+TourSpecGolfer Posted April 12, 2013 Report Share Posted April 12, 2013 Introducing the 2013 TourStage X-BLADE 909 Limited Edition irons. These irons deserve their very own blog post not because they are rare & limited but because TourStage has done a fantastic job evolving their muscle back over the years making the 909 in my opinion their best effort yet. So how is it different than previous years? The biggest thing for me was it's feel & finish. TourStage has moved to the center a bit to please muscle back enthusiasts by providing us a softer feel at impact and a fully brushed satin finish. How's it look? I think it's beautiful with little to improve. From the clean and uncluttered pressed text on the back face to it's attractive shape from just about every angle TourStage seems to have finally figured out what TSG'ers are looking for in a muscle back. Of course this all takes back seat to how it actually performs and we are happy to report that these deliver. Several customers jumped on these early to ensure they receive a set. A few of these customers placed an order sight unseen and when their irons were delivered 100% of these lucky TSG'ers are ecstatic about well... just about everything. Feel is a big deal here If you've hit Limited X-Blades of past you know to expect feedback by design. What that means is anything hit off center you get a more harsh, firm, some say clicky feel. That ha changed by a good margin with these new 909 X-Blades. TS has softened these up while still maintaining great feedback. When it comes to setup, the 909 could be the sexiest of them all, what say you? It's not often a brand gets everything right and while I can literally pick out a ton of things to change with just about any iron in seconds this one has me stumped. It's near perfect. We took the 6 iron and PW out to the range for some testing and it was praise across the board. Better ball strikers loved these with a capital L! This time we let anyone give these a whack, watching a 20+ handicaper try to hit blades is not pretty and naturally the comments were negative in all areas, It's too small, feels harsh, can't get it in the air all sorts of problems. But once we moved toward the scratch even plus players it was as if they were in paradise. Comments like super easy to work, the most beautiful iron they have seen. When I asked about feel they all said not bad but when I told them that these are designed to give you accurate feedback about where you hit the ball on the face thats when the players got excited and began to notice how valuable that is and something we rarely find in other blades as this extreme. Every single digit player with good ball striking skills left saying wow so those are Japanese golf clubs... I don't know what else to say about these. Near Perfect sums it up for me as far as blades go. It's sole is slim, with a nice blunted leading edge. Trajectory is low/mid obviously much of that depends on the shaft. Finish is flawless, setup is near perfect, feel well I personally wouldnt mind a touch softer but the better players said that the feedback is one of the best and most unique things about this iron. These are limited irons guys and if you need a set it's time to contact one of our staff immediately. I believe within a week all will be gone. I will be posting up more info on the other new irons, wedges, woods, and drivers shortly as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miuramaniac Posted April 12, 2013 Report Share Posted April 12, 2013 Great write-up, those look exceptional! Is there any way to get an address pic of the PW? Those are often make or break for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian-500 Posted April 12, 2013 Report Share Posted April 12, 2013 Got to admit, they look stunning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+TourSpecGolfer Posted April 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 12, 2013 Great write-up, those look exceptional! Is there any way to get an address pic of the PW? Those are often make or break for me. These are not stock pics, I just took them in my soft box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ant Posted April 12, 2013 Report Share Posted April 12, 2013 like the grind on them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIduffer Posted April 12, 2013 Report Share Posted April 12, 2013 (edited) How's this? Mind you the grass here is a patent pending genus so for those who view, consider yourself under NDA... Edited April 12, 2013 by RIduffer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blader-X Posted April 13, 2013 Report Share Posted April 13, 2013 RI, I believe you've had the 901's in the past. Are the 909's as thin as the 901's? They definitely look to be an upgrade in the sole-turf interaction area for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIduffer Posted April 13, 2013 Report Share Posted April 13, 2013 (edited) I put my impressions in another thread, but I think the sole is a little thicker than the 905s but not much... These are a def upgrade to those. I did not have the901, just the 905. Edited April 13, 2013 by RIduffer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmercer13 Posted April 14, 2013 Report Share Posted April 14, 2013 Best set of irons I've owned hands down. Incredible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blader-X Posted April 14, 2013 Report Share Posted April 14, 2013 Best set of irons I've owned hands down. Incredible. What shafts are you playing in them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaaayelll Posted April 15, 2013 Report Share Posted April 15, 2013 And what else have you gamed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmercer13 Posted April 15, 2013 Report Share Posted April 15, 2013 Cleveland 588 blades from late 80's/early 90's, Hogan Apex blades, Cleveland 588 blades late 90's/early 00's, 2 sets of Nike Forged blades, Bridgestone J36 Black CB, and I'm sure I'm forgetting a few. Right now I'm leaving the stock s200 in them. It's a nice change from the Project x 6.0. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blader-X Posted June 2, 2013 Report Share Posted June 2, 2013 Okay, marathon range session with them today. Second time hitting them and its official. These are THE perfect irons. At least in my opinion. A definite upgrade over the 901's which were formally residing in my bag, but now, there's only room for the 909's. Love the way they set-up and the sharper toe is much more attractive than previous models. Feel is superb and solid. In comparison to the 901's the sole is thicker but the topline is actually slightly thinner. I didn't think that would've been possible but it is. The 909's definitely pack more of a punch than the 901's. Grind is real nice and turf interaction is perfect. TourStage really got it right with this design. I really couldn't be any happier. Can shape any shot with these, draw, fade especially the high fade; it does that really well. Even worked on 3/4 shots with every club and a lot of little punches under the wind. Just a very versatile iron that will for sure enhance my game. I feel rejuvenated with these clubs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supo Posted June 3, 2013 Report Share Posted June 3, 2013 hahahaha... yup! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+TourSpecGolfer Posted June 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 4, 2013 Okay, marathon range session with them today. Second time hitting them and its official. These are THE perfect irons. At least in my opinion. A definite upgrade over the 901's which were formally residing in my bag, but now, there's only room for the 909's. Love the way they set-up and the sharper toe is much more attractive than previous models. Feel is superb and solid. In comparison to the 901's the sole is thicker but the topline is actually slightly thinner. I didn't think that would've been possible but it is. The 909's definitely pack more of a punch than the 901's. Grind is real nice and turf interaction is perfect. TourStage really got it right with this design. I really couldn't be any happier. Can shape any shot with these, draw, fade especially the high fade; it does that really well. Even worked on 3/4 shots with every club and a lot of little punches under the wind. Just a very versatile iron that will for sure enhance my game. I feel rejuvenated with these clubs. That's great to hear. Thanks for comparing it to the 901. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blader-X Posted June 5, 2013 Report Share Posted June 5, 2013 That's great to hear. Thanks for comparing it to the 901. No problem, when I get a little more time, I'll take a few measuments and post some comparo pics. First round with them was Monday and they performed admirably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+TourSpecGolfer Posted August 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 Got a set 4-PW w/ Modus 3 Stiff brand new everything factory if anyone's interested. These are sold out in Japan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogeydog Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 Got a set 4-PW w/ Modus 3 Stiff brand new everything factory if anyone's interested. These are sold out in Japan. Please post pictures and follow new bst rules! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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