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I don't think that's possible. It's not soft like a pillow....I do think the face grooves make a difference in how it feels...definitely less clicky than say, a Cameron...but it's still very much solid, not like an insert...

I have this putter...I don't know about Gun Metal..seems darker than that to me (the original was more gun metal, this is pretty much black IMO). It CAN rust if you're not careful...You basically have to wipe it clean and keep it dry...If you do that it won't rust and the finish doesn't wear...I've had it for a number of years and still looks pretty much new...Now if you like hitting it against stuff or getting out of bunkers with it..yeah, it's really soft, it'll dent, wear, rust, etc...but otherwise it's fine. I have a G-Field Premium that I've been wanting to use and knock this out of the bag but so far it hasn't happened...

It's not Japanese but I don't see how you can go wrong with a 510TP at that size...

Sorry, forgot to add pics. MR23 US Spec CBs 3-PW S400 Shafts Standard Loft, Length, Lie GP Tour Velvet. Excellent condition 399 Shipped CONUS. I am flying out of the US later this week so they will be shipped by Friday and any deals will need to be done by then. I'll send additional pics if needed.

Club Glove sells a "Stiff Arm" which basically goes from the bottom of the case (inside your bag) to the top of the bag. You can drop the case on top of it's head and it won't harm the clubs... I use a Club Glove Last Bag and it is by far the best bag out there...There are ones slightly bigger and smaller but the concept is the same....It covers your clubs and is easy to move around. I will generally wrap the clubs with a towel as well cause I don't want any excess shaking..It also adds to the support already provided by the bag. I also use headcovers for the irons when I travel... Airlines won't insure the soft case ones but the fact is the hardcases are such a pain to deal with...the softcase folds away and is easy to store...I've taken my clubs all over the place and have yet to have any problems...

Yeah..that's what I just said...it's like a cool little toy you can mess around with but it's not a launch monitor...

Looks like a cool little device but as stated by some other people that have used it, it doesn't do ball speed, spin or launch (which to be honest, are probably the three most important things). I think it's something nice to measure your swing speed..maybe against your buddies or something....but the distance is just some number based on the clubhead speed and face angle (and what club you selected), the results won't be very accurate....

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BBD Type - H 13 Degree w/ Fuji TRTI-46 X-Stiff. Tour issue from JPGA. Leading edge grind. No serial. Has a bit of a skymark. $195 PM me w/ e-mail if you need more pics.

MR23 CB US Spec 3-pw S400 shafts. In fantastic shape. All standard Length, Loft, Lie. $425 shipped/paypalled. Message me for more pics.

The problem I find is people misinterpret that statement. They feel many shafts have the same bend profile which they do not. It looks like to me that the new shafts coming out allow shaft manufacturers to create a bend profile that has not been available before. I'm also not even sure if bend profile would describe the effect something like Rombax or Triax gives to a shaft... It's not the case here but many people will take wishon's statement, show a cheaper shaft w/ the same basic specs (torque, weight, kick point) and point out how it's the equivalent shaft..

Have you compared them to the R7 TP Irons?

Does it perform 500 dollars yes? For the person using it, it might. Does it shave .25 strokes off your game (for that particular person) and is that worth 500 dollars? For some it might be image but if you're into getting the right gear for you, does it matter if the shaft is 20, 50 or 500 dollars? Is it worth it to shave a stroke or a fraction of a stroke? I'd say a majority of the golf forum people spend far more than that to shave fractions of strokes or for high handicappers, full strokes. When rounds of $75+ are commonplace, you better believe something that performs somewhat better for that specific person is worth the money. It's the same argument I use to people not using a premium ball when it's obvious it performs better for them. If a 10 dollar a dozen ball is the best ball for you, you should use it but if the premium ball is performing better for you, are you really concerned about the price of the ball when you just spend 80 dollars to play (or 40 dollars or whatever). Not to mention all the time you spent on the range, etc, etc. Sure it sucks to lose a 3-4 dollar ball vs. a 1 dollar ball but when it's saved you a stroke or two or even a fraction of one, is that significant? I think you can question the cost to make such an item is not 500 dollars more but there are so many other factors involved in how it's priced. Off topic: As far as Wal-mart. On average their items are cheaper. That's factual. Their business model is made so that: A. They have the cheapest price to the consumer B. They have greater margin than their competition C. It's posssible for their Vendors to have greater margin (per item) on their items to Wal-mart even though their sell price to Wal-mart is lower than to other places. (this may seem wrong but it's not) This is done in how they manage their supply chain, etc, etc. Pretty amazingly what they do on the backend to make things happen.

I feel teased...haha Any reason these will be that expensive? Seems a bit odd for something mostly made in china..

I don't know if I'd say it the muted feel...and granted, I haven't hit the xtours so I don't know about those but the others all have this almost trampoline effect from the irons if that makes any sense. I don't know if this is the case but feels as if the face is actually thinner than irons I'm normally used to hitting....it just doesn't feel right and I don't feel like I have the control and I certainly don't have confidence that my distances will be the same given the same swing...that might all be false but I really dislike that feeling....

I liked it all the way up till you said they feel like callaway irons at impact....look very nice though...any idea on what they're be released at retail here in the US?

You may even increase your distance with better contact and a flex more suited to your swing...

I think it helps your swing. It's not going to make you stronger (although swinging w/ your left side will help you make some muscles stronger) but it does help make your swing more efficient. It will help with your release and keeping the club on plane...and the gauge at the end, while I wouldn't rely on it for your actual swing speed, it does at least show if you're making progress. I think most people that have actually used it have seen some improvement in swing speed....

Just thought I'd comment on this. First thing is, what he covers he could probably cover in 10 minutes. The rest of the tape is him just going over his (I thought) stupid stories of meaningless blah. There are a few nice little thoughts that someone could use if you are just learning the game...but for the most part, I thought it was a waste. They filled it with junk (him just talking about nothing) and hid in there there few decent things he has to say...Maybe some will find it entertaining, I found it very frustrating....glad someone else had bought it and not me....

I wonder what the use of the 3rtnc face with the milled insert is? I assume the faces are going to be 3rtnc and this was just a test of adding this other insert in there. Definitely look forward to the g-field putters coming out..or just some of the new product that's making it's way to production on the gauge side...

Did you ever design your crafting edition? I have a crafting one and I really like the look of it. I'm considering adding something to the sole though....I guess it depends on how long it stays in the bag. Probably awhile....Thought about putting my name on it but then it's pretty much never going anywhere right? I hate to say it but a much as I like something now, that can easily change...

Well, I'm actually ok with the SS303 type of feel. Yeah, I don't necessarily want a heavier head, wouldn't mind a slightly thinner top line (or maybe cavity it out a bit) and adding the weight via ingots. Of course, I'm purely speculating..it might be horrible..haha. No complaints about "The One" though. From a performance standpoint it's pretty much what I'm looking for..

I DEFINITELY agree with this. Roll is fantastic. I wouldn't say it's any better than Yes or AGSI but the feel is FAR FAR better. Feels soft but very solid. Shape wise, it's pretty much ideal for an Anser style (IMO). Feel wise I'm not sure if I want anything any different. Roll wise it's as good or better than anything out there. The only things I'd add/change to it to make it even better are: I'd rather it be SS. I think SS is easier to take care of. I'm always really worried that I'll forget to clean it and it'll rust or something like that. I take care of my equipment but I don't like having to be anal about it. I'd love to have tungsten inserts for added forgiveness....I don't really notice any issues right now but I can't see how this would do anything but make it better.

You should probably read as much as you can to familiarize yourself with a lot of what's out there. Then based on what you think (or if you have launch monitor results that's even better) and your past experiences with other types of equipment, you can make a somewhat educated decision. The fact is though, that it might not play the way you want. If you choose to go down this path, just expect to spend a LOT more on equipment than you're used it. It's somewhat of an addiction as once you try a few different things, you keep wanting to try more things out. Long term, you might even want to get your own equipment to do your own pulls and re-shaft your own stuff just because it'll give you more options and it'll save you money. If you're fortunate enough to have access to a launch monitor, even better. The short answer is you will buy things without knowing how they will play. There's no way for the golf ho's of the world to try everything we want before we buy. Here's an example... I'm sure most of us out there want to try an Ozik TP7. I don't even know a person (personally) that has it. The only thing I have to go on is other people's opinions and try to get a feel for their description based on how they compare it to other stuff I've actually used. Now, will I go and get an Ozik TP7? Doubt it. But if I come across a pretty good deal with one in there I'd probably get it just to try it. Just as an example of how much you might expect to pay. I'd say the average active member on most of the golf equipment boards spend 4-5 times more (or even more than that) than the average golfer on equipment.

Wow...most definitely count me in..