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Also keep in mind that open model and catalog heads can have their top line, sole grind, offset and other aspects adjusted, It can also be made of a different material.

Short Review I had a chance to review the new Fourteen V4 wedges with the input of 2 very good players from my area. For a while now these wedges were on heavy back order in Japan, but now and again readily available with no shortages. This wedge is also available in a limited black edition as seen here. Style & Design: Fourteen has done a good job making this wedge stand out when compared to the majority of designs on the market. The modern engraving, gold and grey paint fill and its interesting back grind further enhance its style. Good Job fourteen on making something simple yet modern. Grind: I think its very efficient not to fancy and overcomplicated but just right and able to get through most terrain quite easily. A couple of us did notice an easier than average time in the bunkers yet also bouncy on hard to very firm lie's. We were using the 58* with a bounce of 12* the 52/56/60 each come with 8* bounce which im sure would have effected both the bunker and hard area shots. Visuals: The V4 has very little offset and a thin topline. Although the stock images appear as if they have less I was not bothered a bit by the way this wedge set's up. My playing partners as well who are extremely good players yet not well versed in high end gear and fitting described it as " an over sized butter knife " I agree its sharp looking from all angles especially face view and top view. Performance: This will work in most conditions, its not bias to one type of turf or another, it held well with my picker style impact and the impact of two very different players. It's very hard to rate spin against other wedges but imo the Spin was good to better than average and it felt fairly soft in its stock S200 shaft as tested. Custom shafts are available at TSG with a variety of other options and the feel will depend a lot on what shaft you are using and the specs the wedge is built at. Overall: I think that if I were to put an NS999, 1150, KB, or something else + had the V4 built to my specs I could play this wedge for a very long time. Pros: Awesome Shape, Versatile Wedge, Better than Average Feel, Many loft options. Cons: To much text on back, Needs heavier stock shaft options & specs.

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In regards to the ZR-30, we can have the heads ordered from the Japan Tour Van then assembled at any specs you desire.

MB-5003, Ive hit all 3 its the best design and coolest looking of all listed.

I will have a chat with their lead designer about this. We wish they would have consulted us sooner but this set was in the design phase almost 7 months before production.

I can inquire about getting an existing set refinished by Epon, We haven't done that yet but we have done many brand new sets customized for customers. Also in regards to removing bag chatter several things come into play like how bad is the chatter and what finish you would like to change to. To give you an idea of the process they strip the current plating off of the head using a chem bath then they send to the plating department or coating lab for the new finish. Drop me a PM for more details.

All three models are manufactured in Japan and I have been able to spend lots of time with the 5003, some time with the Miuraism and limited time with the U.S edition small blade. That being said I may be bias toward the 5003 but I honestly feel it is the better of the 3. It was not to small yet not big for a blade by any means, It was forgiving with what in my opinion was the best pure soft feel of the three you have mentioned. The Miuraism has a big upside and that is the amount of custom options available such ass offset, topline, and other things but please remember no alternate stamping options are offered. ( we get asked that a lot ) The Small Blade released by Miura N.A is my least favorite although it still maintains the Miura quality it appeared a bit squished or akward in shape, I have no desire for blades getting smaller than they already are so this really didn't fit the bill for me and I dont have the game or ego to want a less forgiving blade. Other options I would suggest would be the AF-Tour's of course as they are forgiving and pure, not as soft but pure in a solid way, and the other is the PPM Pro Performance Blades we have on sale, those are soft but play only as forgiving as a traditional blade. AF-Tour's or MB5003 are my personal suggestions for you.

Does anyone know if the R9's that are being used on the U.S Tour and JPGA Tour even have the imix?

The have been discontinued because the Mold Broke and no more can be produced. There are 70 sets left in the world and will be getting a special limited treatement. The final 70 pieces. This is a recent event taken place in the last week or two. Big news is coming out about Golds Factory and Master Sasaya after the new TSG Version 7.0 site is launched. Stay tunned.

IMO its the shaft that is in your 901 that is holding you back in regards to distance but helping you with dispersion. The Fujikura is heavier and more stout also it isnt the stock shaft option that tends to play softer. Did you order this shaft as a custom option from TS or did you have it installed yourself? Either way the specified tipping instructions were probobly used. If you were to put a good and softer shaft into your 901 you would notice an increase in distance with the dispersion widening. If you were to put your rombax into the Adams driver with similar tipping instructions and specs you would see the distance decrease and the dispersion tighten.

Above is the text you mention, It really doesnt make much sense because products made in Japan and sold in Japan are not subject to duties. But products made in Japan and sent to the USA are charged duties. IMO and I will get clarification for you directly from Daiwa is that the products are assembled in Japan for the USA and assembled in China for the Japanese market. It could be due to shipping weight or other factors. I do think they mean assembled not manufactured.

NC-1 handmades are made in japan the NC-1 standard issue are made by dynamix in China. This is fact.

I dont know where you heard that but the ONOFF guys in Japan and USA clearly state that most of their items are not made in Japan. The CB247 is made in Japan.

Have your golds adjusted so its more to your liking. You have a sweet blank sole that can have some engravings done, hand grind on the lines if they are to sharp for your eye, you can re mill the face, ad or reduce weight and even change the finish and paint fill.

This PRGR is very easy to hit. I like the chink crunch tink type sound and feel it gives off. Its a bit dangerous in fluffy ruff if your misses are high and low on the face but for picking it from hard or tight lie's PRGR makes some of the best fairways.

When built correctly graphite in irons is lethal. When i used the I-10 by Roddio in MB5003 heads vs NS1150 the distance was almost a full club difference.

Thanks Duffer and T, Our cost is higher. Their cost is higher. The yen is very strong right now and the product due out around October is a full level up as far as tech, cost, and other factors. Other Epon dealers around the globe and the U.S have to comply with the new price policy starting Feb 1st. If you have any questions please PM me.

Thanks for sharing, was your improvement pure leader board or were you working on other things as well? The difference it made visually and from the vector readings are impresive.

48/53/58 for me When I carry four wedges its just to many options running through my head before the shot. Especially around the 80-90 yd range.

They look pretty equal, I would say the 2006 is a hair more forgiving but I may be wrong, I have not been able to hit both side by side and am making a comparison based on looks and how much meat the iron has in certain areas. I also dont think Miura Giken Japan will continue the passing point name much longer.

There are some older models that are very forgiving but dont look so hot. Of the latest and best looking models I suggest the CB-2006 but that is only if you are mid to low handicap.

I hear its a very easy to hit driver if you put a smooth swing on it. Early reviews in Japanese demo day's and shop feedback report a higher launching ball flight and that it comes off the face with "Super" distance and EXTREMELY little spin. Interesting design if you ask me and it appears to make sense as PRGR faces usually contain unreal ball speeds, feel, and forgiveness but the overall hitting area of the face usually appears more shallow with less lower heel and toe space. Smooth repeatable swings and good ball striking really maximize the benifits of owning this one. If your bad shot is high or low heel and toe then I suggest a club with a bigger striking zone.

Same thing different finish.

Geotech has many original designs. To many companies use catalog heads to list.