The only thing I didnt like about the M2 was how much I was able to turn it over. At least offer, Sensicore. The feel of the Titleist AP2 is as good as it gets. I think someone like myself (9 index) still doesnt have the ball striking ablility to use the AP2 as it was designed and would be more of an ego thing. I dont have access to a launch monitor, but it was about a 20-yard difference between my gamer 7 iron and these (stronger lofts, as well). One surprise was the inclusion of a Gap Wedge. That was proved by sales of the irons, which in 2013 became Titleists No. Cleveland TA7 loft = 33.5. Surprisingly forgiving and easy to hit. There was some there before, but this additional weight in the toe helps with forgiveness and stability. December 29, 2016 at 07:32 PM But shots hit fat and toward the hosel were a little more punishing than those hit with the AP1s. An innovative co-forged construction with high density tungsten low and on the perimeter increases moment of inertia for speed on off-center hits. Not painful, just felt very dead. Hopefully its 3rd time lucky, but I would love to see a comparison between the 714 AP2s and the 714 CBs. Titleist also narrowed the soles of the short irons, and made the faces thicker to raise the irons CG. In hand, the Titleist AP2 irons are one of the most impressive-looking set of golf clubs I have ever seen. There is very minimal offset and the length of the club head from heel to toe isjust right. They both really launch it, high and far. However, the differences were not as great as one might expect. View the Custom Options Book Shaft Performance Guide Specifications Stock Shaft & Grip Nippon NS Pro 950 GH Flexes: R, S Weight: 94.5g-98g Torque: 2.0 Launch: High True Temper Dynamic Gold AMT Flexes: S200 The thing I have had to adjust is that they seem to be one stronger than my old set. My favorite moment came at anisland-green par-3, No. I could see as the fitting progressed tHat the ball-striking moved to more and more center. Photos: 5 iron soles of the 714 AP2 (left) and the 712 AP2 (right). I loved the stability and accuracy I experienced with the shaft. So much for being bought and sold by Taylormade. Finally, my ball striking marks were about a nickel in size on the center. when can we order custom sets..Cant wait..question I want to try the kbs c taper shafts.Im 60 years old and still play project X 6.5.index 3.8.hit a 7 iron 175-180..should I go x or s+ in the kbs..Thanks for the info Pros:The ultra forgiving long irons and compact short irons make the new AP1s one of the most attractive sets in their category. With other irons Ive tested, it is easy to know if I hit the extreme toe or heel side. My 714 AP!s were delivered today. We assure you that we read and consider everything, and were going to continue to improve our process in order to provide the best and most useful information about the latest golf equipment. Couldnt believe how a near-top still traveled to nearly the front edge in the air and still went as far as the M1 did on a good strike Final thoughts: Was very happy with the distance I gained with the M2 compared to my current gamer. I am not judging I mishit a lot of shots at first. When I get to the point where the new AP1s are too easy to hit or I cant hit my normal draw and 2 times a round fade, i will think about moving to forged clubs. Are they blades? Take it one step further, Ive also been looking toput forged clubs in the bag and make the move to the better-player iron category, but I was hesitant for a variety of reasons. Great looking club but not Titleist best effort. I ended up with my set 1* upright and 1* strong. Thoughts? To be honest, looking down on the TaylorMade M1 and M2 irons at address, there is really not much difference. View the Custom Options Book Shaft Performance Guide, Flexes:R,SWeight:94.5g-98gTorque:2.0Launch:High, Flexes:S200 Weight: 110g-128g Torque:2.1, 1.5 Launch: Low. Stock Info The 714 AP1s are available in one of three stock shafts ( True Temper XP95, Kuro Kage 65 or Kuro Kage 50) and the Titleist Tour Velvet Grip. It was such a pleasant surprise that I had a very brief urge to ask myself if I was ready to change my preconceived ideas about GI clubs. The phone number for Fed-Specs Co is (714) 828-1400. John: Hi How do you top perfection? I felt like it was launching too high and ballooning, which could be due to the shaft (the M1 had the S300, while the M2 just had a stock Reax shaft). Update My Bag Not a Team Titleist Member? Water Services Standard Specifications; 11 x 17 UWM Standard Plan Blank Drawings (DWG) On course action:They both feel solid. The numbers were there as was the performance. That is about to change. I love the high ball flight on the range, but I have a concern what that ball flight would be like on the course. Buttery feel on contact, same accuracy, higher ball flight, incredibly easy to get the ball in the air. The subtle changes from the 712s to the 714s are just enough to notice the benefits on the course yet still feel in that comfort zone with these irons. My handicap is 16, so Im absolutely in need of improvement but not sure if I want to go with the AP1. I asked a fellow member at our club to hit both and he felt the M1 was his preferred model, and he is a 20-index player. Of the two 7 irons I prefer the M1. I really don't know why, except to say that it seemed to coincide with Jordan Spieth's decision in 2016 to play with the 714 AP2's rather than the 716 version -- until recently. The launch monitor data backed up what I was seeing on the course. Everything about the shotfelt perfect. All Rights Reserved. The 714 AP2 irons offer even better looks and feel than previous models, and their progressive design (lower CG long irons, stronger-lofted short irons) give them the distance previous models lacked. I really don't know why, except to say that it . A variety of stock shafts are available and include the NS Pro 950GH, Dynamic Gold AMT, Modus3 Tour, and Vizard 160. In recent years, I have been usinga forged Vega wedge,also an iconic Japanese brand. And the striking beauty of both the AP1 and AP2 714s is a wonderful icing on the cake. The M2 definitely felt better for me and I felt more confident with it in my hands. Thank you Titleist. The exceptional feel continued. I set another down and I paid attention to how it looked behind the ball, not much offset for a game improvement and I thoughtI could actually play this club!The 5-7 were EASY swings, aimed at a target of 170 yards away (my normal 7 iron distance) and with a EASY swing I was flying it by 20 yards or so. I started with the 11-iron because how often do you get to hit a club stamped with an 11? As a result, the AP1 714 irons underwent an extensive redesign. I just hope the sole is really narrower and the offset is not as noticable. Why no shaft options? Titleist improved on an already great iron no matter how you play, this club can make you better. We have edited each of the posts for brevity, clarity and grammar. Are you pleased with them to this point? I am currently a 3 handicap. The most advanced, solid feeling and forgiving Tour played irons weve ever made. Those arent big numbers, but they are an improvement. The 2s are more of a players iron; youve got to have game to consistently hit them. As soft as the AP2 is, the feel is extremely responsive and very lively. Both irons had a higher trajectory than my gamer 7 iron. I played cavity back cast irons for 30 years (several DCI models & Tommy Armour 845s) I am 62 and have lost a lot of distance over the years, so I decided to try forged clubs. Very forgiving on slight mishits. Above: The soles of the AP1 irons get slimmer as the irons get shorter. Is this going to be a problem? I thought, whoa, thats not what I expecteddid it againanother CRACK and the ball just flew. One GolfWRX member said he was weak in the knees from first look at the satin finish and compact size, and that the feel is excellent, and theres just enough forgiveness. Another said the JPX-900 Tour irons are the best irons out there right now in terms of blending feel, forgiveness, and the ability to shape shots., Full List:The Best Players Irons of 2017, I cant say I have ever hit anything that feels as good as the PXG., With more 21 percent of votes for the Best Exotics Players Irons of 2017, PXGs 0311T irons were described by GolfWRX members as a great looking club, and that they felt unbelievable. When comparing the irons to Titleists 716 MB irons, one member said, The fact that you can barely tell if it has or doesnt have more offset than the MB 7 iron just shows how little it has., Full List:The Best Exotic Players Irons of 2017, Apex CF is simply the most explosive, best feeling iron Ive ever hit in this category., Acquiring nearly 20 percent of votes of all models in the Best Game-Improvement Iron category, GolfWRX Members described the Callaway Apex CF 16 irons as simply the most explosive, and that they perform very well on center hits and almost as good on mishits., Full List: The Best Game-Improvement Irons of 2017, The Ping G takes what Ping has done for years and added in increased ball speed, improved feel and much better looks.. Better players were also attracted to the AP2s ability to deliver a higher trajectory than one-piece forged irons, which resulted in longer carries and softer landings. With the 3 and 4-irons, toe shots generatedquite a bit more left spin, but heel shots didnt really impact the flight. My life's work is being an associate professor of accountancy at a fine midwestern, Catholic university, Newman University in Wichita, Kan. Like a few reviews above, I purchased a near new set of AP2 714's and they are plush! To gather their votes and feedback, we as acompany first neededto properly sort the irons into categories. They look and feel great, and the performance and playability is better than the blade like look presents. Brand: Titleist. Equipment counts courtesy of Sports MarketingSurveys & Darrell Survey. It doesnt have extreme grinds, but holding them up you can notice the rounder sole, which makes for better turf interaction. I was hitting Jason Day moonbombs with this bad boy. I am sure that it has something to do with all that carbon fiber but it does have a better sound. The lines are clean and sharp in some areas and smooth and rounded in others. LOOK: Sleek, high-dollar setup; a players club appearance despite all the forgiveness packed ingreat job of incorporating its technology; properly proportioned head doesnt intimidate or offend; oozes class and traditionalism. The M2 went out high in the air, and just kept going forever. Lost about 1 club distance and even good hits distance was all over the map. Each iron has been designed to match the loft so the long irons have thinner faces than the short irons with the upper cavity face being only 2.1mm thick. I have the original AP-1s from 2007 and Ive been looking to upgrade. purchsed a set of ping i20 irons only 6 months ago and have sent them back after the weights falling out of three of them (7/8/9) the last straw was that they all had started to split on the back edge, i believe that this is a on going problem, very dissapointed these are suppose to be the bees being american and all, wonder where they are made ? Pros:Incredible feel all the way through the bag. 2 hybrids wedge and a scotty Newport putter. It felt better, flew higher, easier to hit and about 1/2 club longer that my gamer Apex CF16. Titleist T100 Pros & Cons Pros: They can be a bit cheaper They played a bit longer They are a bit more forgiving They feel a bit more solid Higher launch angles Good for players with fast swing speeds Cons: They lack the spin control of the AP2's Not great for slower swing speeds Limited fitting options They don't look as clean at address M2 loft = 28.5 Many GolfWRX Memberswill already be familiar with Honma Golf, known for itsintricately crafted clubsand as one of the most prestigious, fastest-growing golf brands in the world. Being new to golf ( 4 months with 10 group lessons ) under my belt. The 9-iron had the biggest gap, but the TW737-Vs is also 2 degrees stronger. Compared to the forged 714 CB irons, the 714 AP2 irons will not give you as much feedback or be as easy to shape. Not a classic sound but very good considering what type of club it is Both clubs launch the ball high but I would not say they balloon. Loft: 30-degree Lie: 62.5-degree Length: 37.5". For more news that golfers everywhere are talking about, follow @si_golf on Twitter, like us on Facebook, and subscribe to our YouTube video channel. These irons offer considerable forgivenesson mishits, and their slightly stronger lofts generate plenty of distance for abetter-player forged iron. The forgiveness is excellent all the way through so you would have to say that the boffins at Titleist have got it right. You dont get that mushy marshmallow-y feeling often found in more forgiving forged carbon irons. Titleist 714 AP1 Iron Set. Compared to my Cleveland irons, they are 1 to 1.5 clubs longer. I cant figure it out. I am a real sweeper, but am starting to age and play less. That weight was then moved low and deep in the iron heads, lowering the irons already low center of gravity (CG) to offer a higher flight for more distance and forgiveness. Upgraded core technology takes tee-to-green performance to the next level, horny mature is having great time in yttaly's casting, dark haired beauty with big natural boobs" jerk off challenge, she knows how to jump up and down on thick cock. I am hitting my 9 iron 145-150 yards, that used to be my 8 iron. I was very concerned about going to AP2s. She went ladys graphite. Since the Titleist AP2 714 irons arrived when we had snow in the ground in MN, I first got them in play in Palm Desert, CA. Not a huge fan of the fluted hosel since it can be seen at address. I know this accounts for the distance gain but the ball definitely comes off hot compared to my set. Besides the finish being a little bit different, the difference between the M1 and M2 is actually pretty small. Im a 13-14 handicap, down from 20+ only a year ago and dropping still. Couldn't be more pleased. Ive never been a high ball hitter. I got most of my distance back, they are very forgiving for a forged club, nice appearance at address even on the 4 iron, and very easy to swing. Cant rock my Clevelands with those new shiny AP2s in the bag!! While the AP2s were somewhat punishing on distance forgiveness, they held their lines remarkably well. Copyright 2013-2023 Plugged In Golf. Accuracy really made us smile. I am not a huge fan of the bright-yellow badging, but I probably could get over it. Im not sure I can say much more than I have already said about the wonderful feel of the clubs (and for that matter, the surprisingly good feel of the 714 AP1s). I tested the TW737-Vs on SkyTrak against myTaylorMade RSi 2s using Bridgestone Tour B330 balls. I find it easier to set up and align clubs with less offset, so I like this a lot. I seem to be hitting my 714 AP 2s at least a club shorter than my 710 AP 1s, even on well struck shots. Of course, custom shaft and grip options are available. I had two 3 puts on the front 9 and shot a 41. And I did not find them to be overly large at address, especially compared to the 714 AP1s. Had a tendency to hit toward the toe, but also hit the ball all over the face. The M1 felt a tad thicker than most players irons Im used to, but it seemed to come with a bit of added forgiveness too. The REAX shaft felt a little weaker than the True Temper shaft and it flew a little higher but nothing else I could pick up. All in all, these clubs are very playable and forgiving on shots that miss the dead center of the clubface. I also maybe should have gotten a split set with AP1 4, 5 and maybe 6. 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