My HONEST thoughts on Takomo Irons after using them for 2 years…

[@SamKingGolf]

Have you tried Takomo clubs before? What were your thoughts? 🤔

[@tma6983]

I just bought a set of 101s, and the feel is fantastic. It's so easy to compress strikes, and pure shots are silky. I'm a 19 handicap, and ball striking is pretty solid, so course management is a key element to seeing lower scores on the course. These 101s give me mad confidence when looking at aim points. Love these clubs. Thanks Takomo for your great work!

[@JerryStarmer-mr8tw]

@@SamKingGolf They're good, especially for the price, but the PXG irons have a better feel and stronger flight.

[@Idle_Koala]

I’ve had my 101’s since January 2023 so 2 years now. They were my first set of irons besides thrift store clubs and they are excellent from what I can tell!

[@kobeshok4123]

I started with a thrifted clubs as well, now I upgraded to a Ping G700 and planning to get the Tac 101. Do you think it's a good upgrade from my Ping.

[@jimbarrie7094]

Had a set of 101's for a year now. Changed my iron play dramatically. Never going anywhere else.

[@SamKingGolf]

Love it man.

[@stevenunderwood-7079]

I’ve tried about 15 sets of irons but kept going back to my Tommy armour 845s. Got the 101 irons and never looked back

[@jd1299]

@@stevenunderwood-7079 My iron play has been terrible since i upgraded from the 845s. I have gone thru 2 sets since and hated them both. Do the 101s remind you of the 845s at address? I cant decide on which set. 101 or 101t .

[@stevenunderwood-7079]

I’ve got the 101 model, not the 101s. They are a thicker top line at address, but they are the only irons that have felt pure. Love the 845s but the distances kill me as I’m in NE England and the weather is always terrible. I’ve tried Taylormade burner 2.0 irons, M2, M6, Mizuno jpx, callaway rogue, cobra, Titleist ap2, T200 and a few others. Takomo are class. +20yds on every club compared to the 845s

[@jd1299]

@@stevenunderwood-7079 thanks for the reply. currently playing calloway xr's and i hate them. I am in SE New England so similar conditions. Going to give the Takomos a try.

[@victormendizabal9124]

The most realistic yards I’ve seen on you tube…..subscribed

[@SamKingGolf]

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[@FlankerJackChannel]

Had my 101T's for about a year. Really enjoy playing with them and people at the range are very surprised when they hit them. I especially enjoy the wedges.

[@SamKingGolf]

I’d love to try the 101T’s 🤔 they look really nice. Which wedges do you have?

[@FlankerJackChannel]

@SamKingGolf I have a 52 54 and 60 skyforger. Love them. I haven't been playing very long so I went with the 101T. I really hope that with the new owners we get the bags in stock lol

[@SamKingGolf]

The bags look unreal eh?

[@JuicedUpGolf2023]

Let’s go! Jake on our channel is on their team and loves them!

[@tarkovfights]

ive played the 201's for a year now. Im similar size to you I recon. I get about 10 yards extra on each club(except wedges we have identical numbers). been a game changer for me. I also just got a 60 degree skyforger and it easily replaces my vokey.

[@jimmybass375]

Absolutely love my 101's, the 52° sky forger is my favorite club! For your dollar they can't be beaten.

[@SamKingGolf]

Agreed!

[@adampark4238]

Swapped from callaway rogue to takomo 301 combo last year I halfed my handicap going to sell my vokeys this year to get the takomo wedges. Pretty sure your videos was one of the videos I watched for info before buying the 301s

[@SamKingGolf]

Really? That’s awesome man! You’ll need to let me know how you get on with the wedges??

[@adampark4238]

@@SamKingGolf I'm terrible on my 5th year playing my mate I play with is 2 better than scratch as he keeps reminding me I halfed 4 holes with him last round we got I put it down to the confidence the takomo. He still destroys me the rest of the round though

[@arsmadrifut8931]

@@adampark4238 what was your handicap when you bought combo set?

[@adampark4238]

@@arsmadrifut8931 46.1 I was the highest handicap at my club. I went for the stiff light shafts

[@adampark4238]

@@arsmadrifut8931 46.1 highest at my club

[@bobnish1]

Good to see a new video. I have been contemplating getting Takomo wedges, as a cheap but new alternative.

[@SamKingGolf]

Give one a go and see if you like it!

[@bobnish1]

@ I got (not Takomo) 52,56,58… was wondering if a 60 is worth it? Never had a 60.

[@dannyfreeman9904]

I got the 56 and 48 to try them and I have a lot more feel and control than my Cleveland’s. It almost feels like the ball stays on the club longer

[@alexanderperks8298]

Great video mate 👍🏻

[@mattharvey968]

Been thinking of getting the 101T’s and been looking at reviews and found this channel. Great content!

[@SamKingGolf]

The 101Ts look amazing. I’d love to try them out as well!

[@t_hizzy]

I swapped some sim max 2 irons for the 101t's and i absolutely love them.

[@BENOITBO]

LH french golfer, 101 since 2 years in March : fantastic. Only claim for all clubs in LH !...

[@mattkolbe7993]

LOVE my Takomo irons!

[@CGgolfs]

Woohooo great to see you back posting again Sam!

[@SamKingGolf]

Let’s get that collab in the books 💪🏻

[@michaelstragier8516]

Your PW and 48deg wedge are only one degree apart, hence that 3 yard difference in carry. You could probably just drop one of those and add a different club to your bag… Great vid, thanks for the honest review!

[@SamKingGolf]

Yeah I might do. I just really like the 48 wedge for those back of the stance spinny shots. The wedge seems to have way more spin. Thanks!🙏🏼

[@ericwright3646]

i moved from Taylormade stealth irons to the 201's. They feel more connected than the Taylormade. I feel like I'm directly responsible for the ball flight now. Nothing against Taylormade, I've played their clubs for years. But I prefer the Takomo personally.

[@darrenwheeler4857]

Really thought hard about buying some, the only thing that's stopping me is the distance that people say they get, your the second person I've seen who's PW goes about 110, I currently get 127 with my cobra kings, plus not being able to test the clubs prior also puts me off

[@SamKingGolf]

Yeah… cobra’s are known for packing a punch. But distance doesn’t necessarily match up with good golf. Just a decision you need to think about!

[@GolfDuff]

No need to say sorry for the wind in your video, I couldn’t even hear it👍 great review man!

[@Hunter-zp5hd]

Earlier this year I bought the Caley 01T copper. They are great clubs but I really want to go back to a fully forged iron. I think I might get the Takomo 301 Combo set. Was sort of waiting to see if they were going to reissue their copper ones or even a black model. I guarantee, as soon as I purchase the regular ones, the next day they will come out with a black version. 😂

[@SamKingGolf]

The copper ones looked unbelievable 😳 What were your thoughts on Caley clubs?

[@golfwithharrison2469]

I'd like to do a fitting for Takomo clubs but don't know if that's an option right now where I live. Really like the way they look and everyone seems to love them

[@SamKingGolf]

Yeah you can’t get fitted but that’ll will probably change soon.

[@francoisdesmoulins-lebeaul4273]

Been using the 301 CB/MB combo set for about 2years and yeah, I wouldn't change... only downside is that you don't have much choice when it comes to shafts but I do like the KBS tour and need heavy shafts so...

[@SamKingGolf]

There are a lot more shaft options now… might need to get a new set 🤣

[@francoisdesmoulins-lebeaul4273]

@@SamKingGolf No.... KBS tour 130g X-stiff is the way! I'm happy with them, everybody should too! 🤣

[@AJB_17]

What is the durability like on takomo irons? Do you think they’ll last 5+ years?

[@shakeyfly]

For the price, they’re really good

[@JonnyPlaysGolf]

Good video Sam, I would love to go for Takomo but when I got fitted at a local master club fitter and it was so specific I just can’t see how I can get the same results just ordering online with different heads and shafts etc it’s a scary idea to order online with no returns on custom 🥴

[@stephenhodge8417]

A custom club builder can build to your spec.

[@stacks4943]

Great Video Sir..! What shafts are you using with these 301s..? Thanks for sharing… Cheers..! 🍻

[@SamKingGolf]

I’ve got the KBS Stiff shafts! I MAYBE should have got regular but I’m used to them now.

[@leewoodard5871]

Perfect timing. I’m coming back to golf and looking at new irons. Have 14 yr old custom fit AP2s. As I get older, want more forgiving clubs. Want to get back to single figures. Think the 201s. Regular shaft. Will keep my vokey wedges for now. Need a new driver. Maybe the Ping monster Finchy uses?!

[@WayneMciver]

Great vid Sam. Are they releasing new irons soon?

[@SamKingGolf]

They keep posting about new projects etc coming in the new future… exciting!

[@JoshTurner-ve5qo]

I’m looking to get my hands on the 101s. What shaft is the best for these type or irons?

[@SamKingGolf]

I have the KBS stiff… I like them but I’d maybe go for the Lite option next time.

[@chrisschler9667]

nice video! was wondering why you would have P wedge in 47 degrees of loft - and then a 48 degree wedge in the bag? With only the 3 yard difference in carry, i dont really understand why

[@SamKingGolf]

The wedge just provides a lot more spin for cute shots around the green!

[@ShawnKawaii]

what about 101Ts?!

[@michaeljensen4095]

I too would like to try them. I am not dissatisfied with my irons, but would be keen to hit the Takomo. When are you going to get their driver??

[@SamKingGolf]

I’m not 100% sure about the Driver or fairway woods… I’d be keen to try out a 3 wood.

[@seamusc1]

Be good if they brought out wedge lofts in 50,54,58

[@SamKingGolf]

Yeah… I thought they did. I imagine it’ll be something they’ll bring out in the near future!

[@chingycjaii]

I love the wedges but the bounce is too much, I suspect it’s focused on forgiveness in mind

[@ping7979]

What course is that with the practice green?

[@SamKingGolf]

It’s Carnoustie!

[@ping7979]

@SamKingGolf thanks!

[@ThrillaPark]

What do you mean by “signed” with Takomo?

[@rickcudmore8156]

Did you use Takomo's online custom fitting?

[@SamKingGolf]

Yeah I’ve done it a few times. It varies between the 301Cb and 201s… 201s would just give me a bit more forgiveness and distance

[@petecedor2852]

I picked up a 3 driving iron (I forget the item # but I think it is 101U) anyway it is easier to hit than the old Cleveland hybrid I was using from 200-215 yards and has me thinking of maybe adding more from Takomo to the bag in the near future.

[@SamKingGolf]

Good to hear man! What else would you think of getting?

[@petecedor2852]

Just got fitted for some Callaways last summer but might need wedges this summer.

[@williamcurrie3055]

Want to get the 201s to replace some older p790s. Just wish coukd hit them first and try the diff models before committing!

[@SamKingGolf]

I know man! That’s the anxiety I’m talking about… all I’ll say is this, I haven’t see a negative review anywhere.

[@johnnycasswell7290]

Really interesting to hear your views Sam. I play Titleist CB irons and although I like the look of the 301CB, I'm thinking of going for the 201s, just to give that bit more forgiveness and stronger loft for distance. I know you can't get fit but did you know your spec before ordering or do you just have the standard set up? Your bag / club gapping is interesting - a 48 degree wedge as well as a PW? Looking at your numbers, would a 60 rather than 48 been a good choice? You stripe the longer irons!!👍

[@SamKingGolf]

Hi mate! Yeah fortunately I knew I was suited to the KBS stiff before buying. As I said in the video, I probably should have gone for the 201s over the 301CB… just for that extra bit of forgiveness and probably distance! Yeah a lot of people have said this. Could be a possibility for the future 😊

[@2222skinny]

I would check the offset on those 201 to my eye really offset

[@grandpagolf]

Makes sense, really good, informative video but... WTH why are you wearing a Callaway cap yet 😅!?

[@SamKingGolf]

It’s just a nice cap! 🤣

[@rasmusk.4001]

Forgot the 101T's...

[@SamKingGolf]

Yeah I just kept the 101 and 101ts in the same bracket cause most reviews say they are both your sort of ‘distance/max forgiveness’ iron

[@globalnet4000]

Your wedge gaping could be better, change to a 50, 56, 60 or something like that… to have better gaping

[@michaeljensen4095]

Did you see that he is hitting a 48 gap wedge as well?

[@haltz]

​@michaeljensen4095 I think he's saying his 48 is too close to his PW. I dont think Takomo offers a 50 but he could easily ditch the 48

[@JerryStarmer-mr8tw]

Sold mine for a set of PXG 0311s.

[@SamKingGolf]

Interesting. What are you thoughts on Takomo Irons?

[@RyanF99]

These or mizunos?

[@SamKingGolf]

Hmmm… what are you using just now?

[@RyanF99]

@ got mizuno mp32s

[@TradingGolfer22]

4:09 can't resubscribe. But I would have. 😅

[@SamKingGolf]

🤣🤣🤣

[@will.m1110]

They need better shaft options for the wedges

[@SamKingGolf]

Yeah I agree! I’m sure it’s something they’ll add to in the future 🤞🏼

[@zackevanson9473]

I think they are probably as good as advertised I'm just in the minority and don't like the looks of the current line-up.

[@FlekzyFPS]

Grant horvat has not signed with takomo?

[@SamKingGolf]

Huh?

[@FlekzyFPS]

Yeah i was just wondering since you said Grant horvat has signed with takomo in the intro. I thougt he was signed with Taylormade

[@FlekzyFPS]

But i might be mistaken idk

[@SamKingGolf]

@@FlekzyFPShe’s just signed a deal with Takomo and has a small stake in the company! I’m sure he’s still gonna be using Taylormade though.

[@JD-dj3wn]

Why PW and a 48° wedge lol the PW is 47°

[@SamKingGolf]

The Skyforger wedge is really nice around the green. Provides more spin, you can use it for lower shots out of bunkers 😊

[@JD-dj3wn]

@@SamKingGolfI mean they’re the same club but ok lol

[@Dancingbrave-n7b]

They only do standard length and lie angles which is no use to me or have I missed something? Your 48° looks like a bit of a waste of a club

[@SamKingGolf]

I just find it a bit more spinny and I love it for those bump and runs around the green!

[@FranciscoIsaacGolfs]

I just went and ordered a set last week and they have a customize button on their website where you can choose length, lie angle, grip size and even steel or graphite shafts. The customize link is located right below the add to cart button. Hope this helps

[@mbrown3356]

It’s a shame, you’ve been a loyal customer for two years, why didn’t Takomo offer you a stake in the company?!! The rich get richer!

[@SamKingGolf]

I’m just a little guy! 🤣