Titleist AP1 irons are advanced performance, multi-material, dual cavity irons providing great looks, feel, shot control and higher flight with forg...
Summary: Switched from a max game improvement iron (2006 Nike Slingshots) to the AP1s. Being above ave ht and wanting to improve my game, I got fitted at a local muni. After playing the irons for 5 rounds, I have gotten over the mental aspect of having new irons. Asthetically these irons are great looking. They are great to hit as well, ie balanced, high trajectory, and forgiving. Also, I have gained 5-10 yds on each iron. I highly recommend these irons for any player looking to transition from a max game improvement to a game improvement iron.
Customer Service: Franconia Golf Shop in Sfld, MA. Ask for Kevin - he was very knowledgable and helped me select the right set for my ability / cability.
Similar Products Used: Nike Slingshot OSS
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Review Date May 25, 2009
Overall Rating 5 of 5
Value Rating 5 of 5
Reviewed by: Martin Hepting(Unregistered User)
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Shoots in the 100s
Model Reviewed: Titleist AP 1
Summary: I have been taking lessons and my golf has improved immensely with the current clubs I use. I recently attended an open day and tried many clubs, I ended up purchasing the Titleist AP1, purely because of how sweet I was striking the ball. I found that most of the balls I hit had good height and distance. I was custom fitted and am now looking forward to taking many shots off my game.
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Summary: Wow.. great irons! No problem moving the ball left or right and the high launch shafts make hitting the long irons a joy. I've played irons shafted with project X's and they feel stiff or boardy to me but the S300 HL shafts have a softer feel and you get the trajectory of the project X's. Very solid feel at impact with good feadback. You'll know if you miss them or not. Offset is not extreme and sets up pleasingly to the eye. Even though they're cast, they do ding and scratch up pretty easily. IMO, definitely a better iron than past Titleist models that felt hard and harsh.
Customer Service: Not used.
Similar Products Used: I've played a new set or two of all brands every season for 18yrs now.. currently have Mizuno MX-25's and Taylormade Tour Burners.
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Review Date February 12, 2009
Overall Rating 5 of 5
Value Rating 5 of 5
Visitors rate this review 2.33 of 5,
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Reviewed by: Francesco(Unregistered User)
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Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed: Titleist AP1
Summary: LOVE THEM! i started playing golf at the end of July 2008 and i bought a beginners set by RAM which included everything. I've been practicing all winter at least once a week and finally established a consistent swing. So i decided to upgrade and get some real irons. I got the AP1 4-PW with DG S300. I increased my distance by at least a club (probably because i was coming from a beginners set) and the feel is supreme. I finally understand the meaning of buttery after experiencing these clubs. i have a high swing speed and a quick tempo, so the S300 works great for me. i can reach 150 yds w/o any problem with a 8 iron.
When missing the sweet spot, you still get some good distance and the feedback is not too painful.
Summary: I have been playing for some time with a set of Ping I3 Blades (3 degrees up, stiff shafts). Although not a forged club you still get something of a blade feel to these clubs meaning when you are swinging well they are terrific to hit and when you aren't well....At any rate I wanted to find a club that gave me a bit of both worlds. I hit the AP1's and AP2's at my club for a couple of hours one day and decided to buy a set of AP1's (5-P, 2 degrees up) with Titlest Vokey wedges (52/8 and 58/8). Here's the kicker...I ordered DGR300 in the irons and a softer shaft in the wedges (R200). I have always played stiff shafts in my clubs because of my concern about ballooning the ball. Folks, I am pleased to say that these clubs are forgiving and give me the same trajectory of my blade like clubs. Oh, and they are longer, not monster longer but longer. As for feel...no they don't feel like a blade but they aren't mute, either. When hit it in the sweet spot they feel good. When not struck well they still give me feedback without the pain. As for playability (which for amateurs is a bit over emphasized in my opinion) I have found it is easier to knock these down than move them left or right although they can be moved a bit. Yup, these puppies go pretty darned straight!
Conclusion: if you are looking for a solid all around club with more forgiveness than the average bear these clubs will do the job.
Customer Service: Good. Ordered my clubs through my friendly local shop and received them within a week.
Similar Products Used: Ping irons: I3 Blades, I10's
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