I Got The NEW COSTCO Kirkland Irons & The TRUTH IS...

I Got The NEW COSTCO Kirkland Irons & The TRUTH IS... With the releases of the latest golf clubs either having been announced or yet to come.. the driver that most people are talking about at the moment isn't the Taylormade Qi10, isn't the Callaway Paradym AI Smoke. isn't the Ping G430 Max 10k and isn't even the Cobra dark speed driver... but in fact the Costco Kirkland signature Irons... a new set of irons for $499 could well be the best irons of 2024 when you go and buy your ketchup, loo roll and toothpaste. Are the costco irons the best forgiving irons of 2024? Are the Kirkland irons the best budget Irons of 2024? well finally... it's time to find out...

[@chrisgreen7242]

A PW with 128 Carry and 236 Total. That's impressive.

[@eddiex72]

This comment is under appreciated. 🤣

[@pastorjason4337]

Really runs out!

[@blkbrnrvr]

Must've bladed the shit out of it for that kind of rollout.

[@davidrichards8021]

Always make sure you laugh at the dyslexic kid. Cheap laughs are the best.

[@Centermidfielddancer]

And these laughs are ours for just 499 dollars

[@markk171]

When I first started, I paid $35 for a set of Dunlop irons from JC Penney (when they had sporting goods) and got my handicap down to an 8 (cheap driver and an old Spalding Persimmon 3 wood), So yea, spending a ton of cash on expensive golf clubs, for us average golfers, does not translate to a better game. Spend the cash on lessons and the driving range! :)

[@dsbgolf]

Maltby TS1 IM Forged Iron Heads, have you heard of these? The gent who sent you the Kirkland driver, said these were the irons to beat in. 2024. It is a component brand, but they will build them to your specs. Your followers might be interested in see you try something like these, because they will come in on the cheap, but may really perform for you.

[@davidstephens3060]

Well done James true ambassador of the game. Its about getting people playing, and making sure we capture talent. It expensive and hard, I was a junior at rushcliffe and was given a set to start. These options make it accessible, enjoying the game is the key, snobbery needs to go. I have all the clubs I want now, but that's choice, if I couldn't I'd be at Costco...

[@paulhalewood8226]

A really constructive review off a set of irons at a budget price. We all have to start somewhere, and it appears that this set would be a fair buy. Along with the driver, wedges, and putter, maybe a better bet that buying a generic full set of starter clubs that you can pick up in most golf shops.

[@richardgrant4500]

Cheap clubs only offend the golf snobs

[@nkimmanceify]

Unfortunately most people love shiney new clubs.

[@FlankerJackChannel]

Well priced golf clubs to introduce people into golf. Nothing wrong with that. Would love to see a side-by-side between these and a set of Takomo that are essentially the same price.

[@pastorjason4337]

Seems like they are exactly what we all expected based on the hype, better than they should be for the price and manufacturer, but still something many of us won't play due to lack of consistency being not quite enough. Great beginner to intermediate set for a price that is amazing really. That disparity in the 7 iron assuming it is across the entire set seemed a lot.

[@christiankell6074]

I think the Kirkland irons look great, and they seem to have a good sound good. I would love to try a set out for sure.

[@chrislynch5022]

Great video! They seem like a really good value for the price. We need more people playing golf and less expensive and decent clubs will help with that.

[@jgrywacheski]

I feel Costco would sell a lot more of these if they changed up their branding for their golf product lineup. Something simpler, just a KS or something.

[@robertweiler3852]

I think so too, but they are completely sold out so I guess they know what they are doing.

[@EFreeman1970]

Great review as always! I would game them! Not a fan of chrome but would just customize them 😅

[@starks1974]

Looking at the swing speeds you had they varied greatly. I noticed on one shot your club speed was over 90 and then another was upper 80's. So maybe if you had a proper shaft there could be more consistency. Thus the downfall of buying off the shelf and not getting fit.

[@richardjacobs7632]

I have seen a few reviews on this set. It seems they are pretty good. So far I think Maltby TS1 IM forged irons were better than these and Takomo! That’s saying something! Thanks

[@SteveInUpperMI]

Absolutely 💯

[@Joker-yh2xg]

I have both Ts1-im and the Kirklands. I know irons are a personal thing as well, but the TS1-im to me, are better. Not because of performance/feel, they actually both preform and feel great, but the TS1’s have a much thinner top line and sole and are still as easy to hit as the Kirklands. The Maltbys just look so much better in the bag and to my eye at the ball.

[@richardjacobs7632]

@@Joker-yh2xg that satin finish looks so nice!

[@garydorrington2925]

Your distance with the 7 iron reduced when you came away from the tee to hitting flat off the mat. You dropped 8 yards with your first strike maybe having the ball teed up created a better contact increasing distance. But you were further using the tee

[@user-ej6bz4wm9f]

I'm surprised but pleasantly surprised to see you can wear a hoody on your course. I recently was told I can't play at my own course because I had a hoody on. Would be interested on your thoughts on dress codes at golf clubs

[@adriangalysh]

How do they compare to the Costco Callaway Edge irons?

[@StevenSmith-dm7vu]

Hi James .great review as always . Do you have any idea when the new Kirkland stuff will be available in the UK

[@jamesbeveridge7849]

Great review James, it would be interesting to see a head to head against the Takomo irons

[@rallott43]

They seem fine, but for consistency (based on James’ results) it seems like most people would do better snagging a solid 2nd hand set like Tour edge c722s or the cobra forged tec… both are only a season or so old, yet haven’t shown any of the inconsistency, that said, people should play what they want

[@chrissellings]

It would be interesting to know who is designing this Kirkland stuff James After all the Snell golf balls had serious pedigree being designed by Dean Snell who designed the original Pro V1 Got any idea?

[@carolynsowell4783]

James. Let’s test Kirkland irons vs Maltby ST-1. Im

[@michaelreilly5888]

The Kirkland's produced nice spin numbers in the simulator James. Impressive for a big hollow bodied iron.

[@alexchoi2060]

Only one shaft option/weight-- great if it fits you, but Takomo and other Direct to Consumers offer more options

[@abuhamza1970]

Hi James, thanks for the review but can I make a kind request please? Is it possible to take a budget of clubs and use them for a number of rounds - perhaps 3-4 rounds per month - so that we can see if/how these budget club’s performance degrades over time. I guess all clubs play well when new but how do they last against constant use/abuse? As a budget customer I can’t afford a premium set but don’t want to change a set of iron after 1-2 seasons either. Should also make good content for the channel. Thanks for another great video.

[@philthefish888]

They're great mate. They got rid of my hook within a week.

[@adamw9764]

I was reading another review about these last night, for the price these seem to be a real homerun for folks that might not have a premium set and don't want to spend 1500 dollars on a set of irons. Great review, James

[@petekenny3774]

Buy 2nd hand that's my thought on those not even nice looking

[@tommiethatcher7265]

Fantastic review James and well played Kirkland

[@Simplycomfortfood]

Amazing James that you found a set. They are still sold out at my Costco. No information on when they will be available. They look amazing.

[@kellycoates5027]

He got them from Gabe in the USA Lets Play Through is his channel

[@TheGolfingCrowe]

it equates to less in pounds, but as usual they won't adjust the price for over here in the UK

[@AZstu324]

James It sure would be nice if you could get your hands on a set of Maltby TS1-IM's to compare with the K-Sigs and Takomos. I believe Gabe may have a set available to lend you 😁

[@zuluwarrior88]

Shame i can’t get them in Canada…I’d love to try the irons and or driver but not available here in Ontario …only wedges which I use and think they are great.

[@Pud56]

Another problem, if new golfers buy the Kirkland, would they really need a 4 iron? They would be better with a 4 and 5 hybrid, purchased used ones, if you then buy new irons, probably 6,7,8,9, PW and another wedge to suit

[@davidrichards8021]

If its not already been said, there has to be a video of a comparison between Kirkland, Takamo, Caley and Tour Edge. Love the more budget stuff. I couldn’t justify spending £1000+ on clubs. Caley irons and second hand for me.

[@Chris54321]

Maltby seems to be a lesser known name but has a loyal following. I would add that to the list.

[@lexxwhite747]

Watching you unbox clubs like a child in a sweet shop never gets old 😂

[@nicolashochscheid855]

Read it at first as "child in a sweat shop". Come on brain 😂

[@jetdr]

If a Kirkland head cover bothers someone, get a custom head cover. If they perform who cares what name is on them. I think they look damn good.

[@deepakmahtani2667]

As a high handicapper (HI 24.4) are these going to be forgiving enough? I love the fact that they are getting affordable clubs, but it does feel like they are more for mid handicappers. do we know when they are coming to the UK? Love your vids!

[@GrassRoots-fp4ty]

James, would you make a demo video on how to hit the three shots with the 4 iron.

[@tobychunn]

Thanks for the review but alas, until if or when they release a lefty model, I must wait. But an enjoyable video

[@davidree2858]

This won't be an issue dor most golfers but for me personally, I don't like a shiny chrome finish on an iron. I prefer the satin finish of the i500 or p790

[@devivoman]

They look nice, but I keep getting an advertisement for new MacGregor player distance irons for $399, and they are GORGEOUS!!! I’d love to see you try those! I would have said the best looking PD irons were the mizuno 225s, until I saw the Ping Blueprint T irons, which I also hope to see a review of! Keep striping them James!

[@devivoman]

Oh yeah, since you reminded me with the 4 iron tiger stinger, I mentioned on your last GCFC challenge video that I liked the format, and I was still looking for a set of VrTW irons, well I found a set, 3-pw, for $400! I can’t wait to hit them!

[@dccd3237]

They look like a very respectful set of clubs, and I hope to try them sometime. Been averaging between nine and 11 handicap for several years with several different types and brands of clubs so I do believe that it comes down to the player not the club and all but the absolute tour level best in the game. a nice looking good performing set at this price is exactly what Costco should’ve done👍🏾

[@highhcplowhope]

How do they compare to similarly priced irons such as the Tour Edge C522?

[@leedemetriou4648]

i hope they take off James force the bigger brands down i wouldn’t buy personally but only because the name yet i would use a kirkland ball so maybe i would buy lol probs be in the bag next month because i’m in the market for new irons so who knows im still hopeful i won the takomos in the 12 days of xmas 😂

[@ogshu2740]

Can u do a Sub 70 review. I wanna get fit for my first set of irons just wanna know your thoughts on them

[@finnkennedy]

Loft on these clubs start off one club stronger at PW and almost two stronger for the 4 iron at 20 versus my 2 iron at 19 and PW at 48. Need an extra wedge.

[@jeffnahass8373]

James James James James! Couldn’t wait for you to get these. I’ll just enjoy the review.

[@Joker-yh2xg]

My set of Kirklands just arrived, managed to get a set on that second release in stiff. Feel and performance are incredible, especially for the price! I hit roughly 100 shots the 7 iron and 4 iron in my simulator the night they arrived, haven’t taken them to the course. I was going to return them as they don’t suit my eye as a 6 handicap but they are definitely beautiful. Thanks for the review James!

[@duncan710]

236yards with the pw that’s some hit James.

[@davidallender9158]

I wanted to screen shot it and share! That is turned down a lot. 😂

[@hgibson2448]

That will cause some thought about gapping. Must be the longest pitching wedge available on the market!

[@duncan710]

@@hgibson2448 must be I mean I can thin my 58 about 200 over the green 🤣🤣🤣

[@TGGent92]

I have hit blades all my life, I don’t like chunky big cavity back irons. To me those aren’t true irons. It doesn't matter the price range, the brand, or the finish. It’s all about the blades , to hit good shape shots, control the distance, force myself to hit good shots and feel the reward of a great shot. Those Kirkland blades look pretty nice, I’m in the market of getting a second blade set. Hogans, mcgregors, Wilson’s, titleist, takomo. The options are endless.

[@jimwampler6210]

Never mind the cost of green fees, the component prices are out of this world. I can't imagine buying a new driver for 500-600 dollars and a set of irons that cost thousands of dollars. Listen up big brands, make it cheaper and you'll sell more.

[@patrickhockey615]

If they didn't sell, those wouldn't be the prices. Pretty easy

[@Centermidfielddancer]

Only slightly cheaper than a set of second hand 2017 p790s. Great if you just want to buy off the shelf though.

[@royclose946]

Well done James they look nice 👍

[@paulianson8375]

Value for money. That's what it's all about.

[@joshm4127]

Nothing wrong with budget irons. Do a video on tacomo 101 irons vs kirkland irons!!!!

[@reczy]

108yds of rollout on the PW would be difficult to play on the course I feel

[@edwardbrown6245]

For the price you just have to try them.. for a second set I would buy them along ..with the new Costco driver

[@Pud56]

Buying clubs is also about resale value and therefore the cost during how long you owned them. I purchased Ping 430 irons, didn’t like them, sold them after 6 months for more than I paid for them. Kirkland have little if any resale value, so you have to own them for a long time to get true value.

[@scottdean27]

You never really showed us the amount of offset. You mentioned it a few times but never showed us the club in the playing position so we could see the offset. The amount of offset is very important to a lot of us as we need a lot of offset to hit the longer irons straight and not have them leak from left to right. Please show the irons, particularly the longer irons in the playing position. Also, you talk about turf interaction but I want to see more closeups of the camber on the sole from heal to toe and also from leading edge to trailing edge. I would especially appreciate an up close look at the leading edge as I greatly prefer a very rounded leading edge so the club glides more and digs less. Thanks.

[@johnlumley7060]

My friend had the kirkland wedges, took them to a local pro to flatten the lie and the wedge broke, that's the only thing putting me off. Brilliant review again James

[@Lovetheducks]

I’d still love to hit the first tee decked out in Kirkland ball bag glove and clubs. I think would be amazing.

[@pastorjason4337]

especially if you outplay your playing partners.

[@Lovetheducks]

In my prime I very rarely lost in my group. That was a different time tho. Now I’m finally recovering from third fusion and just now swing in my cheap golf simulator after over 3 years of not touching a club once. Just giving lessons. To my mother and all of her senior friends struggling lol.

[@ridegriff50]

Love to see a Tour pro with these

[@Lovetheducks]

@@ridegriff50 me as well. I’m sure the clubs would hold their own out there. Especially if got your proper shafts and weighted properly

[@SgtPepper69]

Wow that's some pw,carried 128 y and 236 y total 😂 at 12.23 secs

[@JamesRobinsonGolf]

I hate typing lol

[@petyt8]

I’ve got a feeling james you would probably guide people towards tacomo irons over kirkland

[@leedemetriou4648]

i heard there bringing out handicaps this year going to buy myself a plus 2 😂

[@kellycoates5027]

James did you watch Gabes review of those Kirkland irons? He seems to think they are more designed for a lower handicap player. He said they are more of a players iron. Who am I am to believe?

[@paulharrison8125]

Do they sell these irons with graphite shafts?

[@finnguzz6448]

Pitching wedge 238yds. Wow😳

[@toddkmj26]

Wow he hit his pitching wedge 236 on the simulator

[@danielcohen3159]

Those are cool shoes, James!

[@garydavis8213]

These clubs look EXACTLY like P790. I’m betting they are exactly the same heads. Taylormade cost more due to the marketing, variation of shaft options, customization availability of loft/lie, etc.

[@daviddaniels9281]

Hi James how forgiving do you think theses Kirklands are? Would they suit a senior high handicap player yanks Dave

[@tonyaltobelli2050]

you gotta collab with Gabe when your at the PGA Show

[@derekjohnson7013]

The pitching wedge total distance on the graph seems a little sus

[@lenripley3]

I just wish they offered more shaft choices.

[@PartnerProAlliance]

I tried to get on and ordered them sold out sooo fast.

[@bored4212]

"The numbers are quite interesting." Indeed

[@taffyboy4886]

These are so hard to find

[@waffleninja1000]

13:40 the flex

[@jameshoward9275]

"Nice thick top line" (not shown) Totally not an advertisement.

[@TZOID08]

The Costco folks must love all the free advertisement they get ....

[@jason109301]

I believe you can shoot a 2 under the those irons

[@phillipstodgell7303]

236 Total with the PW!? ;)

[@bebo7002]

those pull draws give me anxiety

[@randyunderwood2894]

james....we watch you cuz you are not a golf snob

[@PaulBurkhardt]

My question, which brand is behind Kirkland clubs.

[@garydavis8213]

“China”, is the answer you’re looking for. Lol

[@500VulcanRider]

Normally don't disagree with you but with the front to back dispersion on those clubs how could you really enjoy playing with them, also your distance chart showed that pw with a carrey distance of 128 and a total distance of 236 great run out---LOL

[@nkimmanceify]

Cold?

[@davidchipman7612]

Jam packed just like a donut 😂

[@epicragegaming2016]

these irons are perfect for someone wanting to buy their first set and they play 3-5 times a month.

[@unclejim2330]

They really need to minimize their markings, maybe a small R in a circle. 🤷‍♂️

[@kevinadams4391]

I just got mine yesterday. Looking forward to trying mine out.

[@kevinadams4391]

@Jamesrobinsongolf looks like maybe a scam reply to my comment. Just trying to confirm.

[@E_Reich]

I swear you talk about Toilet paper from Costco as much as you do about golf now 😂

[@chuckevanson5166]

Sold...

[@hunterbrooks4627]

James I need to send you a proper knife for unboxing

[@petercameron8832]

No lefty’s though,

[@arik2655]

More people playing means packed courses and higher green fees because now everyone’s playing.

[@davidmcdermott3415]

The logo is too much. Takomo 101t's look way better and are only a few bucks more. My Haywood's were $550.

[@jjd9990]

These don't seem to be good value compared to a good second hand set for the same cost or even cheaper

[@edrobinson998]

The consistency is up to you, not the club.

[@autumnstar9475]

First rule of golf, its never the golfer lol

[@Right1971]

It doesn’t really matter about the clubs, it’s all in the persons ability! If I have a $5000 set of the latest and greatest and give Rory M a set of $500 used clubs he’s still gone wipe the course with me! If you don’t have the talent to be consistent in your shots your clubs will do nothing for you.

[@petekenny3774]

Mmmmmmm that front to back would kill me and most golfers ..it's a no from me better 2nd hand clubs out there ..can't believe people buying into them 🤷

[@JamesRobinsonGolf]

Yeah I totally agree. But for the price..

[@petekenny3774]

@@JamesRobinsonGolf still not sure mate ...not for me at all but hey that's why their made and available more choice s the better for all golfers maybe maybe might drive down the prices of the OEMS 👀🤷🤣🤣

[@ianburton9223]

"The ball has no idea how much that club costs" - got to be a very Yorkshire saying. As are many such sayings - utterly irrelevant to the result.