Driving Irons which is the best

[ballplayer002003]

I currently use an old Callaway Apex UT driving iron and I am thinking it may be time for an update.  I have been virtually looking at the TM P790, Mizuno HMB, Srixon Z U85 and Titleist U500/510.  Do any of you guys have these and if so, what are your likes and dislikes about them.  I have looked at reviews, and I have hit the HMB irons (just not the 2 iron) and know they feel soft.  All of the shops in my area are closed so I can't hit any.  I would love to see a MGS testing on these since in recent weeks I have seen a lot of people talking about them.  I plan on upgrading and I will hit them before I do so don't worry. 

[cnosil]

I would love to see a MGS testing on these since in recent weeks I have seen a lot of people talking about them. . 

Here is MGS most wanted testing from last September of last year:

https://mygolfspy.com/2019-most-wanted-utility-iron/

[ballplayer002003]

1 hour ago, cnosil said:

Here is MGS most wanted testing from last September of last year:

https://mygolfspy.com/2019-most-wanted-utility-iron/

Thanks for that, have you personally hit any of them?  If so, what did you think?

[null]

Srixon is great, but it's wide sole is no bueno off the deck for me as a shallow swinger

U500 and P790UDI are probably the most iron like and my two personal favorites

MP20 sits somewhere in-betweeen the Srixon and the other two.

As much as I absolutely love a 2 iron off the tee, it just doesn't make sense for me to carry since I get better versatility out of a hybrid.  With my 818H2, I can hit it off the deck and off the tee and get plenty of launch and a solid angle of descent into the greens .

[cnosil]

Thanks for that, have you personally hit any of them?  If so, what did you think?

I hit them all, I am one of the most wanted testers. What did I think? I hate utility/driving irons; give me a hybrid. They are probably fine off a tee, But just don’t do what I want and require me to change my swing to hit them effectively.

[Firebird]

3 hours ago, cnosil said:

I hit them all, I am one of the most wanted testers. What did I think? I hate utility/driving irons; give me a hybrid. They are probably fine off a tee, But just don’t do what I want and require me to change my swing to hit them effectively.

I fully agree and you are talking to a person that used to carry and sometimes still does 1 and 2 irons. I only carry 1 hybrid and that is set to 18 degrees. Tried 2 driving irons and found that yes they are slightly easier to hit of a tee but I found harder to hit off the fairway unless it was sitting up. The only issue I have with my hybrid is it takes allot more work to move the ball.

Edited April 23, 2020 by Firebird

[Wagerst]

Hey MGS , In the same position looking at getting a driving Iron. I have a Callaway Warbird  5 wood that I never swing so looking to replace it with a driving Iron any suggestions would be great! Is there a place to get fitted for a driving Iron ?

[Wagerst]

On 4/23/2020 at 12:27 PM, cnosil said:

Here is MGS most wanted testing from last September of last year:

https://mygolfspy.com/2019-most-wanted-utility-iron/

Any Idea of when the 2020 Most wanted utility iron will come out ?

[cnosil]

19 minutes ago, Wagerst said:

Any Idea of when the 2020 Most wanted utility iron will come out ?

They are way behind in testing due to the shutdowns.  Utility irons are typically toward the end of the testing cycle.   

[Wagerst]

That make sense, thanks for the update !

 

[PMookie]

I had the MP-18 SC Fli-Hi with a Veylix Rome shaft for a bit. It was perfect for hitting bullets off the tee! I didn’t like a driving iron from anywhere else on the course, so I sold it.

[ballplayer002003]

18 hours ago, PMookie said:

I had the MP-18 SC Fli-Hi with a Veylix Rome shaft for a bit. It was perfect for hitting bullets off the tee! I didn’t like a driving iron from anywhere else on the course, so I sold it.

I only use mine from the tee too, did you end up getting a 5 wood to replace it.  Now I am thinking maybe 5 wood may be better because I can hit it off the deck as well. 

[PMookie]

I only use mine from the tee too, did you end up getting a 5 wood to replace it.  Now I am thinking maybe 5 wood may be better because I can hit it off the deck as well. 

No, I just play a hybrid I had instead.


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[Wondergiulio]

I currently am testing Sub70 699U 3 iron.

Jason is really amazing and from my order the demo arrived in 2 days...

Shaft is a Project X graphite 6.0. Not my favorite shaft and probably the only thing I would change.

the club is so sweet. Has a huge sweet spot and is easy to send in the air. Even misfits lose very little power.

I am testing it on my skytrak and  numbers are what expected. Mid flight easy to lower if need.

low spin and Looooong

kudos to Sub70

[CHoyle14]

I play and love the Tour Edge CBX Ironwoods.  They don't look as bulk and offset like most of the Driving irons out there.  I started with the 3 iron for tee shots only, but after hitting a few shots from the fairway I found that it was a better play than my stock 3 iron.  I then went out and bought the 4 iron to replace my stock 4 iron.  They both have the Project X HZD Smoke shaft in them and I couldn't be happier with their performance.  I have had some of my higher handicap friends try them  and they were shocked at how easy they were to hit.  They definitely improved my game.

[Nolan220]

I play the Ping G Crossover hybrid iron, picked it up off of second swing for like $70, looked brand new when I received it.  I got this to replace my 4 hybrid and I really like it, I feel like I can control it better then a traditional hybrid. 

[Zen Snake]

On ‎4‎/‎23‎/‎2020 at 11:50 AM, ballplayer002003 said:

I currently use an old Callaway Apex UT driving iron and I am thinking it may be time for an update.  I have been virtually looking at the TM P790, Mizuno HMB, Srixon Z U85 and Titleist U500/510.  Do any of you guys have these and if so, what are your likes and dislikes about them.  I have looked at reviews, and I have hit the HMB irons (just not the 2 iron) and know they feel soft.  All of the shops in my area are closed so I can't hit any.  I would love to see a MGS testing on these since in recent weeks I have seen a lot of people talking about them.  I plan on upgrading and I will hit them before I do so don't worry. 

The as seen on TV Controller Via 1990's, but in honesty I like the Srixon U85

[Micah T]

I game a Titleist U-510 3 iron with the hazardous smoke 80 shaft. Love the feel, look, and sound of this club. I have a steep swing/AoA, so hybrids are a no-go for me. The 510 has a wider sole and is more forgiving than the 500, IMO 

[chisag]

... I have a weakness for Driving irons. I have played so many and they all have strengths and weaknesses. I keep going back to my Taylor Made 18* UDi 2 iron with a Kuro Kage 95hy shaft (pulled from a Wilson Utility). I can hit my DI quite a bit farther than any corresponding club in my bag because I love hitting irons and I have a ton of confidence in DI's. 

... I have played Srixon U45, Wilson FG Tour, Exotics CBX Ironwood, Exotics CB Pro Tungsten, Cobra Utility, GAPR Mid and my UDi. I am probably going to pick up the new Exotics Ti Utlity 17* and bend it to 18* because ... well ... I just can't seem to help myself. 

https://www.touredge.com/exs-220-ti-utility

[SmoothG]

I love driving irons but I love the big fat ones. Currently have two Ping G Crossovers in the bag. I gave consideration to the gapr mid as well but didn't have time to out it through the paces.