Callaway X-12 Irons

Callaway X-12 Irons 

DESCRIPTION

The 1998 Big Bertha Irons feature all of the game-enhancing characteristics of the Great Big Bertha Titanium irons in a stainless steel head. The sweet-spot of the club has been increased over the standard Big Bertha iron. The weight has been re-distributed around the club and the center-of-gravity has been lowered to create a more heel-and-toe balanced iron. The top line has also been thinned to make this the most playable club Callaway has ever created. (Price for 3-PW Steel Shaft)

USER REVIEWS

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[Mar 21, 2003]
chris
Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed: calloway x-12 pro

I was very impressed with these clubs. The balance and feel was just incredible. When I hit the sweet spot it felt so good. I am not used to overshooting the green. I can not begin to tell you how forgiving these clubs can be. The only thing that can say in the negative is that the head of the club is really big.

OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
5
[Mar 02, 2003]
Arba
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed: X-12 Pro Series (SW-9)

I purchased the 3-SW X-12 pro series and like them very much. I bought what I could afford. You should not judge a book by its cover. I read alot of complaints that these clubs are too big and clanky and that they feel wierd at address. Why does it matter what the club looks like? My pro can hit a left handed driver by turning it upside down. He can draw it and fade it. He can also hit it sitting down. That should tell you something. If you have a good swing you can hit it with anything. A club does not create a hook or slice. The timing of your hands at impact does. Nothing else. People rack their brain worrying about flex strength,what it's made of, etc. Technology will not make you a scratch golfer. Callaway could keep going with the X series and have the X-25 pro series made out of kriptonite and it won't lower your score that drastically. Technology has improved, but the average golfer's scores have not. The X-12 pro series are good enough. Just practice your butt off and stay away from Golf Digest. All that information will confuse you. Hell, what did Ben Hogan play with?

Customer Service

N/A

Similar Products Used:

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OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Feb 04, 2003]
Sfgadv
Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed: Callaway X-12 Irons

I have been golfing with these clubs for almost 2 years now. I saw them at Dicks sporting goods and gave them a run, at first i couldnt get used to the fat lip, im used to playing with a couple mix-matched iron cobras with sharp edges that cut out under the ball, but i quickly got used to the club, and now it works wonders. A great set of clubs for a great price, and you can brand the "callaway" name.

OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
4
[Oct 10, 2002]
nstokoe
Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed: callawat x12's

After being away from golf for 5 years, these clubs have definitely re-ignited the flame. Used to play Mizuno which were undeniably good but the x12's are a revelation. Easy, consistent and long though a little too high if I'm being totally honest. I would definitely recommend a set to anyone who is not 100% in the swing department. Yes, there may be better clubs for certain individuals but I doubt if a single set of clubs could be used as easily by as many different people.

Similar Products Used:

Mizuno Faldo id, Ping eye 2, Ping ISI, Mizuno Comp CT.

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
4
[Oct 09, 2002]
fxbanta
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed: Callaway X-12

Excellent overall club! Longest irons I have used whether hit on the sweetspot, the heel or the toe. Great feel aon impact and I know where the clubhead is at all times during the swing.

Customer Service

No experience.

Similar Products Used:

Cleveland TA-3, TA-5, Adams GT Tour, Callaway X-14 Pro Series, Titleist DCI 762

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
4
[Sep 24, 2002]
Lawrence Tan
Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed: X-12

I have been playing with X-12 irons for 3 years. I have absolute no complain with these irons (I plan to keep it for a long long time). These irons is simply the best any beginner can ask for. You will be punished for bad shot, only distance lost. I think this is best irons set for any golfer who is struggling to hit mid to long irons. I am one of the best iron player among my regular golf partners, I can high almost everytime a 8 iron straight and high consistent 140 yards or 155 for 7. I guess you know why :-), it is the tool. X-12 strength is the approach shot; long and high even with mid and long irons, this is especially important for hard green where the ball needs to come to a quick stop and not run off the green. I have tried X-14, I think anyone planning to switch should think again. Beside, I love the satin finish of the irons. If you cannot hit these irons, don't bother looking for other irons, try a Pro.

Customer Service

No experience.

Similar Products Used:

X-14, Titleist 981, TaylorMade Supersteel

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Aug 16, 2002]
scotchman
Shoots in the 100s
Model Reviewed: Calaway X-12 3-PW

Previously had a $300 set of clubs, wanted to get serious this year. I know my swing need ALOT of work but was looking for something to give me confidence and consistency. Test drove 8 different sets ($400-1200 CDN) at the range over 3 sessions. Kept changing clubs after a few swings to mix things up. Kept coming back to Callaway being the most consistent, even when compared pricier clubs like Ping I-3's and Mizuno 33's. Can't comment on "working" the ball because I don't know how. I do know that I really have to miss-hit to get ugly feedback. If the shot goes astray, I usually know what I did wrong, not the club's fault. PW does sometimes chunk a "finesse" shot around the green. May need another wedge with less bounce. Each time on the range is getting better. Haven't cracked 100 yet (been out for 5 x 18's) but have a couple of 45's on 9 at men's night so it will come. Only gripe is that it chewed up too much of my budget ($1000). But I couldn't justify making do with the other clubs I tried.

Customer Service

Nothing yet, but family and friends are all positive about McGowan's helping you, then dealing with the manufacturer

Similar Products Used:

Had 10yr old set of Precision II's. Tried - Ping I-3, Mizuno 33, Armour 845-OS, Nicklaus N-1, Deep Red, Yonex, Wilson 1200.

OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
4
[Aug 03, 2002]
natearmstrong
Shoots in the 80s

I purchased a set of these irons with the RCH 99 R-Flex shaft. I was quite disappointed with their performance. They were very unforgiving requiring me to hit them near perfect to get any type of good trajectory. The R-Flex shaft also seemed much more "flex" than the R-Flex of a Titliest or Taylor Made. It was difficult to learn to play these clubs, and once I did I noticed nothing superior in their performance for the amount of money I paid.

Similar Products Used:

Titleist DCI, Taylor Made 320s

OVERALL
RATING
2
VALUE
RATING
2
[Jul 27, 2002]
Mike Sak
Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed: Callaway X-12

I had 2nd Swing Golf in Aurora look for a set of X-12's that had Rifle 6.0 shafts and sure enough they found em. I love these clubs. They are not only long, but very accurate as well. I can get good bite on them even from the rough. I cannot say enough about them. I never hit em with the Memphis 10 shafts, only the rifles. I used to hit Tour Edge comp 950's and these X-12's are much better.

Customer Service

Buy Em Up !!

Similar Products Used:

Nike Driver 9.5 Ping Anser Pixel Putter Cleveland Lob Wedge

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
4
[Jul 25, 2002]
GP
Shoots in the 90s

I just wanted to tell the review arena that reviews are "personal experiences" and should not be taken as a personal attack on your preferred equipment. This is in response to Anthony’s post concerning my experiences with the Callaway X12. First, if he likes the Callaway X12 great. Write about what you like about them. Help others come to understand how you came to that conclusion. Anthony sounds like a sales rep whose feelings and sales numbers I hurt by my review. Second, as pointed out by Anthony, based upon my review I personally do not care for them for the reasons I explained. If the Callaway X12 was the ultimate club, as Anthony alluded to by giving sales numbers, then why are there so many other brands? Answer, one size doesn't fit all. I expressed that if an individual is looking for a cure all club--game improvement club if you will and buy into the hype of advertising and playing partners recommendations, one may be unhappy with the Callaway X12 based solely upon that recommendation or ad. I’m glad I picked up that 5 iron and made my purchase. I’m glad I played with them for a month and realized they weren’t for me. I never had buyer’s remorse. If it weren’t for the Callaway X12’s I wouldn’t have known what I didn’t want. The purpose of the review was to help individuals that might not otherwise have the resources to test such an expensive club to find out what I found out. So Anthony, at the end of the day, let’s keep this review area pure. Keep the diatribe for your own personal circle of emails or another venue. Let’s use this resource for a true exchange of experiences of golf equipment rather than a platform to show our anger, hurt and ignorance when someone’s views and experiences don’t agree with yours.

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
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