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In 1998, I had an ice skating accident where I shattered my left wrist. Two years later, four surgeries, a steel plate with 13 screws and an inch of my hip, I decided to try golf again. I got a set of Jazz irons with graphite shafts. Twenty two years later I have Recoils in my irons. They have been my shaft of choice for the last three sets of irons, Hogan Ptx, Cobra F8 & Wilson D7.


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1 hour ago, cnosil said:


I’ve been hitting the gen 4s with steel fiber; guess those are available this year and it is a great feeling combo.

They have been available with the other releases as well. They are an upgrade shaft. The MMT is the stock graphite.

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They have been available with the other releases as well. They are an upgrade shaft. The MMT is the stock graphite.

Per my discussions with MGS they are supposed to be stock since they are in most wanted testing. Just checked the PXG site and they are listed as up-charge. Guess I will let them know.

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31 minutes ago, cnosil said:


Per my discussions with MGS they are supposed to be stock since they are in most wanted testing. Just checked the PXG site and they are listed as up-charge. Guess I will let them know.

Cool. When I was looking at what shaft options I wanted to go with the graphite was where I started and was hoping the mmt in the heavier weights would be an option even if upcharge. The steelfibers have changed from $39 to $49 a few times in gen2 and 3

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Hybrid: PXG Gen2 22* w/AD hybrid

Irons: PXG Gen3 0311T w/Nippon modus 120

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Just to add to this conversation about the actual switch from steel to graphite. I did it last year, going from Nippon Modus 105s to Recoils. Honestly, if I didn't know I was swinging graphite, I wouldn't know. From a feel through the swing standpoint, I couldn't tell you a difference. I think with as many good options that are out there, you can find one that feels exactly like you want it to and gives all the performance/comfort benefits. 

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1 hour ago, Thin2win said:

Just to add to this conversation about the actual switch from steel to graphite. I did it last year, going from Nippon Modus 105s to Recoils. Honestly, if I didn't know I was swinging graphite, I wouldn't know. From a feel through the swing standpoint, I couldn't tell you a difference. I think with as many good options that are out there, you can find one that feels exactly like you want it to and gives all the performance/comfort benefits. 

While I don't have any in play experience with composite shafts (yet), my time testing at the range and during fittings has me drawing the same conclusion.  I'd go as far as to say that in a blind test, were that practical, very few would be able to tell the difference. 

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1 hour ago, Thin2win said:

Just to add to this conversation about the actual switch from steel to graphite. I did it last year, going from Nippon Modus 105s to Recoils. Honestly, if I didn't know I was swinging graphite, I wouldn't know. From a feel through the swing standpoint, I couldn't tell you a difference. I think with as many good options that are out there, you can find one that feels exactly like you want it to and gives all the performance/comfort benefits. 

This has been my experience as well. I don't feel anything different from a graphite shaft than steel, except maybe a bit less sting on thin or toe shots. Waggling them around they feel just as stiff, if not more stiff, than any steel shaft I've ever played. 

I do think finding the right fit is important, and that's why it's good to see heavier shafts in the market now. I demo'ed a Callaway Apex Forged 7 iron with the MMT 95 stiff and while I liked the feel I felt it was a little light for me. I probably could have adjusted, but by going with the same weight class as what I had previously it was basically plug-and-play.

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cobra_logo.png.190908c8b4518eec87c087429e4343ee.png Cobra RadSpeed Big Tour (14.5°), 43", Fujikura Motore X F1 7X
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4 hours ago, edingc said:

This has been my experience as well. I don't feel anything different from a graphite shaft than steel, except maybe a bit less sting on thin or toe shots. Waggling them around they feel just as stiff, if not more stiff, than any steel shaft I've ever played. 

I do think finding the right fit is important, and that's why it's good to see heavier shafts in the market now. I demo'ed a Callaway Apex Forged 7 iron with the MMT 95 stiff and while I liked the feel I felt it was a little light for me. I probably could have adjusted, but by going with the same weight class as what I had previously it was basically plug-and-play.

"Feels" are so interesting. For me, graphite has always felt MORE boardy to me than steel. Don't know if it's a swingweight thing or what, but I feel like I have no idea where the clubhead is whenever I've swung a graphite-shafted iron. This was a long long time ago though, and I know how far graphite shafts have progressed. My wrists are so bad from eating it on skateboards so many times in my life, and being on a computer now all the time, so I know that graphite is right around the corner for me.

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1 hour ago, yungkory said:

"Feels" are so interesting. For me, graphite has always felt MORE boardy to me than steel. Don't know if it's a swingweight thing or what, but I feel like I have no idea where the clubhead is whenever I've swung a graphite-shafted iron. This was a long long time ago though, and I know how far graphite shafts have progressed. My wrists are so bad from eating it on skateboards so many times in my life, and being on a computer now all the time, so I know that graphite is right around the corner for me.

Next time you're at the golf shop, see if you can demo the MMT in the Apex Forged. Based on my swingweights, the MMT plays slightly tip heavy and it might work well for feeling the head more.

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1 hour ago, yungkory said:

"Feels" are so interesting. For me, graphite has always felt MORE boardy to me than steel. Don't know if it's a swingweight thing or what, but I feel like I have no idea where the clubhead is whenever I've swung a graphite-shafted iron. This was a long long time ago though, and I know how far graphite shafts have progressed. My wrists are so bad from eating it on skateboards so many times in my life, and being on a computer now all the time, so I know that graphite is right around the corner for me.

MMT bois, LFGGGGGGGGG!

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Got a quote from Club Champion for 4-GW. Guess I’ll be going with a stock graphite option...

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27 minutes ago, Middler said:

Got a quote from Club Champion for 4-GW. Guess I’ll be going with a stock graphite option...

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You can get those shafts for $60 a piece, don’t really need puring. You down for doing the shaft swap yourself?

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2 hours ago, Middler said:

Got a quote from Club Champion for 4-GW. Guess I’ll be going with a stock graphite option...

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CC is a great fitting experience... But that have outrages pricing. Take their recommendations and get the clubs on your own for 40% their price

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12 hours ago, Middler said:

Got a quote from Club Champion for 4-GW. Guess I’ll be going with a stock graphite option...

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12 hours ago, dlow206 said:

You can get those shafts for $60 a piece, don’t really need puring. You down for doing the shaft swap yourself?

Do you have a local builder? Our local shop will build a club for something like $10 and does a nice job.

Like dlow said, the MMT parallels are $60/each retail. Puring will be most likely be a waste on Mitsubishi graphite - their radial consistency is pretty much through the roof based on Russ Ryden's tests over at golfshaftreviews.info.

And it looks like the MCC+4s are no upcharge from Mizuno. I'd call up Discount Dan's and ask for a quote on the 921s with whatever the highest resale stock shaft option is. Ask for the grips to be left in box and not installed. That way you get the grips for nothing and can sell the shafts to recoup a few bucks.

It's a little bit of work, but would save you $640 right away. And I suspect Discount Dan's will be slightly cheaper than CC's quote on the 921s as well.

 

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cobra_logo.png.190908c8b4518eec87c087429e4343ee.png Cobra RadSpeed Big Tour (14.5°), 43", Fujikura Motore X F1 7X
20° Hybrid: PXG_Logo.png.8401024d1fb8aec46f0e790c1aa5b80c.png PXG 0211 (2020 Model), 40.25", Mitsubishi Tensei AV RAW White 90X
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cobra_logo.png.190908c8b4518eec87c087429e4343ee.png Cobra KING Utility (2020 Model), 38.5", Aerotech SteelFiber i110cw Stiff
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logo-Ben-Hogan-large.png.98d743ae5487285c6406a1e30a0a63b5.png Ben Hogan PTx Pro, 37" 7 Iron, Aerotech SteelFiber i125cw Stiff | Club Champion Fitting
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13 hours ago, Middler said:

Got a quote from Club Champion for 4-GW. Guess I’ll be going with a stock graphite option...

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Call Discount Dan’s with your specs and get a quote. I guarantee it will be significantly less than this!

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Hybrid: Ping G425 22*, Ping Tour 80X

Irons:  Ping i230 4-GW, TT DG X100

Wedges: :edel-golf-1: SMS 50D/54V/58D:Nippon:Modus 130 stiff, +1”

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36 minutes ago, edingc said:

 

Do you have a local builder? Our local shop will build a club for something like $10 and does a nice job.

Like dlow said, the MMT parallels are $60/each retail. Puring will be most likely be a waste on Mitsubishi graphite - their radial consistency is pretty much through the roof based on Russ Ryden's tests over at golfshaftreviews.info.

And it looks like the MCC+4s are no upcharge from Mizuno. I'd call up Discount Dan's and ask for a quote on the 921s with whatever the highest resale stock shaft option is. Ask for the grips to be left in box and not installed. That way you get the grips for nothing and can sell the shafts to recoup a few bucks.

It's a little bit of work, but would save you $640 right away. And I suspect Discount Dan's will be slightly cheaper than CC's quote on the 921s as well.

 

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@Middler - check this out: https://www.mikesgolfoutlet.com/mitsubishi-mmt-80-pll-80g-regular-38-5-41-7pc-iron-shaft-set-370-883056/

They say used but the tips don't look prepped, the lengths are too long for anyone to have actually used them, and the handles look immaculate, don't look like they have ever been gripped. 

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On 3/10/2021 at 7:47 AM, Middler said:

I very much appreciate the insights I’ve gotten here, thank you all. Now how to proceed, first I have to convince the warden I really need this...

My spousal unit humored me one night as we were out to dinner, and listened to me speculating on this exact subject.  I have the bonus of real world experience, having experimented with a set of graphite iron shafts 4 years ago.

Her response was "why wait until you're at the point of having to do it, or having to quit?"

I love my wife.  😁

Mentioned the experiment 4 years ago...  at that time, didn't think I needed to switch, but after a couple months, I noticed my hands, wrists, and elbows felt better.  I'd been having more issues than I'd realized, only discovered thru the lack of those issues.  Funny what we get used to.

When is it time?  Right about now sounds good to me.  🤔

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15 hours ago, Middler said:

Got a quote from Club Champion for 4-GW. Guess I’ll be going with a stock graphite option...

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This is why I do my own clubwork....

Driver: TM Original One 11.5* set to 11*, Aldila NV75 X, 43.5" -or- SpeedZone, HZRDUS Black 75 6.5, 43.5"
3w:  Cobra King LTD, RIP Beta 90, 42" -or- Stage 2 Tour, NV105 X, 42.5"
2h or 3h:  TaylorMade Stage 2 Tour, Aldila NV105 S -or- RIP Alpha 105 S
Irons:  3-PW Mizuno MP37, Recoil Proto 125 F4 (reshaft in progress, slowly); 1i & 3-PW Golden Ram TW276, NV105 S; 2-PW Golden Ram TW282, RIP Tour 115 R
GW: Dynacraft Dual Milled CNC 52*, Steelfiber 125 S; Scratch 8620 DS 53*, Steelfiber 125 S
SW:  Ram TG-898 56*, DGX ss2x; Ram Tom Watson 55*, DGX ss2x; Wilson Staff PMP 58*, DGS; PM Grind 19 58*, stock shaft
Putter:  Snake Eyes Viper Tour Sv1, 34"; Ping Scottsdale TR Craz-E, 35"; Cleveland Huntington Beach 1, 35"
Ball:  Wilson Staff Duo Professional, Bridgestone Tour B-RXS, Callaway Chrome Soft

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Got my build quote...it's happening 😎

:cobra-small: LTDx Black 10.5º | UST LIN-Q M40X TSPX Blue 6F4
:cobra-small: LTDx 3W 15º | UST LIN-Q M40X TSPX Blue 7F4
:ping-small: G425 3H 19º | UST Recoil Proto Hybrid 85F4
:srixon-small: Z785 4-PW | UST Recoil 125 Proto F4
:cleveland-small: RTX ZipCore Tour Rack 50
º Mid, 54º Mid, 60º Mid | UST Recoil Wedge Proto F4
:EVNROLL: ER5BV | BGT Stability Tour

:bridgestone-small: Tour B X

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16 hours ago, Middler said:

Got a quote from Club Champion for 4-GW. Guess I’ll be going with a stock graphite option...

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To echo what many have already said....you can get all this done for SIGNIFICANTLY less. If you're interested, PM me and I'll send you my guys info. He does fantastic work and will charge you a fraction of what Club Champion quoted you. 

:cobra-small: LTDx Black 10.5º | UST LIN-Q M40X TSPX Blue 6F4
:cobra-small: LTDx 3W 15º | UST LIN-Q M40X TSPX Blue 7F4
:ping-small: G425 3H 19º | UST Recoil Proto Hybrid 85F4
:srixon-small: Z785 4-PW | UST Recoil 125 Proto F4
:cleveland-small: RTX ZipCore Tour Rack 50
º Mid, 54º Mid, 60º Mid | UST Recoil Wedge Proto F4
:EVNROLL: ER5BV | BGT Stability Tour

:bridgestone-small: Tour B X

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Have you looked into the Nippon Zelos line?  I was a tester of those and I love them.  Feel and performance of graphite but steel.

Just a thought...

Just tap it in.  Lil' taparoo.

:honma: TW747 460 10.5° Vizard stiff

:adams-small: 4 Hybrid

:Sub70: 699 5-Aw; KBS Tour-V 90 Stiff

:cleveland-small: Tour Action 58°

:taylormade-small: Spider Interactive

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i'm intrigued by the Accra ICWT series

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Spring 2020 MGS Tester for the Fujikura Motore X Shaft

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Driver:callaway-small: Rogue St Max LS - Autoflex
Fairway Woods:callaway-small: Rogue Max St 3HL and 7 Wood
Irons:mizuno-small: JPX 921 Hot Metal 5 to AW - Aerotech Steelfiber i95 Stiff parallel tip
Wedges:ping-small: Glide 4.0 54 and 58
Putter:  :ping-small: PLD Custom Kushin 4

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I tried graphite on a whim last year and am never going back. Just don't see any reason to go back to steel and if it helps keep the body feeling better then that's all the better. I know the shafts in the M Gloire irons I got are way too light for me, but just got 0211's delivered today with Steel Fiber i95s in them that I was fit for. Getting them out for the first time tomorrow.

2024 is the year of the short set!

Driver: TaylorMade BRNR 11.5* stiff

Hybrid: PXG 0311 GEN5 19*

Irons: JustGolf Forged Blades (4, 6, 8, PW)

Wedge: 56* Forged Prototype

Putter: PXG Blackjack Center Shaft 34"

Bag: Sunday Golf Loma XL

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11 hours ago, NC Golfer said:

Have the HB3 hybrid irons 65 gram regular graphite shaft and have always played a graphite shaft. Sr golfer here, when is it a good time to go to a lighter shaft? Have my eyes on the 2021 Cobra T-Rail 45 gram shaft. 

Not sure there is a right time to switch to lighter shafts. A different shaft profile could easily be better in a similar weight.

If you are having problems getting the ball in the air could be an indication of considering a lighter shaft but in reality the best way to know if lighter or a different shaft profile is better is to get fit.

 

Driver: PXG 0811 X+ Proto w/UST Helium 5F4

Wood: TaylorMade M5 5W w/Accra TZ5 +1/2”, TaylorMade Sim 3W w/Aldila rogue white

Hybrid: PXG Gen2 22* w/AD hybrid

Irons: PXG Gen3 0311T w/Nippon modus 120

Wedges: TaylorMade MG2 50*, Tiger grind 56/60

Putter: Scotty Caemeron Super Rat1

Ball: Titleist Prov1

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22 hours ago, dlow206 said:

i'm intrigued by the Accra ICWT series

They were the best in distance and accuracy during my fitting, with the MMT a very close second. Several I've talked too say Accra is, arguably, is the best composite iron shaft mfg. right now. To get the matte finish I wanted, simply moved the already steep price beyond my value calculation...ymmv.

:ping-small: G410 Plus, 9 Degree Driver 

:ping-small: G400 SFT, 16 Degree 3w

:ping-small: G400 SFT, 19 Degree 5w

:srixon-small:  ZX5 Irons 4-AW 

:ping-small: Glide 2.0 56 Degree SW   (removed from double secret probation 😍)

:EVNROLL: ER5v Putter  (Evnroll ER5v Official Review)

:odyssey-small: AI-One Milled Seven T CH (Currently Under Product Test)

 

 

 

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37 minutes ago, fixyurdivot said:

They were the best in distance and accuracy during my fitting, with the MMT a very close second. Several I've talked too say Accra is, arguably, is the best composite iron shaft mfg. right now. To get the matte finish I wanted, simply moved the already steep price beyond my value calculation...ymmv.

I just learned more about them recently and have also heard that they are one of the best quality graphite shafts out there on the market. Seems like they have a lot of fitting flexibility because they are constant weight (at least the ICWT series are) but also parallel tips, so you can tip trim and hard/soft step on top of that. 

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Tester for the Titleist TSi Driver

Spring 2020 MGS Tester for the Fujikura Motore X Shaft

Updated 07/15/2022
Driver:callaway-small: Rogue St Max LS - Autoflex
Fairway Woods:callaway-small: Rogue Max St 3HL and 7 Wood
Irons:mizuno-small: JPX 921 Hot Metal 5 to AW - Aerotech Steelfiber i95 Stiff parallel tip
Wedges:ping-small: Glide 4.0 54 and 58
Putter:  :ping-small: PLD Custom Kushin 4

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Now I’m trying to decide for the same money am I better off reshafting my current irons, or just buying all new irons (with less expensive graphite shafts). I am perfectly happy with my current irons, so that’s not a factor for me. I’m thinking reshafting would be money better spent since I’d have better shafts.

  • Titleist TSR2 11° HZRDUS Red CB 50 6.0 w Lamkin UTx Midsize
  • Titleist TSR2 16.5º HZRDUS Red 60 CB 6.0 & TSR2 21º HZRDUS Black 4G 70 6.0 w Lamkin UTx Midsize
  • Mizuno JPX923 HMP 4-GW, T22 54.12WS, T22 58.04DC w Lamkin ST+2 Hybrid Midsize
  • Evnroll EV5.3
  • Maxfli Tour & ProV1
  • Ping Pioneer - MGI Zip Navigator AT
  • Payntr X 002 LE, Ecco Biom C4, FJ DryJoys
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12 minutes ago, Middler said:

Now I’m trying to decide for the same money am I better off reshafting my current irons, or just buying all new irons (with less expensive graphite shafts). I am perfectly happy with my current irons, so that’s not a factor for me. I’m thinking reshafting would be money better spent since I’d have better shafts.

Always tough decisions.  Are you going to keep your old irons if you buy a new set or are you willing to reshaft a single club with graphite just to try them out?  If you really like the more expensive shafts,  I would go that route.  What shafts are you considering?

Driver:  :ping-small: G400 Max 9* w/ KBS Tour Driven
Fairway: :titelist-small: TS3 15*  w/Project X Hzardous Smoke
Hybrids:  :titelist-small: 915H 21* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype
                :titelist-small: 915H  24*  w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype        
Irons:      :honma:TR20V 6-11 w/Vizard TR20-85 Graphite
Wedge:  :titleist-small: 54/12D, 60/8M w/:Accra iWedge 90 Graphite
Putter:   :taylormade-small:TM-180

Testing:   SPGC_logo.jpg

Backups:  :odyssey-small: Milled Collection RSX 2, :seemore-small: mFGP2, :cameron-small: Futura 5W

Member:  MGS Hitsquad since 2017697979773_DSCN2368(Custom).JPG.a1a25f5e430d9eebae93c5d652cbd4b9.JPG

 

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