Topflite Tour Irons

[Firebird]

Hey dudes, When I was ill it was recommended that I use graphite shafts to minimise the vibration which certainly helped and allowed me to at least finish 18 holes most of the time. However I really like the lack of feel this shafts provide. Now that I have recovered I decided that it was time to see how much difference there is between Graphite and Steel S300 shafts.

The only choice was Topflite Tour Irons or Wilson Blades. I looked at both and figure with the way I play today, blades were not the option.

A few this to note, the clubs are traditionally lofted so 3 is 21* the 7 is 34* compared to my Steelhead Pro's 4 is 21.5 and 7 is 31, both shafts are stiff but Steelhead Pros are 1/2" longer.

First impression - my god the heads are small and so is the sweet spot.

Did not have time to go to the range so it was trail by comp. Was surprised how quickly I got used to them, yes I bladed my first shot but then hit the second well. Did not have a great round but that was expected.

So what did I discover...

Pro
They are 12-15m longer than my equivalent Steelhead Pro's - for example the 4 iron (21.5*) vs Topflite 4 (23*) the Topflite was longer.
They feel superb when you hit them right and horrible when you don't.

Cons
Miss the centre and boy do you get punished - 4 irons again, Steelhead I loose and 10-20m, Topflite 35-40m.
Miss the centre or blade the ball and boy do you know it, my bottom hand is still sore this morning from the vibration.

So the question is - Will I continue to play these and the answer is YES. The next question will be do I upgrade to newer technology, that will depend on how things pan out once I have a few rounds under my belt with them. Next question is do I try the Blades.

 

[Larryd3]

Some years ago on another golf site there was a huge thread on the TF Tour irons.  Almost a cult status.  I'd say good find and enjoy them.  

[Firebird]

Thanks. Taking some getting used too again as the sweet spot is small, but when you hit it they feel great.

[Golfspy_CG2]

Would love to see some pics.