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Why We Like It

The T100 is the most-played iron on the PGA Tour, so it’s easy to see how some might view the T200 in a lesser light. Nothing could be more wrong. This club has undergone a substantial overhaul. A ball speed boost comes from a face that wraps around the sole for extra flex at impact. A more stable frame, dense tungsten weights and a revamped polymer core and support-bar structure behind the face improve ball-speed consistency on mis-hits, too. It’s no wonder some PGA Tour pros use these for their long irons.

Characteristics

Same blade length (and offset) as the T100 and T150 make blending sets easy.
The dual-tapered face design improves deflection and reduces dispersion.
A polymer core is positioned closer to the face for improved feel.
7-iron: 30.5 degrees; PW: 43 degrees

Highlights

Top 5 best sound/feel players-distance irons, low-handicaps
Top 5 best sound/feel players-distance irons, high-handicaps
Top 5 highest-flying players-distance irons, low-handicaps
Top 5 best-looking players-distance irons, all handicap groups
Top 5 best-rated players-distance irons, all handicap groups

Price

$200 per iron

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HOT LIST SCORE

The aggregate star rating of all three categories rounded to the nearest half star.

5.0

Performance

5.0

50%*

Innovation

4.5

30%*

Look / Sound / Feel

5.0

20%*

HOT LIST PLAYERS FEEDBACK

Ratings are based on players’ assessments in three key performance areas.

Sensory

Soft Feel

Firm Feel

Ball Flight

Lower, More Roll

Higher, More Carry

Playability

Workable

Forgiving

Reviews

1 / 3

Clean, compact head with a muted sound at impact. Ball springs off the face and has a higher ball flight. Slightly softer feel. Workable, but still has forgiveness built in.

RC, 62, Handicap: 7

2 / 3

The compact head helps me focus at address. Good feedback. It lets me know I'm making center-face contact. Forgiving, but I can still work the ball and flight shorter irons.

Wesley, 29, Handicap: +1

3 / 3

A lot of forgiveness in a compact package. Delightfully cradles the ball at setup and sends it through impact. Excellent performance. It cuts through the turf, has a springy face and juices your distances.

Scott, 36, Handicap: 14

Why Impact Is Critical to Your Iron Play

Consistent shot shape requires one skill above all others: the ability to make flush contact with the ball. It’s the No. 1 fundamental in golf, and without it, this game can be an eternal mystery. Here, Sean Hogan, one of Golf Digest’s Best Teachers in Florida, helps you improve your impact from tee to green.

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Why We Like It

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