2nd Swing Golf
Master fitters, Trackman-heavy testing
“That is the most effortless 175 I think I've ever hit”
The higher-launching, larger Max was actually more efficient in testing, hitting a 1.46 smash and an effortless 175-yard 7-iron, but the heavy offset splits opinion.
+ the facts · 3 pros · 2 cons− the facts
- +1.46 smash factor; more efficient than the standard model in this test
- +Higher launch with a bit more spin
- +Confidence-inspiring larger profile for many golfers
- −A lot of offset, which some players dislike at address
- −Offset look made the tester feel he had to cover the ball
For: Higher handicappers who want maximum help and find offset confidence-inspiring
Club Champion (TXG)
Tour-level fitting studio
“that was an absolute treat”
The two-degree weaker, larger Max head is the fix for slower and shallower players, adding launch and spin without giving up carry.
+ the facts · 6 pros · 1 cons− the facts
- +29-degree 7-iron added noticeably more spin and higher launch
- +Barely gave up any carry distance despite the weaker loft, and can even play longer
- +Peak height matched club head speed nicely at 81 feet and 82 mph
- −Bigger head, wider sole and more visible offset put it in super game improvement territory
For: Slower-speed or shallower players who cannot launch a 27-degree 7-iron and need loft rather than a shaft change to fix it.
Golf Monthly
UK magazine, season-long testing
One of the top performers for ease of launch and stopping power.
+ the facts · 2 pros− the facts
- +Good high launch numbers
- +Strong peak height helps hold greens
For: Golfers who struggle to launch irons and hold greens
Golfalot
Independent UK equipment reviews
The bigger, even more forgiving iron in the range, not tested here and saved for its own review.
+ the facts− the facts
For: Golfers who need maximum size and forgiveness
