Can A Mid Handicap Golfer Use MY DREAM BLADES!?

[@fredlist7091]

My handicap is right around what Mark’s is and I deliberately changed to MP-20 blades because of: A) Feel B) If you hit a bad one, blades let you know right away where you went wrong and you can adjust to correct it. Chunky game improvement clubs mask a lot of bad hits and I was developing bad habits because I could get away with them a lot of the time. That’s not a recipe for improving the golf swing. My distance consistency on well hit shots was much improved with blades. So, basically I found exactly what Mark found.

[@bahsheep6817]

It’s precisely why I’ve been playing them for the past 15 years. I questioned whether I’d be good enough for them only being a 5 handicap. I made the right decision, and as you noted the feedback prompts the necessary adjustments to find the center face. They’re MP-60’s from 2004, and after contemplating a new set I settled on saving the money and playing them a few more years.

[@graemetaylor4149]

Short answer, yes a mid handicap can play blades. I think the whole "you need to be scratch to hit blades" is overhyped. Lots of us grew up with no option - it is really not that challenging and I would encourage everyone to try. Coming from modern game improvement you will need to adjust to hitting a couple of clubs more due to weaker lofts but the strike experience is greatly enhanced. MP32's are the newest clubs I own - by a long way! I actually find older Mizuno's, MP14, TP9, softer with better feel. Pick of the bunch for me are MS11 if you can find them.

[@TheTraditionalGolfer]

Mizuno tp19s in my bag and I totally agree I've hit modern blades but none feel as soft as my tps 👍

[@Alandale45]

Totally agree. I play MP 29

[@83beppe]

That's the best video from Mark. At times he can seem quite awkward but he seems to be settling in. It's great to see because it's very valuable to get his "average golfer" take on the clubs. Great work Mark and James.

[@zizovek4]

Been using MP32s for almost 14 years. Love the buttery feel once you strike it perfectly.

[@ianshepherd6476]

His game has become so much better! Good job mark we are proud of you bud! Looking pretty good.

[@dennismcintosh3699]

I play with MP32's I love them. they have the consistency and feedback that you need hit good ball strikes.

[@briankelly9298]

James I bought a set of mp32 last year after my clubs were stolen and I only paid 200 euro for them with new golf pride grips and love them,the feel and look are amazing

[@richardcody5619]

I got a secondhand set of Japanese Mizuno s-30s and it took a few yards off my distance but that difference has decreased over time. Much nicer feel from the fairway and around the green. Good video. I hope it gets more people to try.

[@tommiethatcher7265]

Great ball striker there Mark with those irons, now I’m looking forward to watching you play a round out on the course with these

[@robertphillips8492]

yes lets see Mark play with these clubs

[@nickwright3413]

I'd love to see Mark test these clubs on the course and it's nice to see how happy and enthusiastic you are still about a set of clubs you gamed years ago.

[@markk171]

I loved my Mizuno T Zoid true blades..but they got old and worn. I just got fitted with the PXG Gen 2 0311 P 4-PW and the PXG Forged Wedges (50, 54 and 60). The irons sound great and feel awesome and the forged wedges...wow. And the PXG 2021 0211 Driver and 5 wood...very nice!

[@brycesmith634]

I’d love to see these against the MP-20’s. Also after a lot of research and watching data with irons and getting a degree in marketing, I don’t think there’s a whole lot of difference in irons year to year. Marketing does wonders for sales!

[@patriotichunter6434]

Mark needs to play these on course, I played those for 4 years. One of best irons ever made

[@Frank-g7h1b]

Been using MP32 for 10+ years. Great clubs. However, its feel is a notch below TP9 irons that I had prior. Now those were true muscleback blades and when you hit the 3 iron pure, it's bliss.

[@MyweathernetreportsBlogspot]

Carries a 2 iron with me in place of my 3 hybrid yesterday on the course. Hit it off the tee on a couple of par 4 holes. I’ll be leaving it at home. I have some older metal Adam’s hybrids that will replace my current hybrids next round for fun

[@johndorenski4127]

I normally play with Ping i 3 blades which are quite old but in great condition and I love them but something happened during lock down, I followed our lass into a charity shop and was greeted with a set of Slazenger classic Johnny Miller blades.The shafts and heads were a little pitted and they needed re gripping but at £1 each it was obvious I was going to buy them.The shafts and heads came out beautiful and finished with Golf Pride grips was my bargain set of 6-PW, now I had to get used to playing them and they actually help me in my timing of my swing.They look awesome in the bag and they give that impression that someone must have a good swing to play these and it helps mentally to make sure my set up and ball position etc is right before I swing because you know if you get it wrong,I believe blades do help you in having more confidence.

[@ryankessler9310]

My all time favorite irons. Owned them twice and sold them twice because I didn’t think I had the game for them. Such beautiful sticks.

[@markmark5488]

Standard length: I bought a set of Mizuno MX-20 irons 15 or so years ago, 1/2 inch longer than standard. What I noticed though was that Mizuno’s standard length at that time was 1/2 inch shorter than many other well known brands. Nowadays the difference might be only 1/4 inch.

[@thegeodude9461]

It would be a great video! Play these Mark!

[@MrJohnr47]

In a word--yes. I am a mid-handicapper who plays vintage blades. These mizunos are amazing.

[@MrJohnr47]

The first time I hit an mp 32 it was a 2 iron. I picked it up second hand for 2 dollars. It was interesting to say the least. When I picked it up the club felt fantastic and I honestly had total confidence in it. I totally nuked it and was completely stunned. I now have half a set 2-6 with mp 11 7-Pw. I still get that same feeling today, especially when I go from the mp 11 to the mp 32s. A special special club, the best I have ever swung.

[@bng2679]

I came from mp30 to mp32 12yrs ago. I still playing them. Happy to know I am not the only one that think they are excellent irons.

[@stephenmacnamara9315]

I got the Mp32s when they first came out and I've never changed. Was going to switch this year to the new MP20s but bottled it. It was slightly more ball speed vs sacrificing feel. Personally I've never hit a iron that feels better than these. My favourite club in the set is the 3iron..haha.

[@ZaxDrumsandMore]

I liked the wilson gooseneck blades I had back in the day because of the instant feedback and feel you got from them!! Those look sweet!!

[@TheVillest]

these were my first set of blades back in high school. man, i miss these things!

[@flnative7553]

I played the MP 32's for years until I wore the groves off. Such a great feeling club. Now on to the Miura Baby blades

[@shawntaylor7442]

I've always had a 3i. Was fortunate to find a set of my AP3s with a 3i included. I've tried hybrids and they aren't for me. Can't stand offset clubs in general. Terrible to my eye

[@Cool_football_edits]

Good review and Marks got some good club speed with those irons. 👍

[@scruffymcmuffin9441]

Love the videos! Would love to see you try out New Level 902 irons! Just got a new set and they are the smoothest irons I have ever played

[@petersmith9470]

Playing of mid twenty through ill health now , my clubs are 3 sets of Hogans from the 70's, srixon pro 100's and just got a set of Titleist z-m just all are fabulous. Set of 32's in my club shop for £120 probably do a deal for them. Don't be afraid of blades.

[@Labgorilla]

I play MP60s. This year after 15 years I had the lie angles and lofts checked. My 6i had bent to the loft of a 7i and the lie had changed too. Really recommend everyone gets their clubs checked if they go to the range frequently. If you’ve got a nagging feeling that one or two of your clubs are just not right, it may well be important!

[@robertakerson7186]

Mark should play on the course with those clubs! If we had known back when I started golfing that only low handicappers can use blades most folks would never have taken up golf, as blades were the only type of club available.

[@biggie686]

I got the mizuno MP60s, the "cut muscleback" as they are called. The grain flow forged clubs are just pure butter when you catch them. Noticed a drop off in distance when I got them a year ago vs my old chunky game improvers (170 vs 155/160 for 7i) but its best decision I ever made for my game

[@Vermonstered]

Check the lofts of whatever you used to use vs the Mizunos. Mizuno typically uses more standard lofts which are higher than today's ego driven numbers on many sets. They briefly talk about this in the video.

[@chadlevitan7886]

@@VermonsteredThis. MP-60s are traditional lofts. I game them still. Very similar feel to the MP-32s with a touch more forgiveness. Still very much a players iron though. Excellent feedback and workability.

[@brianh8801]

I have MP33’s and the thing about blades that feel this good is when you strike them well, there’s nothing like it and you just want more. The poor strikes give you the same honest feedback, so you know what to expect either way. I don’t want poor shots to feel like I flushed it when I didn’t. And you can’t beat the consistency of true traditional lofts. My 7 is 36* versus these modern sub 30* lofts that typically fall somewhere between my 5 & 4 iron. Given a little time and practice, I think Mark could easily game these 3-PW and would thoroughly enjoy them.

[@richardsdiaz1]

My all time favorite irons in a video again! Good to see Mark again as well! I am the Original owner of a set of MP-32s. For anyone considering building themselves their own set I have a suggestion. When I play them I have MP-60 3-5i To mix in. (Rarely use the 5i) They are easier to hit and blend in really nicely with the MP-32s. While they are no longer my primary set I do play them often and they still hold up nicely against my Titleist 620 CBs. Great video James and Mark!

[@johncutts164]

Had a set of these and found them reasonably forgiving, then changed to McGregor M B irons probably the smallest, thinest ever made but the best feal I have ever had from an iron .Still got the Mcgregors and use them for practice as they really show any faults in your ball striking.

[@chrisgirling1097]

Would love to see Mark use these beauty's on the course, Do it and do it now

[@rickrisatti6029]

Yes, a mid handicapper can use blades if they stick with 8,9,pw..then use something more forgiving with the longer irons..Blades are great for scoring..a mixed set is the way to go once you get down to maybe a 12/15 or lower handicap?....I have T100s and T200s and am very happy with the set up....Had Srixon 565/765 before that...to me it just makes sense...game improvement irons seem to clunky to be precise closer to the green..

[@papab3272]

I've worked on dozens of sets of the MP-32's James and I don't want to rain on the parade but I'll bet you the previous owner adjusted the lofts strong. I'd say about 2 out of 10 sets I see still have the original lofts. I'd also check the swing weights as they tended to be all over the place. Cheers!

[@justinsmith2918]

Would love to see Mark play a round with those, they are beautiful clubs! Finally get to play golf today in Ontario Canada, well I will play whack f$#k if you know what I mean lol

[@cedriclesieur6986]

As a Quebecer I'm super pumped for you guys getting courses open again! Never made sense to me that it was closed

[@davidwilson1952]

i brought a set of MP4 irons to use down the range to improve my strike. ended up hitting them so well i now game them and i`m a 14,5 handicap. I`ve just had my best 5 rounds :)

[@wow8416]

I will never play anything except mizuno blades. Got mp4 in the bag but have my mp37 still. I love the feel and I want to be punished on a bad swing day. I don’t want to hit it poorly and shoot level par. If I took it a bit more serious I would consider something a tad more forgiving in the 3,4 and 5 iron but I love it

[@mikesnowden1054]

I used to have a set of MP32s. I absolutely loved them. I traded them in when I broke my wrist, and the shafts were far too stiff. I wish I had never done it, the most beautiful clubs I have ever had. I should have put them on the wall.... Mine were S300, 1/2 inch longer (I think). Can't remember whether I had a 3 or PW in there. Are these mine??? They took 2 shots off my game when I got them. I found the short irons quite similar in some respects to a specialist wedge, played the bests shots I ever had with them. And the feedback for sweet spot vs off center was huge. Long irons, though, I needed more foregiveness.

[@dmc12345678910]

I have a set of 32’s and the 3 iron is a fickle creature! It’s possible to get up around 220 with it but it’s a lot safer to get a 4 hybrid out.

[@thejasonrk]

Best iron I have used, I dont have an official handicap but it would be high, I actually dont have any club between driver and 6 iron, so add about 2 strokes to every par 5 and often a stroke or 2 to a long par 4 so my handicap is hard to know. I think every player should learn on blades, really helps you learn to strike properly

[@kevinscott2780]

Mark has a great swing, he can game those blades!

[@gatgolf]

try the mp-33's, a more classic looking blade from the same era

[@joebelford4274]

3i will stay in the bag as long as there are trees on the course. It may only be good for punch shots and stingers but man it’s cool when you hit them!

[@petermanns92]

Hi James, just bought a nine iron M32 second hand hoping it is going to feel like a Vokey wedge...is the feel similar?

[@flagertrad]

Yes! Take them out on the course!

[@chadgregory9037]

I love my mp32s. They're always in my bag

[@chadgregory9037]

I have rifle 6.5 in mine =]

[@michaelcrilly1049]

Im using MP68's 3-pw had them since new and old never let them go

[@GRUNGELEOPARD]

Mark has a really good swing

[@danieljamieson8515]

I bought my dream blades. Srixon Z Forged.

[@jetdr]

I am a 13 hcp and I play PTX pro’s, I actually tried some Blades and was surprised how well I hit them. I lost distance but that is because I don’t swing very fast.

[@Sam.1981]

I've been considering moving to blades for the feel. If you can test the srixon z965 vs. new z forged blades would be greatly appreciated. Yes love to see how Mark plays a round with your blades.

[@dduplessis399]

I have MG2 wedges and 718 aps. I hit my GW 120 and my PW 145. My irons gaps are perfect but from my wedges to my irons the gapping isnt good.Would blades close the gap and be worth trying in your opinion? 4handicap...

[@niklaszx4011]

It would really be interesting to se hiw you fancy a set of the old snakeeyes blades.

[@2mehmi]

Yes please. Lets see how he fairs over 9 holes. How about James uses Marks bag over the same 9 holes? Matchplay. Have tonuse each others putter too. Boom!

[@gazcarter1836]

Great vid. I’d love to play a round with you guys!!!

[@Coffey1200R]

I found a 6&7 Titleist MB 712 for $2 a piece. I had to buy them. Worst mistake of my life. Now I want a full set. Those things are pretty expensive.

[@johncunnington6437]

I’m a 20 handicap and love my 3 iron

[@WELSHISPOWER1]

Good job Mark.

[@SupeDefy]

I've owned two sets of irons in my 30 years of playing golf. Mizuno TP-9 and MP-32. No better feeling than puring a blade 3 iron.

[@Ehud73]

James, are those clubs for sale? I really love this mizuno line. Yea, I wish to buy them.

[@Ryan-pv7nw]

with a mishit on blades, the ball goes strait down the fairway just way short. with a mishit on a super hot game improvement iron, the ball will go far off line on mishits probably going ob- then you have no feedback and cant adjust yourself

[@roberthumphreys6038]

Yes I'd like to see Mark game these blades.

[@evannugent1087]

Mark=🐐

[@chrisfesta8579]

Yes!!! Let’s see mark play with them for a round.

[@des9623]

Tks for the brilliant content, Come on guys, this is a lot of work and effort, SMASH THE LIKE 👍👍👍

[@dawnkeedixon8922]

I think he’s ready for blades 👍🏼 let’s see how he plays with them irons

[@jeffanondson43]

I’d like to see Mark play these irons. I think he would do pretty good.

[@rogerfleming8358]

Mark the blade 🏌🏻 course vlog please 👍🏻

[@coxyyy8324]

Greatest feeling iron I have ever hit. Ever.

[@mikenomikos9040]

10.3 Thats great!

[@clivejarratt]

Bring the MP-32 muscle back...back💪🤘

[@thomasveal3351]

Play a round with those Mark! Beautiful irons!

[@paulbown3960]

Fingers crossed they find there way to a give away prize!! 😬

[@2222skinny]

Mp 32 was the best most forgiving blade mizuno has ever made I wish I still had mine

[@Ehud73]

Yea, I regretted selling mine too

[@DavidThomas-bv5nz]

Blades make me shudder! I’m all for making the game easier, currently have a 13.5 index, irons are not my strong point, just bought the G425’s with graphite shafts, still getting used to them, will probably be getting a lesson or two to improve my game with the irons. Have to say though going into magpie mode, they are very shiny and pretty!!

[@lawrenceritchie4241]

Please compare the hybrid to the iron, but on modern clubs to be fair.

[@dreamr616]

Hey James, love your channel. Keep up the great content! 😁👍. So what would you think of a set of your dream clubs (Mizuno MP-32, 2-PW w/DG300 shafts and Mizuno GP Tour Velvet Cord grips) that are brand spanking new, never been hit that and still in the original box? Yup, I’ve got a set. Been thinking of letting them go. Let me know if you might be interested in a back up set.

[@bradleystuart8608]

I’d be interested if you still have them

[@NCtrailX]

Easier to hit well in a controlled environment, but let's see them on the course. Too many players use clubs that don't align with their skill level. If he would play something super forgiving he could lower his scores. Even the pros are moving to more forgiving irons.

[@MrDgeece]

what are your shoes Mark ? i love''em

[@justwimps6599]

Play 9 holes against Mark. Surely it will be another good video like always!

[@Adrian-yv8sy]

put them on the course with mark - very different story when hitting out of rough etc

[@bennerethwisch3546]

How dare you let someone hit those beautys

[@larrysmith8002]

Make it happen!!

[@granty1954]

Where do you give golf lessons James?

[@paulcooper8521]

Just got a set of MP67s 😍😍😍😍🕺🏾👍

[@John_Wood_]

Got a set of them last year. Dumped them after 9 holes.

[@connorharris1629]

How often does mark play?

[@des9623]

Let's see Mark pls 👍

[@thomasretallick6228]

A poorly struck shot doesn’t get helped that much with perimeter weighted clubs. I think the extra weight in the toe helps square the face for the average player. Being an old guy and growing up playing blades, all I feel is the toe of a perimeter weighted club. I’ve played 32 for

[@thomasretallick6228]

Years ms7’s before that sweet clubs

[@TheDoom143]

What am I doing wrong when my 7 irons go only 150? Ami really swinging that slow? I gotta get a coach lol

[@chadjackson4786]

mp32s best irons ever made....mayyybe edged out by y grind lefty miura blades but its close

[@starks1974]

Mark the Machine!

[@J0k3r082]

This is silly I have a true 1 Iron in my back for windy days to replace the 3 wood. Its all mind set

[@2sqnbandit379]

Any hcp could game these

[@Ozzmancomethz]

MP-20 SEL's are nice but lofted so weak👊🤐✌

[@lexxwhite747]

5 hole match, you and Mark, bag swap with his pings and your MB32s