There are motor-heads. There are rock-heads. And then, there is steelhead. Steelhead XR irons are the latest offering from Callaway.
Allow starting the section by qualifying the aforementioned statement. The steelheads irons are the foremost flagship offering of the Callaway. Golf aficionados’ would agree that golfing, steelhead and Callaway are almost synonymous.
In the past, Callaway offered many series in the flagship starting from X-14 through X-22. However, the runaway success X-14 is a part of the golf folklore. Through XR Irons, Callaway has reintroduced the head shapes of X-14. Appropriately infusing it with technology for optimum use in modern day golf.
One of the new features is a layer created from steel-infused polyurethane in the snubber. This assists in achieving higher launch. − Looks: Callaway kept the heads appropriately large. The elegant and shiny sides of the head & blade with a shiny chrome finish complimenting it in the hitting area. Added visual appeal emanates from the polyurethane layer adorning the back of the blade. It essential belongs to the ramp of the golfing clubs. And too as a show stopper! − Feel: They sport short hosels. Shorter hosel of this Callaway not only shaves weight but also feels solid on impact. In the impact decibel criterion. These Callaway’s produce a loud clicking sound on impact. You, the crowd and/or playing partner all would hear the thundering click. The flip-side is that everyone becomes aware of the shot quality, even before the ball lands. The snubber present in the toe of the heel absorbs unwanted vibrations. The steel infused polyurethane snubber also assists in lowering the CG. − Playability: The playability experience is enhanced by the center of gravity (CG) progressively getting higher. Thereby the pitching wedges have a higher CG than the lower irons. It shoots the golf as straight as a bullet out of the gun. Yes, do keep not hit the ball too horridly into consideration. But then, the forgiveness may do some course correction for you. Reckon, without sounding patronizing. We may safely say that these Callaway’s are offering one of the best playability on the market. − Distance Control: They afford you to control flight both in the low and high trajectory category. XR offers a higher carriage vs spin dynamic. Enabling you to not only achieve higher flight path. But also, longer distances which you can control. They provide one of the best loft vs height performance. − Accuracy and Forgiveness: Callaway XR falls under the category of ‘game improvement clubs’. Thereby, accuracy and forgiveness are the key mantras behind carving them. The accuracy is aided by a larger hitting area with an enhanced colloquial sweet spot. The progressive CG in the club head makes this possible. Moreover, it adds the component of forgiveness along with aiding launch. − Conclusion: If you think you can manage the equation …show more content…
They offer very competitive distance control irrespective of the shot. You may exercise an all-out swing and land on the green. Or, take that chip off that bunker. These irons would be there to supplement your skill and the handicap. Moreover, being almost a point and shoot club. You may completely focus on controlling the impact force. Thereby, achieving the desired distance and control thereof.
− Accuracy and Forgiveness: They fall into the category of ‘game improvement clubs’. Be assured that an optimum ratio of accuracy and forgiveness comes built in. You achieve accuracy from inherent design characteristics. Which offer help in the toe and lower on the face area of the blade.
The most forgiving of the lot is the JPX-900 hot metal. Biggest head and loft dynamics renders forgiveness. The loft angle ensures correct elevation and the head fuels it with the generated speed.
− Conclusion: If you had the impression that Muzino is a company that makes equipment for the golfers in the lower handicap spectrum. Take the JPX-900 series as a companion for your next golfing engagement. We assure you that you sure would be in for some surprises. However, if you are looking for a golf club with a heart of gold. Then, the JPX-900 hot metal certainly belongs to the creed of most forgiving golf irons