Alex Etches
Custom fitter, gear deep-dives
“Wow, that's feisty for a CB.”
Surprisingly forgiving and punchy for a CB, with consistent numbers that back up the stunning looks; he's putting it in his bag as the long-iron half of a split set.
+ the facts · 4 pros · 1 cons− the facts
- +Noticeably more forgiving than the MB, holding distance and shape even on heel and low strikes
- +Strong distance for a CB (195-yard six-iron carries, 243-yard four-iron total)
- +Soft, fast feel from the VibrCor channel dampening behind the face
- −Fairly thick top line for a CB
For: Golfers who want a better-player CB look but with real forgiveness and distance behind it
James Robinson Golf
Mid-handicap everyman reviews
“I love them. I absolutely love them.”
Gorgeous forged cavity back that delivers looks, feel, workability and consistent carries; the only real problems are the premium price and that Tour Edge's own MB is nearly as forgiving.
+ the facts · 6 pros · 4 cons− the facts
- +Some of the best looking irons he has tested, old-school TaylorMade vibe
- +Fantastic feel and turf interaction from the wide sole
- +Consistent carry numbers even on mishits, no hot jumpers thanks to VibrCore channel
- −Expensive at roughly $1,250 / £1,000 for a brand people expect to save money on
- −Looked underwhelming out of the box next to the MB and Max
- −Offset could be an issue for faders
For: Greedy mid-to-low handicappers who want forgiveness, workability, looks and feel all in one club
Michael Newton Golf
On-course, season-long club tests
“that feels beautiful off the club face”
A forged players cavity that feels beautiful and flies with far more control than the Max, let down slightly by a blocky top edge.
+ the facts · 7 pros · 4 cons− the facts
- +Beautiful forged feel and muted sound off the face
- +Much more controlled flight with a higher peak than the Max
- +Squat head, shorter blade length and less offset
- −Top edge is blocky and squared off, thicker than expected for the category
- −Right hand only, no left hand option
- −No sand wedge in the set
For: Players who want to shape the ball and prioritise feel and consistency over distance
