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Hook DeLoft

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That right.  I ordered a set of PXG 0211 ST's, 6 thru gap.  Given my ball striking, the likelihood of me playing them more than a few times a year is slim but I just sold some stuff and couldn't resist.  I have an old set of Wilson FG17 Staff irons that I hit occasionally which are surprisingly forgiving for a blade but I need graphite.  I'm hoping the new irons will have that pure feel we all crave.

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Ping G430 Max 10.5 degree

Callaway 2023 Big Bertha 3 wood set to 17 degrees

Cobra F9 Speedback 7/8 wood set at 23.5 degrees

Callaway Epic Max 11 wood

Ping Eye 2 BeCu 2-SW

Mizuno 923 JPX HM HL 6-GW

Hogan sand wedge 56 degree bent to 53

Maltby M Series+ 54 degree

Ping Glide 3.0 Eye2 58 degree

Ping Glide 3.0 60 degree

Evnroll ER2

Ping Sigma 2 Anser

Cheap Top Flite mallet putter from Dick's, currently holding down first place in the bag

TaylorMade Mini Spider

Bridgestone XS

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Not a idiot. I had cobra amp cell pro irons as my main set for a long time and was about a 15 or so hdcp. For me learned a lot and loved the feel and look of them. May have not suited me the best but man I loved playing them.

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Not an idiot. I've thought of having a set of all out blades because I had persimmons and blades for the first 20 years I played so I know how good they feel when you pure one (and more rewarding), and I prefer what I call traditional lofts. But I know I would be punished severely from a scoring perspective (and stinging hands from time to time) without something more forgiving, so I play a club that falls somewhere between both extremes. Everyone should play what they want to, whether it makes sense to others or not - it's your money. Many pros don't even play all out blades like muscle backs any more...so there's room for all choices.

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I think the graphite shafts will take out most of the sting from bad shots.  I saw a couple of things on line recently that showed that blades lose very little on heel contact and I thought, "Hey, I can miss it on the heel!"  As much as I complain about my ball striking, it has been slowly improving for the last 18 months.  After decades of not taking divots, I'm now hitting down on the ball and getting a better ball flight.  The big fight is mental.  I have to be very disciplined to make the right swing.

14 of the following:

Ping G430 Max 10.5 degree

Callaway 2023 Big Bertha 3 wood set to 17 degrees

Cobra F9 Speedback 7/8 wood set at 23.5 degrees

Callaway Epic Max 11 wood

Ping Eye 2 BeCu 2-SW

Mizuno 923 JPX HM HL 6-GW

Hogan sand wedge 56 degree bent to 53

Maltby M Series+ 54 degree

Ping Glide 3.0 Eye2 58 degree

Ping Glide 3.0 60 degree

Evnroll ER2

Ping Sigma 2 Anser

Cheap Top Flite mallet putter from Dick's, currently holding down first place in the bag

TaylorMade Mini Spider

Bridgestone XS

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Nothing will bring me more joy playing golf than a flushed 7 iron blade. Not even lower scores as I’ll never be as good as I once was. Plus my short game and driver is what cost me shots. Not my iron play. If a more forgiving iron would be beneficial I think the advantage is most noticeable in the long irons. So I have decided to throw in the bag irons 4-6 of T100. 
 

 

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On 3/26/2022 at 9:03 AM, Hook DeLoft said:

That right.  I ordered a set of PXG 0211 ST's, 6 thru gap.  Given my ball striking, the likelihood of me playing them more than a few times a year is slim but I just sold some stuff and couldn't resist.  I have an old set of Wilson FG17 Staff irons that I hit occasionally which are surprisingly forgiving for a blade but I need graphite.  I'm hoping the new irons will have that pure feel we all crave.

 

... Yup I agree, you are an idiot ... but probably a happy idiot. Not much is more fun than playing MB's IF you don't care about your score. This game is much more simple than most of us make it out to be. Kinda like pronating when walking and an orthopedic or after market shoe insert can help you walk with feet more neutral but you buy those very cool looking shoes. Look great and make you happy but your feet suffer and by the end of the round walking isn't an easy endeavor. But get the right insert and the right shoes and walking is virtually pain free even if they don't look nearly as cool. Same reason that someone battling a fade or slice can buy a draw biased driver. 

... That said, I think everyone serious about golf should have a set or have at least played one set of MB's in their golfing life. I know some like to claim nirvana on a perfectly struck MB but I cannot tell the difference between a perfectly struck MB or a perfectly struck CB as long as they are both a soft carbon steel. MB's are just fun and remind you why you don't play them. 🤪

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I am a 6 handicap and am currently playing a set of Titleist 718 MB's and they are goddam glorious. Fine....I am not good enough to play these but I can confirm that I maybe 1 to 2 strokes better on a bad day with my T100's.... can I use those 1 or 2 strokes..... absolutely but I'll won't be told what to do....and you are NOT an idiot. Also, it's true you concentrate way more using the MB's. 

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40 minutes ago, chisag said:

 

... Yup I agree, you are an idiot ... but probably a happy idiot. Not much is more fun than playing MB's IF you don't care about your score. This game is much more simple than most of us make it out to be. Kinda like pronating when walking and an orthopedic or after market shoe insert can help you walk with feet more neutral but you buy those very cool looking shoes. Look great and make you happy but your feet suffer and by the end of the round walking isn't an easy endeavor. But get the right insert and the right shoes and walking is virtually pain free even if they don't look nearly as cool. Same reason that someone battling a fade or slice can buy a draw biased driver. 

... That said, I think everyone serious about golf should at least have a set or at least played one set of MB's in their golfing life. I know some like to claim nirvana on a perfectly struck MB but cannot tell the difference between a perfectly struck MB or a perfectly struck CB as long as they are both a soft carbon steel. MB's are just fun and remind you why you don't play them. 🤪

The feel and flight of the MBs are exactly why I play them. Now I will admit I do not hit or play my 62 FC Macs as well as the signature set but I love those things especially playing my vintage rounds with persimmon too where scores do not matter. But when it comes down to brass tacks the signature set is on the line. And that is not because I am macho but those work best for me and I have all the confidence in the world in them

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Hi, I actually play the PXG 0211 irons,,,have no fear-they are really NOT a true blade. I have played true blades for years and dropped back to these because they do look like a blade but they play much more forgiving. And you are not an idiot for wanting new clubs-just a realist....technology improves the breed and will improve your outcome! 

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Bought ST 211 also a few months back: 6 - W Nippon 850 steel shaft, even though have Gen 3 T & P sets. Only was able to play a few rounds with them on Nov - Dec for various reasons. Got them out Jan & still think there great even tho only did couple 9 holers.  They look & especially , feel so good. Hoping to get to playing in April & getting that feeling again.  And yes I am an iron junkie. But, think Ive found MY SET!

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4 hours ago, chisag said:

 

... Yup I agree, you are an idiot ... but probably a happy idiot. Not much is more fun than playing MB's IF you don't care about your score. This game is much more simple than most of us make it out to be. Kinda like pronating when walking and an orthopedic or after market shoe insert can help you walk with feet more neutral but you buy those very cool looking shoes. Look great and make you happy but your feet suffer and by the end of the round walking isn't an easy endeavor. But get the right insert and the right shoes and walking is virtually pain free even if they don't look nearly as cool. Same reason that someone battling a fade or slice can buy a draw biased driver. 

... That said, I think everyone serious about golf should at least have a set or at least played one set of MB's in their golfing life. I know some like to claim nirvana on a perfectly struck MB but cannot tell the difference between a perfectly struck MB or a perfectly struck CB as long as they are both a soft carbon steel. MB's are just fun and remind you why you don't play them. 🤪

What's bad is when you still slice the ball with that draw bias driver that you paid $549 for. 😬

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Your not an idiot.  A couple of members at my club bought 0211 ST and love them, too.  I cannot believe the significant drop in price for the 0211 STs.

Enjoy the new clubs!

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Just got notification that they are shipping today. Scheduled delivery is Friday. Woo hoo!

14 of the following:

Ping G430 Max 10.5 degree

Callaway 2023 Big Bertha 3 wood set to 17 degrees

Cobra F9 Speedback 7/8 wood set at 23.5 degrees

Callaway Epic Max 11 wood

Ping Eye 2 BeCu 2-SW

Mizuno 923 JPX HM HL 6-GW

Hogan sand wedge 56 degree bent to 53

Maltby M Series+ 54 degree

Ping Glide 3.0 Eye2 58 degree

Ping Glide 3.0 60 degree

Evnroll ER2

Ping Sigma 2 Anser

Cheap Top Flite mallet putter from Dick's, currently holding down first place in the bag

TaylorMade Mini Spider

Bridgestone XS

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Have fun with those! And to clarify, we are all idiots... just in different areas 😄

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I love the thought of having blades again but my propensity to hit in the heel of the golf club lately would just mean that I was paying for sore hands from all the vibration.

Hate yourself, not the game...

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There was a time when I would have agreed with you mainly because I couldn't understand not caring about shooting the lowest score possible.

 

I now realize that the object of the game is to have fun.  There is something to be said for having clubs in your bag that you like.  Enjoy them!

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I bought the new PXG driver a month ago. Love it!  Getting a new PXG putter Thursday.  It's the annual rite of spring because you know.  It's not my swing!  😎.  It's what we do.  Amirite?

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I saw this topic thread and thought I had posted it lol. Just snagged some Mizuno JPX 919 Tours on eBay thinking they were a cavity backed iron, but not quite in the “Game Improvement” category. They come in Wednesday or Thursday. Hopefully I can hit something longer than an 8 iron. Good luck with your blades as well!

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Got to agree with most others on here. Not an idiot, I bought some Mizuno MP-33s just cause I wanted to have fun. Nothing like having a pro style look before your non pro shot! Enjoy the sticks! 

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I feel I've done well, not responding to a blade thread until page 2.  LOL

I've never understood the ruckus that blades cause.  I feel like they may work for a greater segment of the golf populace than many think.  That said, I know there is a considerable group for whom they will *not* work.

My take is, if you're curious, try them.  And by that, I mean *really* try them, something more than just a few rounds over a couple of weeks.  If they don't work, then you'll know.  If they do, muy bueno, and off you go.

I don't see it as many do, that it's a "play what you like regardless of score" toggle switch.  For me, I play them because I get better results with them.  Including score.  Maybe you won't see this in your own use.  And, maybe you will.  Won't know unless you try.  <shrug>

So.... I feel like I'm on reddit...   definitely not an idiot.   🙂

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  • 3 weeks later...

Blades are generally okay to play with. I currently play the Maltby MMB 17s which have the be the most forgiving "blade" in existence. I put the 7-iron up against an MP68 7 iron with the exact same shaft/specs and the Maltby felt like a GI club compared to the Mizuno. It was really is interesting and validated the specific COG measurements by Golfworks. The MP68, like most blades, has a COG that is a little higher and closer to the hosel than the center of the face. Not surprisingly, most solid strikes were right where the Golfworks measurements said they would be. I also found it more challenging to have repeatable solid strikes with the MP68s over the Maltbys. I thought the MP68s were far better looking and had a much nicer appearance behind the ball but they were challenging to repeat truly solid strikes. The driving range had a green I was taking aim at and I can confirm that the yardage loss on the slight mishits on the Mizuno was real and appeared to be about five yards when I had a decent swing but the strike was not quite on the COG. The MMB 17s offered a lot more forgiveness but they are a different design that I'm sure some wouldn't even question calling a true muscle back. 

Ultimately, most people I see playing blades for "the fun of it" put them away after a few weeks once they get past the honeymoon period. Eventually, most can feel that a majority of their shots aren't flushed and don't feel like butter. However, I think when people do get experience with blades, it's more likely they buy a combo set with blades in the short irons for their next set. I have yet to find any GI iron that competes with the consistency of a more compact forging in the shorter irons. 

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I was just at a Callaway Demo Day at our club and hit the Rogue Pro ... forged blade.  Very nice club, forgiving but can still work it.   If I were in the market for new irons, I might strongly consider them.

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How do you like them so far? i have been tempted to scratch the itch. just need a reason to scratch.

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2 hours ago, Vegan_Golfer_PNW said:

How do you like them so far? i have been tempted to scratch the itch. just need a reason to scratch.

So far, so good. As expected, they are shorter than my other irons which have stronger lofts. They are not as forgiving as the average cavity back but more forgiving than most muscle backs I have played. I don’t find that being 15 yards short on a mis-hit has a larger effect on my score than being 7 to 10 yards short on a mis-hit with a cavity back. Except, of course, when there is water short of the green. 😏And they sure are purty. 

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Ping G430 Max 10.5 degree

Callaway 2023 Big Bertha 3 wood set to 17 degrees

Cobra F9 Speedback 7/8 wood set at 23.5 degrees

Callaway Epic Max 11 wood

Ping Eye 2 BeCu 2-SW

Mizuno 923 JPX HM HL 6-GW

Hogan sand wedge 56 degree bent to 53

Maltby M Series+ 54 degree

Ping Glide 3.0 Eye2 58 degree

Ping Glide 3.0 60 degree

Evnroll ER2

Ping Sigma 2 Anser

Cheap Top Flite mallet putter from Dick's, currently holding down first place in the bag

TaylorMade Mini Spider

Bridgestone XS

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I am hunchbacked and don't have the bi-lateral strength to hit a blade below a 7 or 6 iron.  So a few years ago I went for a fitting, hoping to get Mizunos, but the fitter set me with Ping I 500 that has a forged face welded to a who-knows-what geometry.  Love them.  Love my Mizuno forged wedges and I can hit a rare club, a Mizuno 24 deg 4 iron hollow? forged Fly-Hi hybrid iron.  Congrats on idiot love of golf.

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Driving Iron: Mizuno MP 18 MMC 3 18 degree, on Mamiya Recoil reg flex.

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6,7,8,9,wedge: Ping I 500, on Recoil reg flex shafts.

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I also bought the 211 st blades. I'm a senior, and I thought I was idiot too, but I love them, and I'm finding that they are just as forgiving as the cavity backs that I had been playing. I think the biggest hurdle is trying to get use to the look. Don't get me wrong they are beautiful, however they look tiny 😉.  I find that if I just play within myself with them they are really great clubs! Enjoy! Been bad weather, so looking to get to play them much more 😀

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Absolutely NOT an idiot. I am 72 (yuck) this year and have been playing blades for 20 years. Don't give into the idea you cannot hit them. Mine usually go straight unless I need to curve one around a tree which I cannot do with the "forgiving" clubs. I am considering a set of the PXG clubs but I hit Louisville as of now. Let us know how it goes with the PXG ST's

 

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So much fear porn about blades these days. I got a set of TM P7MBs 3-PW last fall to replace my 1984 Hogan Apex PCs. You learn to play with what you have. I don't recall there being any shot I couldn't hit with my sticks growing up. It never occurred to me that my 2 iron was hard to hit, loved that club. We're all being bombarded with negative ads and it does take a toll. In relative terms, a modern blade is way easier to hit than what I grew up with, but I don't recall anyone complaining about their clubs being too hard to hit. This is a modern phenomenon. You're not playing for money, you're playing for enjoyment. So go enjoy your new clubs.

Driver: :tour-edge: c721 9.5 / HZRDUS Smoke Blue RDX 6.0
Irons: :taylormade-small:P7MB 3-PW, Project X IO 5.5, 1.5 flat
Wedges: Hogan Equalizer II, 52 standard V sole, 58 Texas Grind
Hybrid: :callaway-small: FT 20 degrees
Fairway: :tour-edge: c721 5-wood / HZRDUS Smoke Blue RDX 6.0
Putter: EVNROLL ER2 Black

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