Callaway Steelhead III Driver

Reviewed by: zebra16 ,  Shoots in the 80s

Model Reviewed:
Callaway Steelhead III 9* Uniflex Steel

Summary:
I have been playing a Taylormade 360 Ti for 3 years now. Because of the longer graphite shaft and ligher club head, my shots are hit or miss. The control is not there because at any given time in the swing, with these giant (and this isn't even the largest out there) titanium drivers, it's very hard to tell where the head is.

I read a lot of reviews from the site on steel drivers and steel shafts and had to try for myself. Bought a Callaway Steelhead III 9* with the steel uniflex shaft and WOW what a difference. My Taylormade had 9.5* of loft and the only Callaway I could find was a 9*. Wasn't sure if it would spin too much, but after hitting, it wasn't even an issue.

All I can say is that I took both to the range and it's like night and day. The Taylormade was very inconsistent (and I have a very consistent swing). So my feeling is that the club just never had the right shaft in it for me. When I do connect with the Taylormade, I can hit to 300 straight down the middle.

In my opinion, the Callaway just has more control (via the shorter steel shaft and heavier head). Also, at address, the club makes you feel very comfortable on the tee box. Being only 255cc, I never have to worry about whether or not the ball is teed up high enough. I did lose about 15 to 20 yards, but I am in the fairway off of every tee. Can't even begin to describe that feeling and the confidence that comes along with knowing that!

This club is amazing and every good thing that you've read about it off of this site is absolutely true. If you feel like you can't swing today's Giant Drivers, you really should try this club. However, if you're comfortable with your current driver's club head but feel that the problem is that everything feels too light, try reshafting with steel. You may lose a little distance, but I personally would rather be 270 in the fairway, than 300 in the woods.

Customer Service:
Have not had to use them yet, but only heard good things from those who have.

Reviewed by: simon ,  Shoots in the 90s

Model Reviewed:
callaway steelhead 3, 11* driver reg graphite

Summary:
I have seen similar reviews on here and thought it about time to add one of my own. Im a 'big hitter' but have always sufferred with consistency(sound familiar?) Have been using a taylor made 860 burner, on its day(or should that be mine!!) have hit 361yds(measured) and reckonned tiger need to watch his back, unfortunately, the next round havent hit a single fairway. So, rooted round my garage and found the callaway that Id bought off ebay(about £50)and decided to give it a try at the range against the taylormade...result--whilst the TM was generally longer, the callaway hit the 'fairway' every shot-- I was impressed!! Yesterday, took it out on a round, my golf buddy couldnt believe it--hit every fairway, shortest was 260yds+ longest 325yds(measured),scorecard dropped 5 shots!! The only thing I noticed was slight fade on every shot, have read on here that this could be the shaft stiffness so have just ordered a 9* with firm flex graphite shaft(will review after next round). Im obviously not a great golfer, but if you want to improve your handicap--go for accuracy everytime and this great club from callaway does it in bucket fulls, it even feels more natural when you're teeing up.

Customer Service:
never used

Similar Products Used:
taylor made 860 burner

Reviewed by: Sanjuro82 ,  Shoots in the 80s

Model Reviewed:
Callaway SteelHead III 9.5 Degree

Summary:
Ever since I bought this driver ($69.99 new on Ebay) my driving game has gone up a few levels! I really love this club. I've always preferred smaller headed drivers, so this club fits my game to a T. It does take a bit of practice to get the most out of this driver, because of the smaller sweet-spot. But once you master it, WOW! You will be amazed how far and straight it hits. And the sound it makes on a solid hit can only be described as an explosion. At the driving range you will have people down the line glancing over at you constantly to check out who is blowing up those balls. It used to hit 220-235 on my drives, now with this club I hit 250-280. And I almost always find the fairway off the tee now. Some other pluses are the looks of the club and it's quality build. This club will look great in your bag. Highly recommended (so long as you take the time to practice with it)!!

Customer Service:
Callaway has always had good customer service.

Similar Products Used:
TaylorMade, Cleveland, Callaway BB

Reviewed by: jlllllhlllllc ,  Shoots in the 90s

Model Reviewed:
Cally Steelhead 3

Summary:
after hitting with this driver i had to write a review. this club is just plain awsome it is the best smallhead driver i have ever hit with. the sound it produces is just crazy. the performance is very good, most of my solid hits end up 260+ while off shots end up around 220 but still remain perfectly in the center. the control is insane, a fade or draw is relativly easy to do, and centering it in the fairway is just way to easy. one minor thing i had to get used to was the weight of the head. it is a little on the heavy side but i think that aids in its extreme forgiveness. (make sure to search ebay, i found this club sealed in plastic w/ headcover included, for a mere $20)

Customer Service:
N/A

Similar Products Used:
Callaway BB 454, Ping G5, Bridges Igniter 400, Taylormade R5 and R7