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I'm an avid golfer trying to get better and enjoy myself in the process.
We will feature unboxing videos, reviews of clubs, training aids, and anything I think would be of value to golfers just like me. I'll even include some on-course vlogging (maybe) and take you on my journey from a 10ish handicap all the way (with much hard work) to low single digits.
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It's very sad that Hogan has gone out of business. I recently got my hands on a full set of Edge EX irons! I have managed to put together a full set; GS53 max driver, 3 and 4h, 4i-Pw, 50, 54, 58 wedges. I'm pretty stoked to have them! I haven't played with them yet. Now I'm not sure I want to play them. Only a couple if the irons have been hit. I'm fairly new to golf, 3 years into it. I'm glad I have them, though. I'm wondering about the PTx Pros, though.
Hey Russel. Sorry for the late reply. I think you have the right clubs. The PTx Pros or for lower handicaps and low-mid handicaps with good ball striking.
The Titleist T-series irons are fantastic! I purchased a set of the T400’s about a year ago and it totally changed my game. My handicap fell dramatically and the amount of bad shots dropped as well.
I swing the iron every day at home and still hit balls with it when I go to the range. Great for sequencing and tempo. The driver works better than I expected.
The Edge EX irons are meant for higher handicaps and upper-middle handicappers. The ICONs and PTx PROs are meant for low handicappers. Manufacturers don't combine clubs targeted for different handicaps.
@@GolferGeeks That's my concern w/ the PTX Pros. Are the 4-7irons good on distance control? I have an old set of irons that are blade-like and I like how consistent the distances are off blades.
@@slytown I've had no issues with distance control. They are still player irons, just not blades. You can demo them through Hogan. Take out all the guesswork.
Jamie I have a set of Hogan PTx Pro irons...So how do these new Edge irons stack up against them other then the Edge have stronger lofts??? Also been looking at the Mizuno JPX 921 Hot Metal...can you do a review on these Edges vs Mizuno JPX 921 Hot Metal? Thanks....
The Edge EX irons are game improvement to super game improvement irons. Much larger clubheads. If you find the PROs too much to handle you may consider the EXs. Otherwise, I'd suggest you stay with the PROs
Ordered my combo set 2 months ago, still waiting for arrival! Have contacted BH and told the shafts are on back order. They did offer a substitute shaft if I wanted, declined because I want the shaft they fit me too. At least another month. So if you are buying be patient. Thx for the review, can’t wait till mine arrive.
Sorry to hear that, Brent. I know we are in the midst of club buying season. I have a couple buddies ordering clubs from other manufacturers and they are waiting 2-4 months. That would drive me nuts.
Hi mate I just received my hybrid along with the new edge ex irons … look amazing. Just a question on the hybrid … when you put the black crown in the light you can see some sort of cloudy / bubbles in the paint work .. is yours like that …. And yeah it whistles too …. Ha
@@GolferGeeks yeah I’m sure it is a defect … what a shame …. I read your review on the edge ex … they do look fantastic straight out the box … are you doing a vid ?
Good info. I had a putting lesson today and my PGA instructor used this training aid. It was helpful for my stroke. I order one so I waiting for it to arrive.
Question: If the Icons are shorter than the P790s and the PTx Pros are neck n' neck in distance with the P790s, does that mean you've got a weird distance gap between the PTx Pro 7-iron and the Icon 8-iron?
You would think that would be the case. It hasn't played out that way on the course. I've close to a dozen rounds in and I'm sticking greens pin high consistently. I've even got time on launch monitors (using range balls) and I haven't found awkward gapping. My plan is to get in a hitting bay with the premium balls I play and check for any gaps. I love the P790s, but they are not as consistent from shot to shot for me. I'll update with a post on my site sometime soon.
@@GolferGeeks This video is an interview with Ben Hogan CEO at the time the original VKTR came out.. Listen at a minute and a half in.... ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QGX1mWYbbJk.html
Have the icon as in all blades and love them, but was thinking in having the 4-5 as pts pro option too, what are the head sizes compared to the icons ? Don’t really like huge heads
What the other makers don’t tell you about their springy faced jacked loft iron designs is that you have to have good speed to flex the face enough to get the high launches they tout. If you are a slow swinger like me, those jacked loft irons launch too low. I love how Hogan maintains traditional lofts (e.g. 34 deg. 7 iron).
Are the faces made of the same chromoly type steel as hybrids or are the faces soft 1025 steel? I like harder steel in the faces or else the grooves wont last more then 2 years if you're constantly on the range and playing.
@@GolferGeeks ok, MS = Maraging steel, the same durable steel used on the faces of hybrids. A good thing as far as I’m concerned since I can’t afford to replace irons every 2 years.
I use it primarily as a tempo and timing trainer. It stays in my bag. Great for warming up pre-round. Here's my review: golfergeeks.com/lag-shot-golf-review/
@@GolferGeeks awesome!!! I ordered a fitted set, very excited to get them. My last set of fitted clubs were Pings back in 2015 and they took about 8 months to get. Hopefully these take 1-2 months maybe. I am located in the Midwest US so maybe the shipping from Fort Worth and the build time won’t be too long. Thanks for the review!!
hello mate - will you be getting hold the new edge ex irons ? look fantastic.. but waiting for some reviews ... also i am little nervous about delivery to the uk after reading some reviews about people waiting weeks and months after payment
Hey JN. I'm supposed to get them beginning of May. I'll enquire about UK delivery while I'm at it. There were pretty serious delays due to lockdowns. That should be easing up.
@@GolferGeeks great thanks mate - Really looking forward to getting a good idea of size etc .. currently play ap1 716 .. also like Wilson d7 forged .. which is obviously easy to buy in store over hear . Thanks again
@@jnnic8138 I have no word on an official delay, but I was supposed to get a set by now and that ain't happened. I'll enquire. Hope to get an answer in the next few days
This is what I just got in: Hey Jamie, yes...they are set to arrive here end of the week. We can start building pre-ordered sets as soon as they hit our factory in Fort Worth.
Great review, but you also rave about the M5. I’m a 12 HC with a swing speed that puts me in a regular shaft. I demoed the 790’s in FL last month and loved them. But I could save a ton of $$ buying used M5’s although I haven’t swung them. What’s your recommendation? FYI I could probably also buy used 790’s since the current version came out in 2019. On eBay the prices are still high for used 790’s however.
Currently waiting for my new P790s. Coming from traditional lofted clubs P770s circa 2017 (34 deg 7 iron) I'm wondering if you had to make similar adjustments in extra distance gapping ? Wondering if it makes sense to weaken the lofts a degree or 2. I am a 5 hdcp and have hit my 7 iron 150-155 for as long as I can remember. Hoping it isn't too difficult to get used to new yardages.
I'm still working on my distances, to be honest. I carried my 7-iron 165 yds forever. I've carried a few over 180 with my 790s and had similar experiences with other irons in the set. I've heard of people weakening the lofts, but I would worry about ballooning and loss of control. They go so high already because of optimized launch.
Did you ever review the Swingshot Cyclops Pro camera from a couple years ago? You unboxed it but I couldn’t find where you actually used and reviewed it
Hey Donald. I used it for a couple range sessions and found the video quality exceptional. The software was a little clunky at the time. I never got around to the full review.
Have u noticed u hit these wedges really low with lots of spin? I noticed the first step on the shaft is much closer to the hosle and it almost goes too low
For me, these aren't the highest spinning wedges but they work well for the conditions I play here in Houston. I hit them pretty much any hight I want. I usually try to flight wedges though.
I want to see what you find out. My experience is the iron yardages are good. The spin, launch, and apex are not accurate. Swing speed and ball speed is fairly accurate as well. My driver numbers are not accurate when compared to GC2. I’ve been off about 20 yards.
Even those these were more than 3 years old when I got fit, they outperformed Taylormade's, Cobra's, Callaway's, and Titleist's models for 2020. They also felt better and were a little less expensive. Plus, they look great, especially for a game improvement iron. The only irons I think might have been close were the P790's, had I tried them, but those cost so much more
Club choice is SO personal. You mentioned 4 great brands that produce exceptional clubs. It ALWAYS comes down to what performs best for you or just your preference.
@@GolferGeeks Absolutely. I wouldn't say they're going to be the best for everyone, but it's still impressive that a 3 year old club kept up with the big boys
Hi, thanks for the video. I’m currently a 7 handicap and am looking between getting a set of all ptx pros or getting the combo set. How did you find the gapping between the 7 and 8 iron.
10 yard gap so far, which is my standard. It will take me a while to dial this in. I need extended time on the course when my swing is on. Do not take this as gospel
@@GolferGeeks yeah, it was just to get a feel of your opinion. was concerned that the pros would go a lot further and the gap would be to big from 8 - 7 but 10 yards is comforting to hear. Thanks for the reply, much appreciated.
@@harryguarnori9941 this is also my concern before ordering. i dont want a chunky topline wedge and i dont want a bladed 4 iron. but idk how the gapping works. maybe they bend the icons a degree strong or something. did you end up ordering and if so whats your experience with the gapping?
Best wishes from So Cal, and hoping that Texas gets through the current icy weather, and related power and water issues soon. And specifically Ft Worth, as I have a combo set on order and am so, so anxious to receive them. I'm a 15 index currently. Going with this combo set might be a reach for my level, but I'm fine with that. I did the demo program with PTX Pro, and while I only had 1 range session, they felt and looked great. For me, these clubs instill confidence and pride. And even if my index suffers some as I get used to them, it's a small price to pay if my golf enjoyment level increases. The irons will be replacing Titleist DCI 981's I have had for almost 2 decades. And the fairway woods I also ordered will be replacing (dare I admit it) Burner Bubbles. Obviously, I don't change clubs frequently. So I would say - if you are a mid handicapper like me (I think 15ish qualifies), and you are looking at the PTX/Icon Combo, and excited about them, go for it! They will look great in your bag. And if your index suffers because you aren't hitting them as flush as you hoped, get better at chipping and putting to even things out. :) Best, and stay safe.
Thanks for the well wishes, Jeff. We are good to go now. If you are happy with your clubs, I can not argue with that. They are a site to behold and I love mine. As for advising high handicappers to get player irons, I'm going to have to politely disagree.
GREAT question. I ended up buying the 4 - P PTX Pros for that very reason. I'm a 5 hcp. I sold my P790s (they were awful) for these and I may have never made a better decision. Just ordered the Texas Grind (brand new!) Equalizer wedges in 54 and 58 - gotta keep the Vokey 50...its money. Hi from Ottawa!
I received my combo set 3 weeks ago in chrome because I’m a traditionalist. At 68, I learned on blades as a 12 year old. Not sure what this “can’t play blades” nonsense is all about.
A lot of newer golfers are learning on equipment that is hugely forgiving compared to a bladed iron, so the sacrifice of that forgiveness is not worth it to many players who wouldn't even know how to work the ball or any of the other benefits blades have for better ball strikers. Could everyone play blades? Of course, but there just isn't a need for everyone too. I learned on my dad's old MacGregors but I still bought PTx Pros over Icons because I like having a little more forgiveness.
I bought this set a few weeks ago. Love them. I'm hitting long irons better than I have in quite some time. High, straight and long and no jarring on mishits. The short irons are great for those chopped off knock down shots into the wind. The quality is top notch and the black set looks really sexy in the bag, too. Try them!
