Golf Club Buyer's Guides: Irons
Irons Buying Guide
An iron is a type of golf club used for a variety of mid-range shots, typically from the fairway or rough, to help the golfer approach the green. Irons are numbered from 3 to 9, with lower numbers having longer shafts and being used for longer shots, and higher numbers used for shorter, more accurate shots. They are designed to hit the ball with a lower trajectory and more control compared to woods or hybrids, making them ideal for hitting at targets or getting the ball closer to the hole.
Turf Interaction
The sole width and sole design of an iron in golf are crucial elements that influence the club’s interaction with the turf, the ball flight, and overall playability. The sole is the part of the clubhead that makes contact with the ground during the swing, and its width, shape, and features can affect the performance of the club.
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Forged Irons Cast Irons Multi-piece Construction Single Piece Construction FORGED IRONS A forged iron in golf is made using a different manufacturing process than cast irons. Instead of pouring molten metal into a mold, a forged iron is created from a single piece of metal, typically carbon steel or soft stainless steel. This process gives […]
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Loft Lie Angle Length Weighting LOFT When fitting for loft in irons, the key is to match the loft angles of your clubs to your swing characteristics, shot preferences, and distance gaps between clubs. Loft fitting can help optimize your trajectory, ball flight, and overall consistency in the game. Here’s how the loft of each […]
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