Big Bertha Titanium Irons

[Goldenhawk]

A local golf store has sets of the Callaway Big Bertha Titanium Irons, selling for $499.99. The irons have a titanium face inserts and cavity backs. They claim the irons are Japan spec, and were the precursors to the Big Bertha Fusions. They said that the Big Bertha Titanium Irons were released back in 2004.

First, has anyone heard or played these before? For $499.99, they are a bargain since they originally sold for $1,000.00.

Second, the store salesman said that since they are Japan spec, they are not legal and do not meet USGA restrictions. Does this mean the irons have a C.O.R. of greater that .830? But then again, how would someone know I have these in the bag.

Since I plan on buying a set, any information will help.

Thanks.

[Guest]

i'm pretty sure cor restrictions only apply to drivers

[acrazygolfer]

I am 99.99% sure that COR applied only to club at 15* or less. Since the driver is the only club that is "large" enough to have a "trampoline" or "spring like" effect on the ball due to the "space age" materials developed within last few years, most if not all COR issues are relate to the driver. I think woods of 15* or less may also fall within this rule ... however, I have yet to see a three wood, with face material that can produce the effect, in the market. Japanese made woods? Personally, I'd pass on the deal because for an extra few hundreds, you can get a set of forged irons that are much, much better the Cali BB titanium. But then, what do I know. :rolleyes:

[xxio]

These are a nice big head which actually have less offset than the big berthas. The offset at address is probably the same as the Fusion irons.