Mikedb26

Wedges - have read and or watched reviews, haven't found anything negative, thought about them but purchased new wedges not long ago. 
Currently playing to a 5 hdcp, and rising, not happy.  Purchased the 101's mostly because the lofts are the same as the outgoing Mizuno's, and to be honest, not getting any younger.  So the more forgiving, the better off I'll be down the road, and if for some reason we don't see eye to eye, easier to sell.  Hopefully able to get out this weekend for their maiden voyage, finally removed the plastic from the heads after completing the build!!

I'm hoping to get first playing impressions this coming weekend.  I've never been a huge "shaper" of the ball, no matter what handicap I am playing to, hook or slice when needed, but generally I want straight.  
Just comparing the 101's to my JPX900's visually:
-Blade length is a tiny bit more in the 101, only if set next to each other is it noticeable 
-Little more offset as well, not offensive, could be a visual trick.  Doesn't bother me in the least. 
-The soles through the set are wider
So the 101's are supposedly more forgiving, and I'm expecting that to hold true.  Modern hollow bodied irons v 2016 cavity backs, they should be.  I'm very picky/finicky/anal and these irons don't bother me one bit.  Love the old PINGS from back in the day (Eye2, Zing, ISI), but could I play them today?  No way, hard to look at with that offset, or the look of offset.  So as a low to mid handicap player, my theory is to play the most forgiving iron that I can stand looking at.  Do I love the look of minimal offset, thin toplines and smaller heads... absolutely!  But why would I punish myself, I'm not on TV nor will I ever be. 
 
 
 

Wedges - have read and or watched reviews, haven't found anything negative, thought about them but purchased new wedges not long ago. 
Currently playing to a 5 hdcp, and rising, not happy.  Purchased the 101's mostly because the lofts are the same as the outgoing Mizuno's, and to be honest, not getting any younger.  So the more forgiving, the better off I'll be down the road, and if for some reason we don't see eye to eye, easier to sell.  Hopefully able to get out this weekend for their maiden voyage, finally removed the plastic from the heads after completing the build!!

I'm hoping to get first playing impressions this coming weekend.  I've never been a huge "shaper" of the ball, no matter what handicap I am playing to, hook or slice when needed, but generally I want straight.  
Just comparing the 101's to my JPX900's visually:
-Blade length is a tiny bit more in the 101, only if set next to each other is it noticeable 
-Little more offset as well, not offensive, could be a visual trick.  Doesn't bother me in the least. 
-The soles through the set are wider
So the 101's are supposedly more forgiving, and I'm expecting that to hold true.  Modern hollow bodied irons v 2016 cavity backs, they should be.  I'm very picky/finicky/anal and these irons don't bother me one bit.  Love the old PINGS from back in the day (Eye2, Zing, ISI), but could I play them today?  No way, hard to look at with that offset, or the look of offset.  So as a low to mid handicap player, my theory is to play the most forgiving iron that I can stand looking at.  Do I love the look of minimal offset, thin toplines and smaller heads... absolutely!  But why would I punish myself, I'm not on TV nor will I ever be. 
 
 
 

Wedges - have read and or watched reviews, haven't found anything negative, thought about them but purchased new wedges not long ago. 
Currently playing to a 5 hdcp, and rising, not happy.  Purchased the 101's mostly because the lofts are the same as the outgoing Mizuno's, and to be honest, not getting any younger.  So the more forgiving, the better off I'll be down the road, and if for some reason we don't see eye to eye, easier to sell.  Hopefully able to get out this weekend for their maiden voyage, finally removed the plastic from the heads after completing the build!!

Wedges - have read and or watched reviews, haven't found anything negative, thought about them but purchased new wedges not long ago. 
Currently playing to a 5 hdcp, and rising, not happy.  Purchased the 101's mostly because the lofts are the same as the outgoing Mizuno's, and to be honest, not getting any younger.  So the more forgiving, the better off I'll be down the road, and if for some reason we don't see eye to eye, easier to sell.  Hopefully able to get out this weekend for their maiden voyage, finally removed the plastic from the heads after completing the build!!

Wedges - have read and or watched reviews, haven't found anything negative, thought about them but purchased new wedges not long ago. 
Currently playing to a 5 hdcp, and rising, not happy.  Purchased the 101's mostly because the lofts are the same as the outgoing Mizuno's, and to be honest, not getting any younger.  So the more forgiving, the better off I'll be down the road, and if for some reason we don't see eye to eye, easier to sell.  Hopefully able to get out this weekend for their maiden voyage, finally removed the plastic from the heads after completing the build!!

Wedges - have read and or watched reviews, haven't found anything negative, thought about them but purchased new wedges not long ago. 
Currently playing to a 5 hdcp, and rising, not happy.  Purchased the 101's mostly because the lofts are the same as the outgoing Mizuno's, and to be honest, not getting any younger.  So the more forgiving, the better off I'll be down the road, and if for some reason we don't see eye to eye, easier to sell.  Hopefully able to get out this weekend for their maiden voyage, finally removed the plastic from the heads after completing the build!!

Wedges - have read and or watched reviews, haven't found anything negative, thought about them but purchased new wedges not long ago. 
Currently playing to a 5 hdcp, and rising, not happy.  Purchased the 101's mostly because the lofts are the same as the outgoing Mizuno's, and to be honest, not getting any younger.  So the more forgiving, the better off I'll be down the road, and if for some reason we don't see eye to eye, easier to sell.  Hopefully able to get out this weekend for their maiden voyage, finally removed the plastic from the heads after completing the build!!

Wedges - have read and or watched reviews, haven't found anything negative, thought about them but purchased new wedges not long ago. 
Currently playing to a 5 hdcp, and rising, not happy.  Purchased the 101's mostly because the lofts are the same as the outgoing Mizuno's, and to be honest, not getting any younger.  So the more forgiving, the better off I'll be down the road, and if for some reason we don't see eye to eye, easier to sell.  Hopefully able to get out this weekend for their maiden voyage, finally removed the plastic from the heads after completing the build!!

ParNone... awesome that you started this.
I just ordered Takomo 101's on 9-21 to replace my aging Mizuno JPX900's, which I purchased at release.  Originally wanting to go back to Mizuno, but everything I've read and watched about Takomo have been positive, at about half the cost, if not less.  $320 for heads only, $490 with steel shafts, $590 for graphite, why not take a shot, seems like a no brainer.  Waiting on pins and needles for them to arrive, ordered just the heads, 4i - pw, so component's coming everyday makes the wait easier. My total cost for everything...  $650, give or take a few bucks.
Takomo 101 heads 4-pw
4 Aerotech Steelfiber 110g stiff
3 Aerotech Steelfiber 95g stiff
7 Lamkin UTX cord midsize
4 brass shims for the 110g shafts (.355 tip to .370)
Ferrules from Boyd Blade & Ferrule (bbandfco.com)
Pics will follow once I assemble them, thoughts and impressions after a few rounds then after a few months.

Completely 100% apologize to my teammates.  Hasn't been a good month, bowing, bocce, even darts are looking more appealing right now. 

ParNone... awesome that you started this.
I just ordered Takomo 101's on 9-21 to replace my aging Mizuno JPX900's, which I purchased at release.  Originally wanting to go back to Mizuno, but everything I've read and watched about Takomo have been positive, at about half the cost, if not less.  $320 for heads only, $490 with steel shafts, $590 for graphite, why not take a shot, seems like a no brainer.  Waiting on pins and needles for them to arrive, ordered just the heads, 4i - pw, so component's coming everyday makes the wait easier. My total cost for everything...  $650, give or take a few bucks.
Takomo 101 heads 4-pw
4 Aerotech Steelfiber 110g stiff
3 Aerotech Steelfiber 95g stiff
7 Lamkin UTX cord midsize
4 brass shims for the 110g shafts (.355 tip to .370)
Ferrules from Boyd Blade & Ferrule (bbandfco.com)
Pics will follow once I assemble them, thoughts and impressions after a few rounds then after a few months.

Started gaming the Takomo 101 irons back in March 2023. I ordered them in KBS Tour 120 S shafts w/ Midsize Lamkin Crossline grips. They replaced my almost 30 yr old, hand-me-down set of King Snake Oversize irons. Immediately, I felt how easy they were to get in the air. The first "Wow!" shot for me was with my 5 iron. Typically, I never feel comfortable over a 5 iron. I remember taking the shot and seeing how high and easy it launched. It was awesome! They will be staying in my bag for a while, and they look really sweet. All my friends ask about them and think they are blades haha. Always complimenting on how good they look. Would definitely recommend!
Just got a hold of the first release of the 101U iron. I ordered the 4Ui 22 degree in S Flex that came stock with a KBS Graphite 80 shaft. The black shaft with the Takomo head look absolutely stunning! First picking it up the weight and feel is great. Taking a few swings, I liked how I could feel the weight of the head. It felt like a very smooth and easy feel to me. I was able to take it out on the course this past weekend. I used it off the tee on a long Par3. Hit it super toe-y but got away with it. I did lose some yardage but that is expected. I was also able to hit it out of the fairway and out of the rough for my second shot on some Par 5s. Turf interaction felt great. The ball comes very hot off the face, which I like. I was able to play my normal fade with this club. All around great club. I "needed" to fill a space in my bag between my 4i and 5w. My 4i goes about 200 and 5w about 230. Found this new Takomo 4Ui to go 210-15 for me. Will probably look in to ordering the 2Ui just for fun later haha. 

Completely 100% apologize to my teammates.  Hasn't been a good month, bowing, bocce, even darts are looking more appealing right now. 

Completely 100% apologize to my teammates.  Hasn't been a good month, bowing, bocce, even darts are looking more appealing right now. 

Completely 100% apologize to my teammates.  Hasn't been a good month, bowing, bocce, even darts are looking more appealing right now. 

Date 09/17/2023 Course Name Sandridge Golf Club DUNES Course Gross Score 81 Course Handicap 4 Gross Strokes over/under par 9 Net Score to Par 5 Net Score 77 Net Birdies or better 3 Longest Drive 0 VCT Match Play Designate as Week 2 Match Score Sorry to my teammates, fighting thru illness to get the rounds in.  Played 9-16 & 17 and this was the better round...  so sad.

Date 09/04/2023 Course Name Troon North Golf Course Gross Score 76 Course Handicap 7 Gross Strokes over/under par 5 Net Score to Par -2 Net Score 69 Net Birdies or better 6 Longest Drive 295 VCT Match Play Score Played Quintero Golf Club yesterday, very nice course, too tricked up or quirky for our taste.  Nobody on our trip played well there.  Played 4 courses so far, Quintero is 4th.

Date 09/04/2023 Course Name Troon North Golf Course Gross Score 76 Course Handicap 7 Gross Strokes over/under par 5 Net Score to Par -2 Net Score 69 Net Birdies or better 6 Longest Drive 295 VCT Match Play Score Played Quintero Golf Club yesterday, very nice course, too tricked up or quirky for our taste.  Nobody on our trip played well there.  Played 4 courses so far, Quintero is 4th.

Date 09/04/2023 Course Name Troon North Golf Course Gross Score 76 Course Handicap 7 Gross Strokes over/under par 5 Net Score to Par -2 Net Score 69 Net Birdies or better 6 Longest Drive 295 VCT Match Play Score Played Quintero Golf Club yesterday, very nice course, too tricked up or quirky for our taste.  Nobody on our trip played well there.  Played 4 courses so far, Quintero is 4th.

Date 09/03/2023 Course Name We-Ko-Pa Golf Club Gross Score 82 Course Handicap 4 Gross Strokes over/under par 10 Net Score to Par 6 Net Score 78 Net Birdies or better 4 Longest Drive 294 VCT Match Play Score After a good front, my head ended up my ass and never dug it out.

Date 09/01/2023 Course Name Gold Canyon Dinosaur Mountain Gross Score 75 Course Handicap 2 Gross Strokes over/under par 5 Net Score to Par 3 Net Score 73 Net Birdies or better 5 Longest Drive 306 VCT Match Play Score Click Here to use this score for Week 1 Match Play Score

@GolfSpy TCB I will probably use the first round we play in Scottsdale, unless it goes completely off the rails!  Lol
I'll try and make it easy, I'll message you the Grint scorecard.   Thanks 

@GolfSpy TCB I will probably use the first round we play in Scottsdale, unless it goes completely off the rails!  Lol
I'll try and make it easy, I'll message you the Grint scorecard.   Thanks