** · 05-27-2008, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by tyton75

The only thing keeping me away from ebay atm is that I really want to test them first and I know Dicks has a test range in the store... maybe I'll go trial some of these and then hit ebay

No love for the Taylor Mades?

I hit just about every club offered on the market, last year at Golf Galaxy. It took several hours, swing analysis the whole bit. They helped me settle on the clubs, but would not reduce the price to a competive number.
So I bought my R7s on Ebay, love them, just love them. They are graphites, but I am an old fart. Get the R7s!

REDHOTGTO · 05-27-2008, 08:39 AM

i hit tommy armour 245 2 stripes and steel shafts, i think the steel shafts hit tons better than the graphite, i dont think i will ever go back

smittysbar · 05-27-2008, 08:52 AM

Or hit a demo day. That way you can try out tons of clubs, then make your decision. I would only recommend for your skill level to stay away from blades.....hell even a lot of tour pro are staying away these days. with today's irons you can get workability with forgiveness, something that blades will not give you.

tyton75 · 05-27-2008, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by smittysbar

Or hit a demo day. That way you can try out tons of clubs, then make your decision. I would only recommend for your skill level to stay away from blades.....hell even a lot of tour pro are staying away these days. with today's irons you can get workability with forgiveness, something that blades will not give you.

Funny you mention that.. I keep an old Pitching wedge blade that my grandfather used to use in my bag for luck.... occasionally I'll pull it out and try to hit it at the range.. I'm good for about 1 outta 3 decent shots with that thing.

little jacob · 05-27-2008, 09:04 AM

dem TaylorMade RAC irons done a lot for I and I.

Whoarethechefs · 05-27-2008, 09:15 AM

Build your own, I've built every club in my bag except my TM R500 driver.

It's very easy, I have 2 Forged Snake eyes wedges 56 and a 52, and a cool set of Snake Eyes Cavity back irons. I have Rifles in the Wedges and graphite in the irons.

Just had to read up a bit on how to custom them for me (swing speed = Shaft flex)

I love the Irons, But the wedges are pure Magic, feel like butta.

05-27-2008, 07:56 AM	Topic Starter
tyton75 Veteran Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: KC North Casino cash: $5898386	Golf- Best Irons for under $500? I'm thinking about getting a new set of Irons that will last me, well, probably forever. I know there are a lot of golfers on here and just thought I would see what folks had to say. I'm about a 15 handicap and have been using my first set of irons for the last 7 years; Wilson ProStaff Graphites.. they are ehh.. and I'm just wanting to get a premiere set to last. I've been thinking about the Taylor Made r7 steel shafts from Dick's; but any suggestions would be appreciated!!
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05-27-2008, 08:17 AM	#2
smittysbar Right in the Lumberyard Danny Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: LaPlata, MO Casino cash: $10004942	ebay. You can get one hell of a set on ebay for under five. 15 handicap, you might look at big bertha's, very forgiving. I hit Callaway Fusions and LOVE them. I have hit a ton of clubs and these seem to give me great ball control. Working it left and right, forgiving on mishits and have a great look. __________________
Posts: 6,646

05-27-2008, 08:28 AM	#4
Bill Lundberg American Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10004925	I just bought a set of Cleveland CG Golds. They were $599.00. I hit the Callaway Big Bertha's, Ping G10, and a set of Titleist's and I hit the Clevelands better than all of them. The set came with a hybrid 3 and 4 iron. I absolutely love the hybrids, I have never been able to hit a regular 3 or 4 but I knock the shit out of the ball with the hybrids.
Posts: 3,919

05-27-2008, 08:38 AM	#5
tyton75 Veteran Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: KC North Casino cash: $5898386	The only thing keeping me away from ebay atm is that I really want to test them first and I know Dicks has a test range in the store... maybe I'll go trial some of these and then hit ebay No love for the Taylor Mades? __________________
Posts: 3,276

05-27-2008, 08:39 AM	#11
REDHOTGTO Veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: INDEPENDENCE,KANSAS Casino cash: $7248961	i hit tommy armour 245 2 stripes and steel shafts, i think the steel shafts hit tons better than the graphite, i dont think i will ever go back
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05-27-2008, 08:52 AM	#12
smittysbar Right in the Lumberyard Danny Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: LaPlata, MO Casino cash: $10004942	Or hit a demo day. That way you can try out tons of clubs, then make your decision. I would only recommend for your skill level to stay away from blades.....hell even a lot of tour pro are staying away these days. with today's irons you can get workability with forgiveness, something that blades will not give you. __________________
Posts: 6,646

05-27-2008, 09:04 AM	#14
little jacob Bitter Clinger Join Date: May 2008 Casino cash: $10004900	dem TaylorMade RAC irons done a lot for I and I.
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05-27-2008, 09:15 AM	#15
Whoarethechefs Burger Meister Meister Burger Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Tucson AZ Casino cash: $9837467	Build your own, I've built every club in my bag except my TM R500 driver. It's very easy, I have 2 Forged Snake eyes wedges 56 and a 52, and a cool set of Snake Eyes Cavity back irons. I have Rifles in the Wedges and graphite in the irons. Just had to read up a bit on how to custom them for me (swing speed = Shaft flex) I love the Irons, But the wedges are pure Magic, feel like butta.
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