Trusting a 9-iron would be enough now that was fun. Because of GolfWRX, I am able to do both about golf, my favorite subject. I went to a Titleist rep and he suggested I have them bent 2 degrees stronger and they play the same but about 7 to 9 yards longer. Titleist Mens AP2 714 Irons feature: Set includes: #3 thru PW (46) #4 thru PW (46) #4 thru W1 (50) Available separately: W1 (50) More carry distance from higher launching, low center of gravity long irons and thicker face, flatter launching short irons Solid feel through the set from the progressive center of gravity (lower in the long irons) I am a 62 y.o. They are very attractive and a very fun iron. I thought the M2 7-iron would look clunkier than it really is. I am 510, 185. While I dont think Ill be putting either model in play, I can definitely see the appeal for mid-to-high handicaps. Again for the blade length, the 714 AP2 is one of the highest MOI irons in the market and even for low single figure players this is going to give benefits. Learn how your comment data is processed. Just need some more reps and I will be comfortable. Both better players and mid-handicap golfers looking to improve will appreciate the feedback these clubs provide. I found they play about a club shorter than my old clubs. The M2 isa definite game improvement iron, while the M1 was similar in size and shape to my previous irons, Titleist AP1s. So much for being bought and sold by Taylormade. M1 feels softer than the M2 and I felt the ball flight was more consistent and what I want in an iron. Ball SHOT off the face, loud crack (didnt care for it, but not too bad) and ball just kept rising and rising but didnt balloon. We also want to thank those of you who provided feedback on the voting process itself. M2 flies very high. Its not often that you pick up a golf club and develop an almost instant chemistry with next to no adjustment period, but this is exactly what happened with me and the 714 AP2. I must say the M2 did not look as bulky, or have as much offset as I thought it might have. Pingback: Le sac de Victor Dubuisson | CduGolf, Ive been a 11 for the last three years. With some practice, I had luck hitting knock down 7-iron shots, but I didnt completely conquer the wedge. However the 4-iron is so easy to hit that you may want the 3. Got fitted today and went with the AP1 with graphite. I went in wanting the AP2 with steel and walked out with an order for AP1 with graphite. 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. Each of the clubs were built with the stock lofts and shafts M2 2017 (28.5 degrees) with a TaylorMade Reax shaft, and M1 2017 (30.5 degrees) with a True Temper Dynamic Gold S300 shaft and the testers were instructed to post their review of the clubs here. The 714 AP2 features more meaningful changes under the skin, but not so major that they change the characteristics of the AP2 chassis that has been so successful. Bottom Line: Titleist engineers had a very difficult task: improve what many golfers believed to be the leaders in their respective segments. (I hit the 714 CBs too during my fitting, actually slightly better on the range, from just a pure numbers standpoint, but I think over time the lack of forgiveness could hurt my scoring). Same with being low on the face or a few grooves high. http://www.titleist.com/golf-clubs/irons/AP2.aspx. In the longer and mid irons, Titleist used a high density tungsten to raise the MOI making for more forgiveness while not sacrificing workability . Like a few reviews above, I purchased a near new set of AP2 714's and they are plush! I wonder if I could get away with the AP-2s Maybe a combo set? As with any other forged club, 714 AP2s are not the most forgiving clubs you have ever hit (but they may be the most forgiving clubs in their class). Besides the finish being a little bit different, the difference between the M1 and M2 is actually pretty small. I know this accounts for the distance gain but the ball definitely comes off hot compared to my set. As mentioned previously, the Titleist AP2 irons blew me away with their appearance as soon as I saw them in hand. Fed-Specs Co generates approximately USD 190,000 in revenue annually, and employs around 4 people at this location. titleist ap2 714 from golf digest. The M2, on the other hand, is an iron on steroids. Am I making a good move??? I feel more confident in trying to work the ball with the M1. Each iron has been designed with different sized cavities depending on the loft and some like the 8 and 9 irons do not feature any tungsten at all, whereas the pitching wedge gas 12.5 grams of the stuff. John: Above: A 714 AP1 iron, compared the Titleists 714 MB blade irons. I was able to get fit for them at the TPI Oceanside facility in California. Hi Todd for some reason, Titleist changed their website to remove the specs on the 714 AP2. Each of the TW737 models have the same minimal amount of offset, creating a relatively straight edge from the shaft out to the toe. www.titleist.com//titleist-introduces-new-ap1-and-ap2-irons, Titleist Response to USGA / R&A Distance Insights. If you are getting up in years or not playing as much, it will bring some confidence back. Not digging the black paint on the AP2. Please, stick with the AP1s; being a 15 hdcp, youll love playing the 1s more because of them being game improvement irons. (20-25 rounds)Put them back in my garage! Tue, 15 Apr 2014. Titleist AP irons are precision engineered for optimum flight and distance, with increased forgiveness to help you hit it close. I need also to applaud the stock True Temper XP 95 shafts both my the 714 AP1 and AP2 irons came equipped with. And the changes to new AP2s set the bar even higher for what just might be the best forged cavity-back irons in golf. I was surprised that the M2 was the winner in this brief session. Titleist AP1 714 Irons. Being a northern golfer means that the release of the 714 irons came right at the end of my season. Whether golfers actually play pretty clubs or not, we all appreciate equipment that looks pretty enough to be hung on the wall. Titleist AP2 714 Irons Category: Better-Player Irons Price: $1,100, steel; $1,300, graphite WE TESTED: 4-PW with True Temper XP 95 steel shaft and True Temper Dynamic Gold steel shaft KEY. I decided on the TW737-Vs because I wanted the extra performance and forgiveness. I think these clubs will be big winners with the mid-to-high handicap set. Is this going to be a problem? 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 The sole and topline are not paper thin, but they definitely have the appearance someone looking for a players club wants. 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). While I hit the AP2 712 irons really well, I hit the AP2 714 irons even better although the Titleist 718 AP2s are my favorite! Ball stays high in the air for awhile. In this Testing Thread, we selected 75 members to test a TaylorMade M1 2017 7-iron and TaylorMade M2 7-iron. . Visual first impressions:The M1 7-iron is visually appealing to me as far as the finish and overall look. I just traded in my old 712 AP1s for a new set of 714 AP1s. The sound and feel is excellent and it retains the characteritics of a mid-sized forged iron whilst playing like an oversized cavity back. The shorter irons are still forgiving, but the raised CoG and 1 stronger lofts make for a little flatter trajectory for players looking to avoid the dreaded balloon ball. 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. Thanks for the info. Club felt lively and fun. I know they are jacked lofts but it feels good to say my 7 irons just few 190-200 yards!. The AP2 line has gone from a slightly hollow feeling iron to a really solid sensation at impact. 716 AP2 irons use extreme high density tungsten weighting to position the center of gravity low and perfectly aligned at impact for more speed. www.titleist.com//titleist-introduces-new-ap1-and-ap2-irons, Titleist Response to USGA / R&A Distance Insights. Hit the M1 next, and same type of feel when hit solid. Price: $1,100, steel; $1,300, graphite The size of the head is on the smaller side for a GI iron. Titleist AP2 714 5-PW Iron Set Right Stiff Flex Dynamic Gold S300 Steel # 151687. No real loss of distance and the ball just wants to stay online. Stick with TT Dynalite Gold XPs or try the new TT 95 lightweigt shafts? The M1 did have a harsher feeling in my hands than I typically like, but Im going to credit a lot of that to the range balls. With that correction, the pro assuaged any fears I had of moving to a blade-like club. It was somewhat difficult to keep shots down with the AP1s, but then again, I had very little problem getting a ball into the air, even with the long irons. I like to hit the ball different heights for different shots and I dont think I could do that confidently with the M2, but I could with the M1. I find it easier to set up and align clubs with less offset, so I like this a lot. 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. On course action:They both feel solid. Love the feel of them but not seeing much distance gain over previous Cleveland irons. View the Custom Options Book Shaft Performance Guide. It sounds like Sophie has found her new fairway wood Titleist's brand new fairway model is seriously hot, Purflex offers more distance than ever in a forgiving Ping package, Cobra pursue new levels of speed and distance with Aerojet irons. GolfWRX Forum Members sign up to test the latest and greatest products in golf, and then they provide in-depth reviews on the equipment. 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). Initially on the range I was scared because the M1 had a regular flex in it, so I took it easy for my initial 10-15 swings with it. The M1 wasnt a great performer for me. 2 hybrids wedge and a scotty Newport putter. There was some there before, but this additional weight in the toe helps with forgiveness and stability. Not surprisingly, my launch angle and peak height with the TW737-Vs was slightly lower across the board. The lofts for both irons are a degree or two stronger than mine, so I would think they probably flew a little further than my gamers. Also got a driver. However if you are low single figure player who does not shape this then having the set or even 4-7 iron in AP2s and the rest in CBs could create a wonderful set. The AP1 short irons are 2 degrees stronger than their AP2 counterparts. The 714 AP1s provide additional distance and forgiveness to golfers who are willing to sacrifice some feel and control. 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. And thank you for looking out for us lefties. FEEL: Its how a forged iron should feel butter through the ball; admirable stability, with a low, muted thud at impact; refined feedback; a nice improvement over its predecessor. See What Members Are Saying! A shorter hitter may prefer a slightly hotter iron; a few guys find that off-center hits are penalized and clearly fly shorter than solid strikes. The M2 could almost pass as a players iron to my eye at address. Even though it is classified as a players iron, it doesnt seem so tiny that it would be tough to hit. I will try and see if I can locate both a 5 iron and 9 iron to see if a full set might be a winner for me. They not only understand the technology used in the latest golf equipment, but they also test new clubs extensively. BOTTOM LINE: For the second year running, the AP2 714 gets high marks across the board. I love my 545s, but I could see myself playing M2 very easily. We both played amazing. Feels and sounds quite nice to my ears at impact. Looks: As expected, I preferred the M1 with less offset, slightly smaller sole and a smoother finish. I had two 3 puts on the front 9 and shot a 41. And the AP2s steep price tag, $1099, will have price-conscious buyers looking elsewhere. You dont just go pick up a set on a whim and give it a try. Most shots I hit with it seemed to fall out of the sky (very likely a lack of spin). I sampled the AP2 at a local range and was all over the place. Titleist 714 AP2 offset By Decibel, August 9, 2021 in WRX Club Techs Reply to this topic Start new topic Decibel Advanced Members 152 The term click gets used a lot when describing golf club sounds, but current clubs just dont make that same click the classic high-end blade irons did so many years ago. I found a Titliest fitting center (who fits for any brand) and we hit balls to an outdoor range first off mats and instruments and then off real grass hitting Pro V1s. I think being fitted by a Titleist rep is the most important part of buying these clubs. Feel wise, there was very little difference between the AP1 and AP2. That is about to change. December 29, 2016 at 07:32 PM Buttery feel on contact, same accuracy, higher ball flight, incredibly easy to get the ball in the air. No regrets here with going AP2s. And how lovely are the ap2s. The extra strength is said to increaseball speed and forgiveness. 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. But I could see how some people may like how they frame the ball. I predict going to a 10 or lower handicap before summers end! You earn it. As a lefty, finding a forged CB players club isnt an easy thing. $389.99 USD Calculate Shipping. Now granted my eyesight isnt that great anymore, but it looked like I got about 10-15 yards more from the M2 compared to my Wilson D300. Titleist improved on an already great iron no matter how you play, this club can make you better. The 718, although it has the Titleist click, feels like a solid one piece iron. GolfWRX has given me incredible opportunities to live out a fantasy that I could never have dreamed of. www.titleist.com//titleist-introduces-new-ap1-and-ap2-irons. Since their introduction in 2007, the AP2 series has been almost synonymous with players irons. 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