The MOST FORGIVING irons in golf!

[@markgriffiths1325]

I bought the Launch Pad irons in October of 2020 after coming back to golf after 10+ years away from the game. never properly started using them till March 2021 and 1 year later took 14 strokes off my handicap and believe these irons made huge difference to my game . absolutely love them .

[@al48701]

Started using Wilson Launch Pad irons (older than shown in this video) and they have changed my game. Went from low 90s to mid to low 80s. Love those irons.

[@GamingOnTheGo]

I’ve a set arriving this weekend!

[@austinbaxter7427]

@@GamingOnTheGo has your game improved?

[@douglasdejager8450]

I have Ping blades (small heads) and have never shot below 90. My irons are very inconsistent and unforgiving. I need to try something easier.

[@moedark4390]

I love the Wilson D9. soo forgiving that when my wife touched one, she forgave my infidelity.

[@dmapes159]

"Why don't I do it??" Cause most golfers would rather look like a pro than score like a pro. LOL

[@boecker30]

Than*

[@miketampabay9446]

@@boecker30 corny comment*

[@throck21]

#truth

[@williambrown7437]

Also because they will stop you from getting better past a certain point. Learning feel and how to hit the center of club are important skills to develop

[@COBRO98]

@@williambrown7437 every player in the world should be playing cavity backs & that includes tour pros, I haven’t seen anyone use traditional blades unless they were born before 1950, and none of them break 80 come to think of it.

[@leehager5410]

I have been using Cleeveland HB3 hybrid irons for several years now and as a senior golfer I can never see me going back to traditional irons again. Loved your piece on the Wilson hybrids and would like to see more of the comparison tests like you have just done.

[@AnthonyDavid59]

Spot-on Pete. I just got back from my Srixon fitting for irons and a driver. My ego was telling me I needed a blended set of ZX-7s and 5s. My head said to have no expectations and to go with feel and results. I put an order in for regular graphite-shafted ZX-4s (4-PW) and a stiff graphite-shafted ZX-5 driver. I have never hit such good shots in my life. The toed, heeled and thinned shots were still so much better than shots with my old clubs.

[@bama171717]

I bought my wife a set of Cleveland Halo's and has really helped her to be a lots better iron player. She went from hitting her Cobra S2 irons to these and lowered her scores on average about 5 strokes around. So I have to give the most forgiving clubs to the Cleveland Halo's.

[@unipanther0438]

I hit Peter up on twitter about this. Want him to test them both for a video. Are the Halo's the ones with the ridges on the bottom with the cavity back or are those a different set?

[@philipcrewe540]

Cleveland are the best woods in the business, not driver though imo

[@bama171717]

@@unipanther0438 yes she has 4 thru PW a it’s them all good. I also got her the 3 hybrid.

[@Billy-lq4fu]

Where you from unipantber043? Lived in dancer hall for 2 years here haha

[@unipanther0438]

@@Billy-lq4fu I never lived in the dorms, but do have season football tickets!

[@NCtrailX]

Demo'd LP2 irons along with D9s, TM Stealths, and Cobra LTDx and was really impressed. The LP2s were more consistent in both ball flight and direction. I never thought of them as a fit for me, but I don't get to play as much as I used to and could use the help!

[@davidfox5297]

Thank you, I absolutely love Wilson, the brand is so underrated, but for the price and the playability is outstanding. As I'm not well off, I was still able to afford the D200 irons, they play so good.

[@andywallis828]

Peter - as a 20+ handicapper I moved from "blades" to Wilson Fat Shaft about 10 years ago, following some advice from a friend who is a scratch golfer. They are definitely easier to hit but also added Cobra Baffler hybrids to help with the longer irons (3-5). Obviously technology has come on even further over the last 10 years and now in the market for some new irons as I'm bringing my handicap down as I play more regularly. Its really interesting to see these new irons and if I'm honest don't understand why more golfer don't got for the "forgiving" versions, apart from golf snobbery Keep up the great work and love the changes of outfits in you video !😉

[@bobs5624]

I am a beginner (10 months since first round - @ 1 year since first swing). I had the opportunity to spend an hour testing any and all the brands in an Atlanta golf shop and walked out with a receipt for a set of Halos. I got the full, fitted set just 3 weeks later! I still swing other guys’ clubs whenever I can, but I haven’t swung any club that gives me better results than the Halos. If the club face is pointed in the right direction, I get a good shot. I don’t use a driver, and my longest iron shot is about 160 yards. But I can still break 100 because the Halos compensate for my toe or heel shots.

[@Wightknite88]

Absolute boss,!! Get yourself the Halo 3 Hybrid and you will get 200 yards off the tee no problem 💪💪

[@Wightknite88]

Are you still using the Halos btw after 2 years? And would you still call yourself a beginner?

[@bobs5624]

@@Wightknite88 Now I just use the Halo 5 - 8, and have refined my short clubs to Pings. I guess I’m no longer a beginner, since playing is now a joy rather than a struggle.

[@brady338]

Callaway Rogue ST Max irons are incredibly forgiving! Huge improvement in my game after upgrading from 15 year old TM Burners 🥳

[@chalmerelkins8965]

Yes I have them. I bought the Callaway fusions back in 2006 had them up until February 18 when the new Callaway rogue ST max came out oh my God what a difference unbelievable forgiven the driver as well

[@davidkramer194]

I'm playing them as well and I love them

[@davidkramer194]

Only problem with the rogues is I immediately gained an insane amount of yardage. I grabbed a pitching wedge from 115 yards and launched it over the course and into the elementary school across the street. I really have to slow it down with these.

[@marionpatterson429]

I was a seven handicap senior golfer playing TM SIMs. Demo'd the Halo, including hitting chips and pitching. Very impressed, ordered a set, 5 - D (Gap Wedge) and a hybrid. Unbelievable performance. I will gladly take the jokes and doubts that I will keep them long. Consistent distances, easy to swing and so much better around the green.

[@vasonar]

I'm a senior too, what shaft flex are are you using with your new clubs? Like you , I don't care about looks, just results. Thank you in advance

[@Stuart.Mckenzie]

Hi Pete, I’m a 68 year old golfer and picked up a set of Cleveland 588MT irons with steel shafts which have given me more confidence in my swing and hence reduced the temptation to try and hit them harder. Yes as we get older we hopefully get wiser and I’m actually now on 15 handicap, lowest ever! Cheers and thanks for your great vblog, best on the net.

[@rexnegus3409]

I keep going out to buy a new set of irons but like you, have the 588s. Yes, newer irons go longer but the 588s go up in predictable increments and give me full shots from closer in. Similarly, was going to buy a Sim Max 2 driver but at the time, were out of stock with a few months waiting list. Being adjustable, I took the Cleveland down to the range and adjusted it - saved a few hundred quid.

[@TL-Golf-London]

Just have to say - Pete, you create the best quality content in your genre on KZbin, no doubt in my mind. Loving your videos, can’t wait for more. Keep it up 👍 👏

[@ianashton1226]

I’ve had Cleveland HB Turbos in my bag for 2 yrs. I absolutely love them. I’m off 13 and targeting single figures this year. Can’t see myself ever going back to “normal” irons

[@sportscardude]

I went with the Cleveland HB Turbos too and they are spectacular.

[@digitalvictory8266]

OMG the memories! I snagged a set of Browning 440 irons from a pawn shop in '87, and I had never in my life hit anything so easily!

[@nicholas389]

Bought & currently playing Tour Edge E721 Irons. Engineered for Mid to High Handicap Players. Power Lofted, Forgiveness is extreme, off center strikes kind of still go straight, you can feel as if it's like the face is twisting, yet the ball goes straight! You can still Fade & Draw the ball, hit it Higher, Lower, Normal is High trajectory! Graphite shafted! I would suggest these irons for anyone to use. Try them out. I literally tried every brands new irons for 2022 all their Pro Forged Blades, Mid Cavity Back, High Cavity Back, Game Improvement, etc. for 2022, Callaway, Ping, Taylormade, Wilson, Srixon, Mizuno, all the big names! Tried them all over the course of 3 weeks almost everyday! Narrowed it down to the Tour Edge E721 & C722 Iron sets! I have no brand affiliations or any preferred club brand! These irons just performed very well, almost everytime I hit the ball they just fly straight & land soft. The 5 iron that I bought separately is a little tough to hit correctly this is my only issue! I may switch to a 7 Wood as I've heard they're a great option for that Loft Number! The irons I own are a bit heavier than most of the other brands I tried, graphite shafts feel nice, they look sharp, not like game improvement irons at all. They actually look cool. I am so happy I switched from Traditionally Lofted irons to the power Lofted irons. I am a Wedge Player & love the short game! With Power Lofted Irons you will need more Wedges! My set came with Pitching Wedge, Approach Wedge & Gap Wedge, I also added Vokey SM8 54° & 60° Wedges so now I technically have five wedges, PW, AW, GW, SW, LW, this has allowed me to score better, taking advantage of the irons accuracy! Approach shots 9 iron PW, etc all fly Straight, High & Land Soft with plenty of spin to grab the greens! Although they will not help with your Aiming, you will hit them where you Aim them! They will Fade if you hit a Slice or Draw if you hit a Hook! Slicing & Hooking the ball has nothing to do with hitting the face off center or High on the face, Toe, Hossle strikes, whatever! That's your clubhead & face in relation to your Swing path & aiming direction. But off center hits will fly relatively well as before with normal irons, I would lose tons of distance & direction, these maybe come up short 5/10 yards or less! I vouch for any of these game improvement irons, teally for any player! There very little down side & much too gain! Hope I helped sway someone to take the step & buy some of these irons! Mizuno Forged Blades look great but are not for everyone! Forget the stigma & just have fun hitting greens in regulation!

[@willmcelwain3057]

Pete, I agree that more players should play forgiving irons vs the ego sets. I play Mizuno Jpx 900 forged and Hot Metal combo weak loft and they are incredible! Great content as always.

[@lavin214]

My very first set was a Wilson box set It came with a driver, 3 wood, 5 wood, and 4-sw. Very solid, I have a friend who still plays them (the irons at least. The driver and woods have long since broken). After that I had the taylormade tour burners and they were very forgiving. The most forgiving I've ever hit are easily the great big berthas from Callaway. Ugly as the day is long but you literally can't hit them poorly.

[@jean-francoisrobitaille6560]

I play Wilson D9’s with Tensei graphite shafts and I love them. 4&5 are hybrids and 6 to gap are irons. Forgiving, crazy distance, affordable, looks good, quality components. I got them a year ago and I’m totaly satisfied.

[@joeb2241]

I’ve gamed the old Wilson staff launch pad hybrid irons from starting out 2 years ago and got my handicap down to 10. Got them for half price barely used on gumtree. Just ordered the taylormade p790s so I can get some more workability and hopefully get my score into single figures. Exciting times :)

[@rubinfunk]

I'm similar, playing the old launch pad irons almost 2 years, went from a 12 to a 6 handicap. Not considering ever going back to anything conventional

[@GOLFADDICT65]

Went for a PXG fitting...currently play the PXG Gen 2 SGI irons and they are awesome...but wanted an upgrade so i was fitted with PXG Gen 4 ( P ) irons graphite shaft / 2 up lie / and a 10 gram weight instead of an 8 gram and midsize grips....all i got to say is WOW I love them...soft feeling and pure..thank you PXG...cheers from Canada

[@mooseknuckle07]

Still playing with my callaway xr pro’s. Absolutely love them. They aren’t chunky but still forgiving. Wouldn’t recommend them to someone who just started golfing. But for mid to low hc that don’t want to spend a fortune they’re perfect

[@callesandlund1204]

Hi there Pete, It would be an interesting video if you played one ball with the forgiving irons and one with your regular irons 😁

[@GHOSTOFEIGHT]

Brilliant idea Calle!!

[@chuckyz2]

His sponsors wouldn't like that. lol

[@frankmartinez6657]

Or a full tournament with the hybrids 😬

[@chuckyz2]

@@frankmartinez6657 I bought a 7 hybrid to replace my 6 iron. I love my 6 hybrid. it is literally twice as good as my 5 iron. 180 to 190 and bites like a 9 iron. Goes higher, so trees are much easier to go over. Better out of the rough. Will never look back. I think the 7 hybrid will be just as good. Waiting on the Blue Ventus HB Velocore to stab in it.

[@bradagarlic]

I'd like to see that :)

[@chazzmccloud36]

My set of 2006 Big Bertha irons do have a similar profile as those Wilson's; they look massive behind the ball. As a very high handicapper, I like that. Helps the confidence. And they are very forgiving.

[@cameronloveless1751]

LaunchPad MkII definitely a big improvement in looks over the first version. Yes they are big, but they have to be. Now they actually look quite classy

[@CodeMonkey66]

I remember hitting my dad's Spalding Executive irons. They were very similar in design to the Fazer XR irons. The Executives, to this day, decades later, were my favorite irons to hit. Very forgiving, felt amazing. I could crank a 3 iron and I couldn't even feel it squish off the club face. Amazing irons in my humble opinion.

[@RyanWright11]

I bought the Sim2 MaxOS irons last year after playing with 20 year old Yonex irons. The difference in distance was STUNNING. 2-3 full clubs difference. Where I really noticed though was how many more fairways I hit. Or, on shots that I would've sliced into the woods, they'd settle in the rough or deep rough (but playable). As a high handicapper lefty, I find most courses I play aren't set up to favour my type of swing. I only got 20 rounds or so in last year, but my scores in 2021 were in the 92 range, and in 2020 with the old irons they were 96/97. Playable lies, closer to the green... made a big difference. Love these irons.

[@georgefischer8458]

..bought a set of Wilson Staff D7's 2 years ago. I'm 62 and wanted an 8 iron to go 150-160 yards. As long as I'm swinging with tempo, mission accomplished. Wilson makes great affordable clubs again. Really want to hit the Launchpads.

[@paulmount1119]

Great video Peter! Finally a review hi handicappers can understand and get some direct as to "forgiving" clubs!

[@sirnorbertsmith9435]

I purchased the Cleveland Launcher XL Halo Irons in graphite but only the lower end of the bag 8-SW and the improvement in my game since purchasing them has been quite impressive....gone from high 80's to low 80's in half a dozen rounds

[@joejohnson6594]

Using the Sim max os irons and love them. I hit a lot out of the toe so forgiveness is a must and these irons do provide a lot. My occasional center strike does go a bit farther but just makes me feel good when I do lol. I say use what helps you be a better golfer and stop worrying about trying to hit something that you really only hit well on occasion.

[@Uptonspark]

Only just watched this video and do enjoy how Peter reverts back to studio to explain technical details etc.

[@gymleader797]

He said “More forgiving than Mary Poppins on kite day” That’s gold 😂😂😂😂

[@moorgoon]

I bought a set of the Cleveland Launcher HB Irons and in my very late 60’s (age) and love them - so forgiving plus lots of height and greater distance - enjoyable to watch. They have improved my game significantly from a high handicap golfer

[@johnagel419]

I'm playing the lovely Adams 2015 idea Tech in the black finish. Very forgiving, high launch maximizing the amazing technology for which TaylorMade bought out Adams and their patents. They are a bit bulkish, but as we know, wearing black is very thinning. Although, I might end up hunting for the Wilsons as I am disabled and needing all the help I can get. Love you and your programming.

[@jasonwinslow3543]

I landed on P790s - not necessarily in the "forgiveness" category... but they're just the easy button. Used to have to swing out of my shoes to get a 4 iron to go 190, and would generally slice it. Now it's a smooth swing to carry 196 - 201, with a baby draw. Thin shots carry about 10 yards less, but go straight. Previously had R11s.

[@pandyy1188]

The P790s are the most forgiving in the TaylorMade iron line, no?

[@82pault]

I played the cleveland launcher hb turbo irons when starting off ,,helped my game massively

[@peterfinchgolf]

Love those irons

[@samnosworthy4688]

Hey Pete, I just bought T200s and absolutely love them. I’m not the greatest golfer but once you get used to a set they are much easier to hit even though there are a bit bladey compared to others

[@SomethingEveryone]

Just bought some T100 irons. Went to collect them, while I was there I hit a Ping G425 iron. Oops - already paid for the T100, too late to back out 🙈

[@obsidian7644]

@@SomethingEveryone yeah t100 or g425s you can't really go wrong imo

[@worm2200]

I bought the launch pads last year.. major game changer for me. they just work... when i have friends take a swing...it just works

[@BRMCaptChaos]

Bang on - get in there fugly irons! I went Cleveland Hi-Bore 4-6 in my JPX 825 pro set, it has given me the confidence at 180+ which my ego was stopping me from having. Great video Pete.

[@fergusfitzgerald977]

I think a super forgiving set of clubs like the Wilsons will be my next set ! They are beautiful ! Must start saving.

[@barrymuller5131]

Peter, I’m using the Adams Idea Tech that look a lot like this launch pads, but instead of that chrome flashing down there, they are black. They have a great feeling graphite shaft and are easy to hit. I am 68 and I needed a little help and I got these at the end of last year. I broke 80 with them for the first time in years. I can’t wait for this year. Golf courses have just opened in South Dakota last week. I got the new Wilson putter last year. It’s also very forgiving.

[@petermolyneux9544]

Currently using Cobra T rail irons. Similar idea to the Wilsons, but I can't say I like them! Very hard to control when chipping, so much so, I've put my old pitching wedge back in the bag.

[@kanifeed8003]

Would be nice to see a full round with the Wilson’s or tm, vs full round with your irons, would be really interesting to see if you do lose anything on course with the playability for a more skilled player.

[@edanzore]

Exactly

[@davidrobinson2005]

not sure about these Wilson irons but the D7 irons were amazing for forgiveness on miss hits as well as shot shaping.

[@michaelknight9230]

These wilson are great for anyone starting out and even for the older player struggling for distince or swing speed

[@marceldubois5073]

I play the Ping G710s…..I’m amazed at the forgiveness……7 iron from 150yds hit way out on the toe, and still hit the green……I’m 68 yo….so I’m not as long as I used to be…..but these are fun to hit!🇨🇦

[@stacyherridge4270]

Pete, When you hit the TW and Stealth out the toe, what was the distance drop off against a centre strike for each club?

[@wks4511]

Enjoyed the video Pete. I just bought the JPX 921 Hot Metal irons. I can't believe how straight they hit the ball. I'm glad I bought them.

[@BadenAW]

In my previous job, I was lucky enough to test out several brands and models. My favourite irons, on looks, feel and forgiveness was Mizuno JPX 921 Hot Metal. I actually ended up buying a set of 5-PW

[@Thataintnothing]

Have the Same set 4- PW , Love them

[@jimanderson578]

I too purchased the Mizuno 921 hot metal..Simply the best ! I tried everything....

[@Ali-ej8ln]

I just bought these irons for my wife. She loves how they feel how the ball lunches off the club face THANK YOU Peter for this review

[@thomasroesch2889]

Hi Pete, great vid, like always! Got myself fitted with the Titleist T 300 when they were introduced. Love them. Don’t think I‘ll ever bother to get other irons. Good and reliable distance control almost regardless where you hit the clubface. But it would certainly be an interesting experience to see you play a few holes with the Wilson irons vs. your fitted blades.

[@andrewbutcher3391]

I was fitted with a set of Titleist irons. I hit a few balls then the fitter gave me a club…every shot straight….I asked him what he’d given me….1/2 inch longer…2 degrees upright….stiff shafts….Changed my game and my handicap! I asked him…”How on Earth did you know to give me that spec?”….”It’s my job”….he replied nonchalantly…..I loved those irons until arthritis got me…..

[@sydn53]

I’m a 10 hcp & 68 years old. I have Cleveland HB Launcher in 4-6 & Cleveland UHX 7-PW. Very very forgiving & so easy to hit.

[@billm4149]

Still using my TM Burner 2.0 irons. Very good performance for me. Have played the P790 irons and love them but can't quite make the move. Specs are very similar but the swing weights, D3 vs D2 respectively, is noticeable.

[@Ross23J]

I have the P770s best irons I've ever had

[@HVACKABOOM]

I finally embraced sanity and put my blades in the cupboard a few years back in favour of game improvement clubs. Joy factor and scores are way better. For an amateur every little bit helps. Great video.

[@davidhughes854]

Great review Peter. Been playing less than a year myself so forgiveness very important to me. After using some cheap Wilson Deep Red to get me up and running and have now upgraded to Callaway Mavrik Max (all second hand of course!). Wouldn't bother me one bit about how the clubs looked, as long as they helped me play a bit better. 👍⛳

[@brianminnotte9688]

Heyyyooo Peter Finch love all the content!! Can’t wait for a course vlog!!

[@peterfinchgolf]

Thanks Brian

[@njc964]

I absolutely love my Cobra Radspeed irons. Huge distance. Good forgiveness

[@stevesomeone486]

Just bought mizuno 921 hot metals to replace 900 forged as I wanted more forgiveness , launch and a bit more length as I get older . I know they are strong lofted but the launch , spin ,descent angle all just work so well . Put ego aside and use what helps .

[@keithjoslin6875]

Hey Peter just wanted to say thank you! As I was watching your video here love the content by the way. But I watched your swing and I noticed an error in my own follow through swing. And I imitated your follow-through finish on your swing. Not only did I gain 15 yd distance with my irons I also lessened the strain on my back is to the way I was finishing with the head of my club touching my back pocket. And also my ball flight is not as insanely high LOL. Thank you again from Arkansas here in the USA, and thank you for sharing your God-given talent!!

[@larryd4352]

I have two sets of irons, my Wilson Staff Fluid Feel irons from the 1960's....which I strengthened the lofts by 3° and 3° upright and almost 2.5" longer, as I am 6'6". I play with them every now and then, just to beat some of the Senior Golfers I play with! My other set is my NIKE Slingshot Irons, also 2.5" longer and 3° upright. No extra strengthening...these irons are still amazing. Straight, forgiving...etc! Oh...I don't use a driver, I use a 13.5° 3 wood, a 5 wood & 7 wood. I am 66 years old...don't play in comps any more unless it's against other Senior golfers. I still carry a 9.5...not the 3 that I carried for several decades, but my back was healthy and my left knee has not cartilage left!

[@timklein8855]

Thanks for the great review. I purchased the PXG 0211 Z hybrid irons. They are awesome too! Bringing back the fun for occasional and high handicapper like me!

[@kennethng1740]

I respect your honest review despite it not being the popular choices. Information was good

[@Hosstache]

This was the funniest video you’ve done!!! “Mary Poppins on kite day!!!” And the bit at the end in why don’t I have a set of these Wilson’s was great!!!!!

[@raphjames6930]

Currently using taylormade r7 tp irons. Old-ish but still look pretty sleek and they’re forgiving without being chunky. Really good

[@dylanwebb2]

I'm on their Burner 2.0s, cheap and forgiving

[@ChaseWatkins.]

Same. 👍🏻

[@nicholaslandis596]

Speedblades for me

[@winstonsmith11]

@@nicholaslandis596 My Dad uses those, too. Compared to my blades, they're absolute rocket launchers.

[@AW-xv7dq]

1st gen M2 irons - work them into your combo set. Something like 6 iron and up. INCREDIBLE!

[@erny95]

Srixon zx5 irons feel amazing, forgiving, look amazing and are massively underrated and nobody ever really talks about them

[@cossiekris1986]

Just put a set in my bag a few weeks ago. Absolutely love them.

[@erny95]

@@cossiekris1986 so underrated, I love mine 👌🏼

[@jmiddlefinger]

I’ve always really been pleased with all of the Srixon products I’ve played with and would love to add the zx5 irons to my bag. Sadly, the kids need to eat like every day, so it’ll be a while

[@davidsimmons7769]

Hi Pete can you do a video of most forgiving irons over the last 20 years, to see if there really has been an improvement?

[@tylercady3985]

I'm thinking about getting fit for new irons in a few months when I get the money together. I was looking at the Stealth irons so this video came at the perfect time

[@sethbingman1]

I tried out the stealth irons and didn't see a crazy difference from the burner 2.0 irons I have. It's good to see TaylorMade making more forgiving irons again though as the burner sets are hard to come by

[@clashwithtk0n516]

I did the exact same thing. Went from Burner 2.0 to the new black limited edition stealths. Not a huge difference but they look great lol

[@simonlee1627]

I'm looking at buying a new set of game improvement irons so this is super helpful. Love the channel, great content as always

[@simonlvdal9226]

I’ve been playing since July/August last year, fell in love with the game and bought some used Ping i210’s (4-W) just after Christmas. And I’ve been hitting them more consistent and better than any forgiving iron I’ve tried. They’ve made golf more fun! Currently hitting my 4 iron a little further than 200 yards.

[@devonvo_snc]

Been using the Cleaveland CG16 irons. its sooooooo damn good!

[@irn-bruce]

I'm at the "bogey golf on a good day" level (trying to get down to a solid mid-low teens handicap and I'll be happy ) and I stumbled across a well-priced (AUD 300) set of second hand Cleveland 588 MT irons last year (all are the MT variant of the 588 series: 4 to PW). They may have come out 10 years ago, but seem to have been a bit ahead of their time: muscle-backed (to cover up the cavity) but titanium, to keep the weight down and with a forged face. Lower handicappers would probably hate them, with the chunky top line, the visible "@rse" on the 4/5/6 irons, and there is a loss of feel around the greens - but that's something I've learned to manage. The straightest face I use for short bump and runs is the 9 iron, and I've got used to the "chunkiness" of using it. But, combining the short irons in the set with a couple of proper "grown up" bladed wedges (a 52 degree Callaway and 58 degree Cleveland) seems to work well. I'm not a big hitter, so that gapping of 45 degree PW, 52 GW and 58 S/LW is something I can work with and "feel" my way around. I love these irons for full shots, though. Their chunkiness behind the ball (without being ridiculous) gives me a lot of confidence, and I love the solid "thunk" when I hit the ball well. And off-centre strikes (which I have a lot of :-) ) aren't punished too much at all. I have a high spinny ball flight anyway, so I get the stop I need on the greens (on the rare occassions I hit greens from distance! :-) ) . These Cleveland 588 MTs have definitely helped me improve. Onwards and upwards!

[@davidbentz2122]

I still game the Ping Karsten irons circa 2015. They are extremely forgiving and you can get a set cheap!

[@coobay4786]

I play the Ping G Max witch are very similar to the Karsten's. Best irons I've ever played.

[@Wedehawk]

Im using the Inesis 500 because i saw them in your video. I love them so far they are pretty consistent for me even when i misshit the ball (which happens alot) im a 54 handicap just started last year and will be playing my first tournaments next week and im happy im playing with them and not my irons from before.

[@peterfinchgolf]

Love those clubs

[@stingersallday]

I've wanted to try these ever since I saw Pete's video but can't find them anywhere in the US not even ebay.

[@morgreh]

I have a set of Arnold Palmer APX Extra Distance Oversized irons from 1997. Cavity backs. I've used them for 25 years. Got them after the 4 iron in my Arnold Palmer golf club set (including cart bag) that I bought for $179 at K-Mart in 1994 or 1995 broke. Company sent me the whole new upgraded APX set, including graphite shaftered driver, 3 and 5 woods (original Palmer set had steel shafted driver and woods). I've played the Palmer APX irons ever since. I have upgraded my driver to a Cobra F9 Speedback and Cobra Speed LD/F 3 and 5 woods from 2008. Also had a 2007 Cobra Speed LD/F 9.0 degree driver that is still the most forgiving driver I have ever hit.

[@henrydempsey8786]

Great review as always 👍My old X-18s Calloway's are still one of the best forgiving irons I have hit ever. Thanks Pete 😊

[@toddrobison8929]

Just bought a set of the p790s and got dynamic gold 105 shafts and Winn dry tech grips. 6 rounds in and I love these things

[@darrenviney2370]

Love the Wilson pick! Bought myself some D9 irons this winter and I bloody love them. So forgiving and easy to launch. Wilson do make quality clubs for the money.

[@Pulse2AM]

Those are the ones I might buy when the time comes, good price and good clubs I'm told.

[@burhanuddin670]

It's a good iron set. I had mine. It's help me a lot. Look a like the taylormade stealth but come with cheaper price

[@markrolofs8866]

I got to say the TaylorMade mcgb irons from a few years back are awesome. Its hard to hit a bad shot even for a 8 handicap. Simply put it's like having a bag full of drivers. Great video Pete, and I would love to see u play a 1v1 match with launchpads.

[@jessejohnson418]

I have a set that I just replaced with the stealths , my last round with the mcgb was my best ever , it was a three double 80 , what a nice send off and just confirming that I will not be selling the old set but keep them for back up. Both are great clubs

[@briancurren7033]

That's why I love my Cleveland uhx irons. They look good and are very forgiving

[@nicbot]

I bought Titleist T300 irons last year. Much more forgiving than my old set of hand-me-downs and the jumbo grips on them feel a lot more comfortable.

[@timothybevis6095]

I need a very forgiving irons. Those Wilson's will definitely get a test from me. Thanks Pete

[@idle-swaygaming_3496]

I just found a titleist ap3 PW at my golf mart. I've never felt anything like it. I've been golfing for 20 years and have never had name brand clubs but I'm blown away how amazing and smooth it is...

[@CanadianBiPolarBear]

If your a lefty i got an entire set of ap3 foor sale

[@idle-swaygaming_3496]

@@CanadianBiPolarBear right handed unfortunately but thanks though

[@CanadianBiPolarBear]

@@idle-swaygaming_3496 no worries , there a good club but i switched to a srixon zx7 which is a great club

[@marcu5aurel1us28]

I purchased Wilson Staff D9 irons and I swear they’ve taken about 4-5 strokes off my play. I upgraded from some terrible blades from the 2000’s. I swear I’m hitting so many more greens with these irons and even mis hits tend to go further and more straight. Also the price was an insane deal compared to the big boys, highly highly recommended these irons if your a 80-100 shooting golfer.

[@joshuagriffiths8136]

This video is so awesome... I use callaway big Bertha b21 irons, so forgiving on bad strikes

[@68mullen]

Returning togolf in my 50's after a very very long gap.... bought set of Cleveland Launcher HB Turbo irons off ebay...... looooove them. I know that people look at them in disgust but I dont care!!!!

[@GHOSTOFEIGHT]

The opening statement is more fact than people are ready to hear. I never understood why people who are mediocre golfers would want to buy clubs that make the game harder for them. Unless you're shooting close to par all the time, stay with "game improvement" irons. Hell, even most scratch players don't need to get "blades" etc. I am using Ping g425 with a 10-15 handicapp.

[@sugaaloop]

i do it with the goal of improving my strike. i want the feedback of an off center hit

[@brzk_]

and you want a game to be challenging, like a videogame in that sense. of course not so much that you get frustrated but playiong on easy mode just gets boring after a while. of course thats not everyone, but the majority of players think that way i would imagine, not that i know lol

[@kylebreeden]

Taylormade Burner 2.0 are some of the best looking forgiving irons I've used. Love them.

[@akivarubinstein9648]

I play those same Wilson's! I am 53 now, and yet hitting it better and longer.

[@colinbremner9030]

hi Pete, loving the content as usual. i have always wanted to take up the game but alas i am as usually skint and sadly can't afford a set of clubs . I have came up with a cracking idea for a series for your you-tube channel. taking a complete novice golfer giving me, oops i mean him a set of nice forgiving golf clubs and seeing how far I ,oops i've done it again i meant they can improve over so many golf lessons from a pro like yourself. surely that would improve the subscribers to the already top notch golf channel.

[@matthewschlaack5238]

Oh my goodness Pete thank you so much! I actually was looking at buying these clubs and I was hoping someone would come out with a video on these and I’m just so happy that it’s my favorite golf KZbinr! Good luck on this season mate we are all cheering for you

[@peterfinchgolf]

Cheers pal, which irons? The Wilsons?

[@matthewschlaack5238]

@@peterfinchgolf yes the Wilsons, I know they are pretty ugly behind the ball but I just started golfing last year and have a bit of a problem thinning and chunking my irons and after your awesome video it basically has me sold!

[@Garbox80]

@@matthewschlaack5238 Suggestion; if you have some less forgiving ones now, don't ditch them, but once you get your game going with those Wilsons, start practicing with your old ones too, at least every now and then. That way you can improve your hitting while still enjoying the gaming part fully.

[@matthewschlaack5238]

@@Garbox80 That’s a great idea thank you! Then once I get better I can trade in the launchpads!

[@rileypoint6579]

@@matthewschlaack5238 if you wanna save some bucks you can look at Cleveland launcher hb’s as well. Same idea they’ve been out for a few generations now tho. Buying new clubs is always a treat tho so I get that too

[@AreJay2006]

I bought a set of Mizuno JPX 921 Hot Metals and as a newer golfer I love them!

[@tedsegura2382]

Ordered my TaylorMade Stealth's a few weeks ago. Ready to get on the course after playing same clubs for many years.

[@alexholden8074]

For some reason I went with the PXG 0211 - definitely could have (and probably should have) spent less, but they are very nice looking behind the ball and are pretty forgiving. I badly thinned an 8-iron the other day from 140 and still ended up about 10 ft. There's also a PXG shop near me so I was able to get fitted, not sure I would recommend these without a fitting.

[@michaelhill2933]

I went with the 0211dc and im pretty dissapointed, they arent as forgiving as my nike vrs x from like 10 years ago. A little off the heel and its like 20 yards short, massive differences in ball speed depending on where you hit them on the face. My 8 iron can fluctuate between 80mph ball speed and 115mph. Ive hit it 130y on a heel strike and ive hit it like 180 on a pure strike. They are teaching me to hit the middle though

[@paulsummerside]

When I played lots of golf and before the long layup of my game due to job moves and area moves, then of course the arthritis, which further has delayed my return to golf my irons were a set of Ping S57 irons. I still love those irons, but hardly the most forgiving… plenty of feedback…. And on my return to the game perhaps need to be at least temporarily retired in favour of some more forgiving irons. So, any of the three sets mentioned would be great. Albeit necessarily in the graphite shafts and very cushioned grips to further protect; hands, wrists and elbows even more. What I personally would be looking for are irons preferably sub £200 second hand for irons a couple or a few years old or more that are as forgiving as the ones looked at here, but where the technology is no less advanced.

[@bennorris3712]

I play HB turbo irons and they have made golf a lot more fun for me.

[@Softouch333]

Fun review. For me, Cobra Air X. More traditional lofts. High MOI and low CG, more compact head. Slightly higher swing speeds. $$

[@nozza87]

I’m using Callaway X-Series 416 irons. Never heard of them before I was about to buy them. Really forgiving and ideal for a high handicapper like me!

[@domodonnell5842]

Great vid. Love the enthusiasm! I went for a fitting last week. Chose the Stealths. Cobra’s came a very close second. Big step up from Wilson Matrix (very cheap high MOI).

[@woogie2901]

I found the Stealths to be pretty good too, but had the best results (on a simulator) with the Srixon ZX5's - same distance, but higher launch and higher spin. Fairly consistent too, even with my pretty inconsistent ball striking. Was weird to hit 170-180 metres with a 7 iron though... Bit stronger lofted than my 20+ year old cavitys I'm currently using - I usually pick my current 7 iron for a 150-160m shot.