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[@vic0445]

100% agree with Maltby being pure class

[@Simple_Man_Golf]

Wilson Staff has been KILLING it for a while now. Happy to see them get their due!

[@Ironpilot249]

Most definitely 💯

[@JoeFixIt75]

Hey Gabe, i live very close to Golfworks/maltby and ive been in there a few times over the past couple months. In talking with some of the employees over there, we started discussing their lack of advertising and such, and i mentioned your channel and they said they have gotten a huge influx of business and many have mentioned your channel as a source of it. They said they didnt even know your channel existed, and didnt know who you were, but they were eternally greatful for the wonderful reviews of the ts1 and ts3s. Anyway, i just wanted you to know that they are genuinely thankful for what you have done and its caused quite an uptick in their sales. The crew over there are really great guys too, so you are doing a good thing for a deserving company.

[@TheApostateTapir]

I heard that they sold as many sets in a week as they did in a month previously, due to Gabe's reviews. I'm glad they're getting the attention they deserve.

[@LetsPlayThru]

That's great to hear, thanks for letting me know. It's well deserved on their part.

[@justicarjoshua]

I was one of them haha. Wound up finding a set of TEs on eBay nearby, tried them and loved them. Ordered a custom set from the GolfWorks the next week. I’m dying to send Gabe my extra set now for a review! Best value for money out there.

[@TheApostateTapir]

@@justicarjoshua That's awesome. I've heard good things about the TE

[@JoeFixIt75]

I originally went in there to replace a 15 year old maltby wedge that had served me very well. While there hitting the wedges, I grabbed one of the ts1 Im demos just out of curiosity to see how they felt. I couldn't believe the feel and the performance showing on the gc quad. To double check what I was seeing and feeling, I did a search for some reviews and found Gabe's channel and that sealed the deal. I got a set a long with two of their wedges and got a chance to play 9 last night. They are fantastic regardless of price. The price simply make them mind blowing. Gabe, you may also want to check out the max milled wedges. Awesome clubs as well.

[@starks1974]

You forgot one that is pure class!!! Let's Play Thru!!! I think this past year you have been knocking it out of the park with reviews from the big OEM's to the small guys like Maltby. You are not going to find this on the other larger YT channels so that's why it's PURE CLASS. Is it possible to try a couple other DTC clubs that I've found, and there's some buzz online about them. Byrdie Golf, you can get a set(4-PW) forged irons for $400, or a full set for $500. And Haywood golf, which has been tested on other channels but I like your analysis the best.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Appreciate it, and thank you for the suggestions

[@TheApostateTapir]

@@LetsPlayThru The Haywood irons are the only irons that look as nice as Maltby's top of the line options, IMO. It would be awesome if we could find you a set to review.

[@johngullotta3987]

So happy to see the Maltby love!!! My TS3's have me playing more golf!

[@williamford4371]

glad to see Maltby get some attention.

[@bigdaddie40]

After watching your review of the Maltby TS3s, I picked up a set. WOW! These clubs feel like butter; even the mis hits. I have never consistantly struck an iron in the sweet spot more than these TS3s. The best $500 I've spent in a long time.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Congrats! I wouldn’t steer you wrong 😀

[@AZstu324]

Maltby = the hot girl/guy that doesnt give a crap that they're hot so it makes them even hotter. Love seeing them get credit that they're not even looking for 😜. Great list Gabe!

[@LetsPlayThru]

That’s too funny, Stu

[@misterc6012]

Except that she's the one legged "hot girl". Cuz she only has a right leg...

[@kennethbnorris]

I’ve never been a big fan of TaylorMade; I’ve always preferred Ping and Titleist. However, I did a driver fitting last month and was blown away by the Qi10 (I tried the standard and the max). I was able to produce the most swing speed with the standard model compared to the AI Smoke and Ping 10k, but the max model consistently had the straightest ball flight I’ve ever produced and finished third in distance behind the AI Smoke and standard Qi10 (only by four yds avg compared to the AI Smoke and seven to the standard). Sadly I didn’t get on with the Ping 10k. It felt heavier and was about 3mph slower on average than the Qi10 max. I’ve now used the Qi10 max for about 10-15 rounds so far and I’ve seen a large improvement on control and fairways hit. I’m now on the TaylorMade boat.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yeah that one is a beast

[@neilcaulfield7840]

I'm a Taylor made guy. I can't see past them. Wonderful brand.

[@wks4511]

I love reviews like this Gabe. It's very helpful for us weekend golfers. Maltby has definitely been added to my future list of irons to consider.

[@richardjacobs7632]

Wilson, Cobra, Takomo, Ram, Kirkland, Hogan, Maltby, Sub 70, Cleveland. All value! Thanks

[@SigmaJAD]

Great to see where you have placed Wilson. Pulling trigger on the Dynapower Forged at this weekends fitting

[@LetsPlayThru]

I think you’re going to enjoy those a lot

[@mrjfez]

Maltby is a cheat code full customization at that price point makes you like a super villain 😂😂😂 amazing quality

[@markzinda8863]

Hard to argue with someone who reviews golf clubs for a living!

[@stevebriggs8024]

I understand most of these but my one note is about Sub 70. I went with Sub 70 over the other DTC brands because of their service and customization options. They may be a tad more expensive but you have much better options to demo the clubs and you have a huge range of options to get the clubs that work for you. They are built here in the US and they stand behind their products like no one else. I am very cost conscious but the service and customization are well worth a little extra compared to Takomo and the others. Plus Sub 70 has multiple options for every spot in your bag and not just 1 or 2 options. If you haven't looked at Sub 70 I strongly encourage you to do so, you won't be disappointed.

[@HanJin907]

Planning to get the Maltby TS3 irons! Curious about their other clubs now! Could you please review the wedges, driver, woods, and hybrids? Thanks!!!!

[@williamchapman1538]

Gabe, do you think you could review some maltby drivers of fairways? I would love to know more about the product. I trust your reviews and would never buy something I haven't personally hit unless it came from a very trusted recommendation source like yourself.

[@georgefischer8458]

..Wilson Staff. Started playing them in the 70's, Then Ping showed up. Back to Wilson Staff in 2020, Would love to try WS's new stuff, but love my D7's...still have a Ping Zero putter though.

[@waywardwest]

Maltby is definitely a shocker but totally agree with your rating. Their newest designs outclass many OEM and you can't beat the value.

[@TestStripSteve]

The same day this Video review dropped on Wednesday 6/26/2024 I received my Maltby TS3 iron set the same day. I took them out on the range yesterday along with my Garmin G80. WOW..holy moly these are God Tier forged Maltby TS3 irons . Smooth like butter Striking . Outstanding feel all around. Great trajectory . I took them out on the course today for the first time . These Maltby TS3 are unbelievable in every way . I cut/shaved about 3 strokes off my round the first time using these beautiful TS3 Maltby iron set . THEY ARE 💯💯💯 "PURE CLASS" Gabe these irons are everything you said that they are With your Score of 98 on your review of the Maltby TS3 iron set. They are that & some ..!! Gabe thank you thank you ..! I know I'll be able to cut /shave even more strokes off my round with these God Tier beautiful TS3 forged Irons. Maltby TS3. Definitely "PURE CLASS"✅️✅️✅️✅️💯💯💯

[@LetsPlayThru]

That’s great to hear. Hope they serve you well for a long time 🙌

[@TestStripSteve]

@@LetsPlayThru Yeah Gabe I'm sure they will ⛳️. Thank you for all your outstanding content videos & reviews. Gabe your videos & content are the best videos out there. hands down.✅️✅️💯💯 Keep bringing these great value videos & reviews Gabe ..!! 💯🌟🌟🌟 You are helping more people than you think that watch them ..until the end ...lol..🤣 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@bbqdad3133]

Maltby Love Baby!!!! I've been enjoying my TS3's, hybrid, and woods!! I would have been happy if they were on the would buy list, but love that you have them on the Pure Class list!!

[@jumpsmcgee]

how wilson staff is ranked higher than Callaway, with all of the different types of players and options that Callway provides, including their own pre-owned site, they're Pure Class in my book.

[@archiiebarrett]

2 absolutely great budget brands that have been around a while, are Orlimar, and Powerbilt. I have multiple clubs from each brand, and I'm very happy with them, especially a few of my older ones. I also recommend trying Birdie Golf clubs, very similar to the Sub 70s.

[@craigseaver8062]

I was fitted for the Mizuno M Craft 02 putter. Absolutely love it. Kinda pricey but still below the Scotty, Bettinardi, LAB prices.

[@forwardmotionfitness1891]

Love the list! Great combo of performance and value taken into consideration. I have some new Vice Irons on the way, any plans to test them out?

[@mikegillettify]

10:55 I have the G400s D,3,5, 5H, 6i-LW. I love them. They are in very good condition. I hit them well, got them fitted. Would I notice a big difference in the newer PINGs?

[@16pennynails]

Good for Maltby! Absolutely solid irons done You're way. Taylormade has two interesting irons not yet released....the P7CB, and another prototype iron that looks similar to the P770/P790. The cb looks retro, like a rac tp from years ago, 2005. Should be intetesting. Not that it matters but the ranking for Callaway here surprised me. Good list!

[@stephenmulvaney4843]

I played the Titleist 100s irons and TSI woods lastvyear and loved them butvswitched to t150 this year as well as TSR and cant belive how much better they are than 2021 models. After seeing your review of the Maltby TS3 as well as a few other reviewrs I had to pull the trigger. Able to get 4 through gap wedge in kuro kage hraphite shafts as welll as the tc pro driver, fairway and 2 hybrid for $1000. All with Kuro Kage shafts. Driver with the silver shaft that I used to play regularly. Cannot wait for delivery. Happy with the Titleists. Playing some of the best golf i have in years but always looking for that little bit of magic.

[@travisbudzyn7959]

I agree with the Mizuno ranking, I tried TaylorMade, Callaway and Cobra woods and ended up falling in love with the Mizuno Driver/Fairway woods.

[@geoffcohen613]

Go to a good club maker, have them build choose a smaller branded range like Golf smith, or Alpha or techpower. Properly made and balanced, frequency matched, correct length lie and LOFT angles etc these clubs will last you 20 plus years and be just as good if not better than the mass assembled clubs which vary in quality..

[@TriageReflex]

Got my dad a set of Maltby TS3 irons and I really want to try them out to see how they feel. I’m really debating between getting the TS1 IM, TS3, and even TS4. It’s a hard choice.

[@glossolalian]

I found myself in the same exact predicament. I stewed over it for 2 months and finally pulled the trigger on the TS3's. While I love the looks of the TS4 & TS1 IM's substantially more, I trusted Gabe here and went with the TS3. Hopefully will arrive in the next few days! Another option worth your attention might be the TE+'s, I keep hearing great things about them as well. At the end of the day, the people chanting TS3's and the lower VCOG measurement is what won me over for my particular swing.

[@TriageReflex]

Good points and good to know. I will be hopefully swinging my dad's TS3s soon to see how they feel. They're graphite shafts though so I'm sure that'll effect things a bit haha

[@TriageReflex]

@@glossolalian I’m leaning more towards the TS1 IMs only because they’re more forgiving but part of me also wants to go for the TS4s because they’re more like a traditional blade and I kind of like the thinking of growing into them more. I’m not a great golfer or very consistent with it, but I’d love to be able to have more control over the ball which I’ve seen is great with the TS4s

[@AZstu324]

​@@TriageReflex my completely unsolicited opinion 😜.. the TS4's aren't less forgiving than the IM's. If you look at how Maltby ranks the forgiveness of each club, these 2 are nearly identical. Also personally, for my swing, I think I hit the TS4's better and I thought that they felt better. I say go with what you like the look of in this case.

[@TriageReflex]

@@AZstu324 great to know. I do know others have said the TS4s are actually pretty forgiving for a blade. I wish I could try out each club in person.

[@cr144mc6]

Thoughts on Top Flite? I’ve been golfing for about 2 years, getting close to breaking 100, mostly because of putting. I would really like to replace my Top Flite irons but I know I don’t need a $1000 set

[@23srod]

Got a set of 2022 Adams tight lies woods and hybrids for 120 for 4 clubs. Still in my bag 2 years later. Underrated.

[@TheApostateTapir]

Came to make sure Maltby got put where they belong. :)

[@AZstu324]

We know the rating for Maltby is very much deserved.. but it definitely ruffled some turkey feathers lol.

[@TheApostateTapir]

@@AZstu324 Lol, it definitely seems to have upset some Callaway fanboys. I used to play Callaway and loved them...until I tried Maltby.

[@AZstu324]

@@TheApostateTapir ha ha yeah I've bagged a few sets of Calli's AND Mizzy's and loved them. But once you get a taste of a Maltby club it's hard to go back to anything else.

[@mejustanormalguy4742]

My Wilson irons are going nowhere I love them .

[@irish5359]

Still playing a Rife two bar putter after all these years. I bet a lot of us are still playing some oldie clubs. Good list thought.

[@TurdFergusson318]

Was playing ‘21 P770s thinking I was getting a little older and needed the help of a hollow iron. Tested a set of Blueprint S and immediately got fitted for them. Playing my best golf in years. Unbelievable iron for a good ball striker. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

[@ronnieramirez7915]

Recently bought Honma irons and I absolutely love them.

[@BelieverDSD]

Was a little shocked at Tommy Armour being in the would try category vs would BUY category. Picked up the 5-PW for $299 with Recoil 660 shafts and included a loft and lie fitting. Don't know how you beat that value. Not to mention I hit them better than the Cobra F-Max super improvement irons that were $499. Just sayin'! Love the channel!

[@toddc3988]

Recent golf convert here.... As in last summer. As someone on a buget, I am singing the lone praises of Ram. Yes, I woul rather have sprung for Maltby, Stix, or even the Strata offering from Callaway. But these Ram clubs are helping me break.... Well let's just say soon I may even keep score when I play. Side note: This is one of the first Golf channels I subscribed to because I want to learn more about the science behind clubs. I really appreciate what you do.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Glad to hear it, man!

[@nickmillar9651]

Great review

[@hangwibi]

How about Maruman? Bridgestone? Yamaha?

[@tomhull612]

Again the best review and leading edge information provider. Agree with the ranks but thought Callaway had earned the pure class. The Apex lines alone are the best clubs I've played. I've tested for Titleist and Callaway for many years and I put them on the same level in specific categories. I understand though! Love your channel and energy!

[@guyr7351]

Wilson everyday👍

[@gregandrews8369]

New Level makes some of the best looking irons on the planet and have a presence on tour, they deserve a mention.

[@IronsSharpenIronsGolf]

I'm watching live Gabe (at 13:00 right now) and I'm waiting to see Costco on the board. I will update haha... and you literally hit it as I was going to hit 'comment' lol. Pure class in this Costco die-hard's opinion!!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Ah nice!

[@RenBobbins]

I haven’t gotten to try to Ai Smoke, Qi10, or 430 10k Max, which I know are in a league of their own, but my last year’s model Paradym X is the best driver I’ve ever touched. I also give GOAT status to my Cleveland HB Soft putter(s). I’ve got a decent putter collection with almost every brand, and the HB soft line is insanely good.

[@waynetrinier4654]

I think from reviews I have seen I agree with your list completely. I anxiously await your Macgregor review.😊

[@LetsPlayThru]

Should be up Friday 🙌

[@waynetrinier4654]

@@LetsPlayThru Glad to hear that looking forward to Friday now.

[@calebm2161]

​@LetsPlayThru can't freaking wait! I love Macgregor 😊

[@calebm2161]

Very fun video. First ive seen of this style from you since i subbed so cool to watch! Glad you put Macgregor in at least Would Try. I feel like they are tge most underrated golf brand. Fun fact i just learned: Macgregor, Ram, Tearddop and Zebra are all owned buy Sam Millington niw and he has done a great job with all those!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes and I just learned there are two MacGregor companies now. One in the UK completely separate. Crazy!

[@soupy01833]

Callaway has to be in the world class category, they are as good as if not better than anything in that category

[@Tin5674]

they have been outperformed by the others in their pricerange 🤷

[@nickmillar9651]

Callaway about in the middle

[@soupy01833]

@@Tin5674 I play with a paradym and its the best driver I have ever hit. I also think their apex 21 are top notch players distance irons the smoke ai irons are rockets but i did not like them as they are too low spin

[@jeffreypino339]

Yup

[@KenLiew]

Lmao

[@MrYutbe57]

I LITERALLY just found your channel about two hours ago and watched the last one a little over an hour ago.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Haha, nice!

[@seanconnors7639]

Where would you place LAB Golf?? Would Try, Would Buy, etc.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Would buy, without a doubt

[@BrokeBoysGolf]

Cobra all the way!

[@TheGenXTeacher]

I was at the Honma outlet here in Taiwan yesterday and tried their clubs. I liked them. The cost was a major hurdle though. Even on sale the 6-pw were $450.

[@caleygolf]

Thanks for the shoutout, Gabe!

[@raymondgao4757]

Great review, Gabe. But just wondering what catogory would be for LAB putter.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Would Buy

[@eg1918]

Great video! Is there a reason why you omitted LAB Putters. It's your current gamer, and you seem to love it.

[@LetsPlayThru]

accidental! I’d put them in Would Buy

[@jseels]

I really like my Callaway Edge set from Costco and I replaced the driver with a Rogue ST Max. Just getting into golf this year and I noticed a huge improvement from the cheap Amazon set I started with. Happy golfing, mates 😊

[@vtrider01]

I was hoping to see Bombtech on this list. I bought a set and love them as a newer golfer. Hope to see what you think next time.

[@josetakapele]

Glad to see some DTC brands on the list.

[@ryandavis2772]

Just put together a new golf set with a Tommy Armour 845 Max 3 wood and 3 hybrid, RAM Laser irons 4-PW plus GW, and Wilson Harmonized 60 degree and putter. Very much a budget set but at least all of them made the “Would Try” category or better!

[@LetsPlayThru]

That’s a solid set for sure

[@Devlins10]

I have the Stix irons 5-pw and the 52 and 56 wedges. They are sneaky good. Accurate and long. And soind great.

[@TerryBrower-hs4tq]

Didn't see New Level golf. Fantastic forged irons and a must check out if you haven't.

[@michaelrood2751]

Sub70 hybrids are awesome. I bought one after the My Golf spy most wanted a year or two ago.

[@commonman317]

Nice seeing Yonex on the list still. Rick Shiels just reviewed their new driver, and he liked it. It's a shame they don't pursue the U.S. market again. Unfortunately, their pricing has gone up, and out of reach for us common folk. Another great list Gabe!

[@gpjc19]

My whole bag turned out to be wilson except my 3wood. Great driver and clubs

[@SpudOutdoors]

Haywood clubs. Phenomenal. I play the mbs. Sensational and performance is better than my 0317 st irons.

[@theycallmewoodstock1756]

Just got a set of Tommy armour 845+'s Love them so far

[@davybell194]

No LAB?

[@allenparker2690]

Gabe your channel to me is some of the best on KZbin. I'm glad to hear you have an upcoming McGregor review. I hope it's their adjustable driver. God Bless

[@TopicGamez23]

Completely disagree with Honma rating. They are great value for money. Junior golfer here in Australia and I got a TW747 With stock Stiff flex shaft. I paid 300 Bucks. I tried the Qi10, yet my honma went further, and it’s 800 dollars cheaper? Thoughts?

[@cameronloveless1751]

Was that 300 Aussie pesos for a new Honma driver??? Where? (I’m in Melbourne)

[@TopicGamez23]

@@cameronloveless1751 Golf clearance outlet bro. They might have upped the price but it was on special. Retail is 800 apparently they have for like 350 now with better shaft options

[@riccardogiacomessi]

Why LAB GOLF is not even there??

[@shaunkelley55]

Wilson unreal clubs

[@LetsPlayThru]

Totally

[@RustyPutter62]

I do like Maltby,Cobra should be higher,like my Haywood to.

[@justicarjoshua]

Best golf Club reviews on KZbin! Gabe, how can I follow in Stu’s footsteps and send you these Maltby TE+ DBMs (using Ship Sticks of course). Bought two sets because of your reviews! My extra set could be a fun giveaway 🤷

[@LetsPlayThru]

Hey that’s very generous of you. Can you shoot me an email to discuss?

[@justicarjoshua]

Sure thing, I sent an email to the address on your channel’s about page, but if that doesn’t come through I sent your channel a facebook message with my email for us to discuss!

[@tms299]

I have the 201s from takomo for my irons. For the price, you just can’t go wrong.

[@DiegoMagengo]

Woah woah woah what about Top Flite? They’re pretty popular, curious to see where you’d put them

[@PJae00]

As a Tour Edge fan boy, I would put them at Pure Class. Their performance, price, and lifetime warranty gives them the best value over all others

[@TheApostateTapir]

My driver, woods, and hybrid are Tour Edge and they always will be. Insane performance for the price when you get last year's model on closeout. I got my C722 driver, 5 wood, and hybrid for under $400 total.

[@davidree2858]

uk here: agree with wilson staff, their forged irons are as good as most of the top brands. seems like they've fallen out of the uk market? not sure how it is in the usa?

[@brandonsmith6663]

I bought a set a set of the Calloway Edge clubs from Costco. And holy crap. For $550 for a set of 10. I really love them. I went from 120 to breaking 100 in a matter of 2 months with these clubs.

[@Jdickiemedia]

D9 forged irons are the best I’ve ever had, got them for 40% off too.

[@kevinpack1454]

Gabe….L.A.B. didn’t make this list even though a DF3 is in your bag??

[@LetsPlayThru]

Inadvertent omission. I’d put them in Would Buy. Same with Edel.

[@bigcrayonzgaming5989]

Where do you think krank would rank in this lisy

[@rlbjr]

What about LAB?

[@terrymyers2157]

Ping is probably the worst for availability and up charge for none stock shafts.ordered a 3 and 4 iron in February x100 soft stepped I was told that it would be early June as they didn't have any shafts available it's now the end of June and still not here I all so ask about s400 tour issues and what would the up charge be £75 per club so that's a definite no when some other manufacturers offer free upgrade or an extra £140 for a full set of irons

[@darian03]

Yup mizuno deserves their spot

[@CanadianBiPolarBear]

Really nice hat its fantastic

[@zalum9405]

Where the edel brand I game those irons and they fantastic

[@jbh199]

I'm confused Gabe ,you bagged the Edel irons this year speaking very highly of them. However, they were not even an afterthought for your board. What gives ?

[@LetsPlayThru]

To give you a peek behind the curtain, I recorded this video 3x. First time the camera was out of focus. Second time the audio was bad. Third time I forgot to add Edel in. But anyway, they are def a "Would Buy"

[@jbh199]

@@LetsPlayThru thanks for responding

[@Miura655]

Every club should be based on performance if you are a serious golfer. This review, although entertaining, this sort of like picking a sports team based on their uniform color.

[@titibluesg]

Titleist and Scotty to the end

[@T35LA]

Miura ?? Should try :-) and then rank them next year.

[@glenkamida71]

How about LAB putters?

[@stevent21]

Would like you to test the vice irons

[@LetsPlayThru]

Man, they are just so overpriced it seems. 😮

[@yjk1234]

honma iron few years model are awesome.. New one cheap in japan u an get iron set $300usd

[@DerekMajeres]

Looking slim and healthy! I love your content, keep it up!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thanks Derek

[@Michael.Sandoval33]

Mizuno Putters OMG

[@mostdeadlygeist]

since honma's are so lesser known in the states, you can get full iron sets for like $350-400. at that bang for buck, they're well worth it.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yeah, I’m on board with that price

[@AZstu324]

Agree that Honmas are incredible for consumers at the resale value.. but terrible for a new purchase. Probably one of the most devalued brands after they leave the lot.. unfortunately.

[@Tenncup76]

Takomo needs a gap wedge badly. Nothing made between pw and their wedges

[@alexshearer3227]

Where is Edel!?? You even play(ed) their irons…

[@LetsPlayThru]

Would buy