I'm a relatively new golfer (3yrs) and have used Lynx Predator irons and Callaway X-14 irons prior to my 2 year experience with the VFTs.

The clubs are beautiful. They are well constructed, solid feeling and have taken significant abuse from our Central Texas "hard as a rock" fairways and roughs. Despite the tough conditions in which I play, they have served me well and reward a well-struck shot with the "pured" feel that every golfer pursues.

I'm just now beginning to be able to fade and draw at will. It's not easy for me to do, but I certainly would not classify this club as "dead-straight-only."

Miss-hits give your hands (and your ego) a bite, as they should, but the ball still wheezes out there fairly straight. If you have a seizure during the middle of your backswing, as I still do from time to time, no club will save you.

So, it's been a very good club for me. But, truth be told, I just demo'd the Callaway Fusion irons...big mistake. I think I'm about to retire the VFTs in favor of the Fusions (hotter, more "pure" feeling, higher launch). But not without a big round of applause for the VFTs for helping me through these first 3 years of self-inflicted, bipolar golf.

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This club was discontinued by callaway because"it was too expensive for the average golfer".That being said,this club has won Millions of $ on the senior and LPGA tours-still being used by several senior pros. Very forgiving,soft feel,not ballo0ning,easy to hit.There is a "cult" following with these sticks--try and find a set and you will get the picture-I know of people that havce bought up sets-just in case thiers are stolen or break-one of the best clubs ever made-...

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always top rate

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G2,G5,I3,I3+ 2004 Berthas all the X models,fusions,Mizzuno,-vft wins no contest

A great set of hi-tech irons! The last set I'll ever buy in this lifetime. Can't say enough about them. Long stright and easy to hit. You can work them some, but it is difficult to really work them. Price is worth it for what you get, if they work for you, that is.

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Very forgiving clubs that are easy to hit. Great game impovement clubs for higher handicaps as well as good clubs for the more experienced golfer. Have read reviews that state you cannot work the ball or "control" shots as everything flies straight. This is not true, it takes a little more effort but can be done. Knock downs are a little tougher to hit (the natural ball flight is high) as is pulling the ball back on the green, but once you get used to it, it can be done fairly easily. I prefer my Mizuno's though, because blades give you a better feedback on shots. As far as distance, I hit my 9 blade about 160 as opposed to 150 with these, so there is little loss of distance for me at least. But an altogether pretty good club. Note: If you are used to playing blades, the thick and large sole of the Hawkeyes may take some getting used to. Also, they play out of tough lies pretty good for cast irons. I would rate this club as a 5 for high handicaps and 3.5-4 for lower handicaps, but again, this is based on preferences.

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Mizuno, Adams, Titleist, Hogans.

the bottom line is these clubs will improve your game. most bad reviews of these clubs are because of the price. i can understand that but if you want the feeling of hitting pure shots where you want them to go these are the clubs for you. if you think you are to good of a player to play these "game improvement" clubs you obviously have not tried them. workability is there, feel is there and lower scores are there...give these clubs 1 month and you will lower your handicap. im surprised more professionals are not playing them. CHECK OUT BRUCE FLEICHERS STATS ON THE SENIOR TOUR IF YOU WANT PROOF THEY WORK.

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I am 59 years old and have been playing golf for about 40 years. In all that time i have tried many types of irons - cannot even mention all of them ( cannot remeber them all). I currently maintain a 7 hadicap. Recently I managed to obtain a set of Callaway VFT irons - had them fitted with System 55 graphite shafts and two degrees flat. These are the best irons I have ever hit in my life. They allow me to hit the ball higher than I ever thought I could - they hit the green and hold. Also, they want to go straight, can be worked but not easily. These are the absolute most forgiving irons on the planet. If you can possibly find a set to demo - do so, they are expensive, but if properly fitted, you will never ever need another set of irons.

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Customer service was excellent - they are absolutely the best.

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Have tried all of these: Ping Zing 2, Taylor Made Firesole, Callaway X12, Titleist 762, Adams GT's, Wilson Fat Shafts and Deep Reds.

First and foremost, I don't believe technology is the only answer in trying to improve your game. Golf is about confidence, positive thinking and the odd lucky bounce. That said, wow, what a club. The moment I gripped the VFTs, I was in love. If your game is about "feel", you'll love them too. The ball flies high, consistently and you know when you've hit a good one. Standing at address, you have the confidence to know that you can go for the pin and the ball is likely going to go where you want it. I've read what others say about not being able to work the ball, and haven't found that to be true. I can get a draw or fade when needed (well, most times). If it doesn't draw/fade, it is more likely because of a swing error than anything else. As a buyer's guide, I would say buy this club if you are looking for: - a club that is consistent, and gives you the feeling that you can hit it where you want it to end up - a higher tragectory (who doesn't want it to land softly on the green from 200 yds on in?) I'd pass on these clubs if: - you think that being long = being a good golfer. I didn't notice much improvement/loss in terms of distance, but am wary of claims made by reviewers related to distance. Recognize that distance is also affected by factors like ball choice and weather. A softer, 3 piece ball just won't fly as long as others, but it can sure spin and stop by the pin. I hit a 7 iron in from 165yds before, and still do it with my VFTs - you are on a limited budget. I got mine used off eBay after hitting a demo set on the links, but they are pricey.

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haven't had to use them

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I used to play Powerbilt grand slam and changed to VFT's this spring. These are really good clubs. Really forgiving and gives tremendous confidence when addressing the ball. However, ball flight is high and I lose about i club in length. I would recommend these clubs to beginners.

I used to own Wilson Fatshafts and was very pleased with them. However, always liked the look of the VFTs and had never used Callaway products. I demo'd a set of the VFTs and was so impressed I bought them the same day. I typically play with single digit handicappers and initially they were ripping me about playing with "spatulas" as opposed to thier blades but they quickly were silenced when they saw how I played with these sticks. These clubs are long, straight (although they can be worked when needed) and very forgiving. I've reduced my handicap by three (9 to 6) since I picked these clubs up. Not cheap but worth every penny.

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I had to get my three iron re-shafted and service was excellent.

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These are the best clubs I've owned. I started with some knock-off Big Bertha's with a cheap shaft and hated them but didn't know better. One year later bought the Ping i3's. Well, they were somewhat better but I still couldn't hit them like I thought I should be able to. Three months ago bought a set of 2002 Big Bertha irons with the uniflex shaft. These clubs take all the sting out of mis-hits and fly very very high. Too high for me. Finally a week ago I bought a set of VFT w/Graphite 75 firm flex. Played with them two rounds and wouldn't get rid of these clubs for anything. I can't imagine anything better ever coming out, but, I know that's going to happen one day. However, these clubs are longer than any others I've used, plus the stiff flex keeps the trajectory a little lower for me. I don't like a really high ball, just a good mid-flight trajectory. Only problem I had was hitting a few irons shots to the right. Don't know why yet but I'll figure it out. Do yourself a favor and buy these clubs. They're great and have just enough feedback for me. If there is a caveat it's they do not bite like my Ping i3s but what the heck, I'm closer to the green and can judge my distance a little better with the Callaway VFTs. Yes, they're expensive, but, I won't be looking to replace them in a year either. Wish I could rate these higher than 5. They're worth it!

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The very best. I called to have the lie changed 2* up. No problem and NO charge. All I pay is shipping one way. How's that!

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