MacGregor MT86 OS. astamm8: I still do not understand why MacGregor went from 9 to DS to 11 and never had anything called a 10. I did see an option for heads only, for those that wish to have their local shop build with a shaft of your choosing. Jack won two more majors while owner, and managed to release amazing clubs such as the oversized CG1800 irons, and the famous Response ZT putter. [quote name='PKMillerJr' timestamp='1323699792' post='3927435'] 1-17, 2-20, 3-24, 4-28, 5-32, 6-36, 7-40, 8-44, 9-48, PW-52. Is the construction similar? I realize that's true, but was there not a "standard." I believe that the first VIP's come on to the marketwas in about 1968 after Jack Nicklaus was signed by MacGregor and had a few wins under his belt. China can stamp out a club for a few bucks a head if youre not looking for the latest and greatest. Im very lucky to have a great relationship with Ian Woosnam, says Millington of the Welshman, former world No. Thank you! John is an aging, yet avid golfer, writer, 9-point-something handicapper living back home in New England after a 22-year exile in Minnesota. Hopefully MacGregor will be a Phoenix out of the ashes and become a World Brand again. M85 forged w/ T. T. Tourney regular flex shafts. 2 wood - 13 degree - 42 3/4" Amer also bought Wilson around the same time frame. TG Rating. anybody have this expierance?? (nearly as soft as forged carbon) the MT offers similar feel and response to McGregor's handcrafted forged irons. So when samples would come from the factories in Asia, hed react as any salesman would. "@type": "Organization", So who cares right? Wow! Clubs that are played need the poly or varnish refreshed occasionally. ins.style.minWidth = container.attributes.ezaw.value + 'px'; I realize that's true, but was there not a "standard." Now defunct Golfsmith purchased MacGregor for less than $2 million. 43. No 10 iron listed. please don't kill the line GolfsmithPLEASE!!!!!! Might you look at reviewing their hybrid iron set as part of the ultra-super game improvement clubs? but for $150 bucks its worth a try. Ideally Mid 50s to early 60s. When I decided to buy a set, I wanted to find an iron set that I could develop a relationship with, make a commitment to, so that my golf life would flourish. That's a big jump for a similar iron. And old clubs could be really brittle by now, esp in the necks. ping eye 2 Carbon steel irons for softer feel and fantastic performance Free shipping for many products! By the 1920s MacGregor committed to just golf, and had record breaking years mass producing golf clubs. I have studied and still use as a reference the Jim Kaplan MacGregor and Wilson golf history catalogs. Millingtons company, Golf Brands, Inc., purchased the Ram, Zebra and Teardrop names from DICKS in 2019 and bought MacGregor in 2020. I dont recall the big box stores carrying McGregors and certainly not going to do it at Dicks or online. Specs: Forged 1025 carbon-steel body with 17-4 stainless steel face and tungsten weights Many elite golfers are happy to switch irons as long as designers don't make major changes and the new. Yeah? I PRESUME U ARE NOT SERIOUS ABOUT LOFT. MacGregor: var slotId = 'div-gpt-ad-swingyard_com-box-3-0'; "width": "323", MacGregor Golf has a long storied history, filled with major victories (59), and had the greatest golfers to ever play the game using their clubs. Then the economy tanked. Powered by Invision Community. Driver - 11 degree - 43" I think clubs may have been made back then for the big companies. I don't hit em that much, just a few times to get that nice low rising trajectory that todays clubs can't provide. Charley, ins.style.width = '100%'; Not sure on SW but I think it was 58. Traded them in for the Ping eye. Sadly the efforts were too little too late for MacGregor. FYI. My father-in-law gave me a set of MTs he struggled with for 4 years, I struggled with them for a few years. Golfsmith, for a decade, tried to make the business model work, but ultimately failed and filed for bankruptcy. 3 wood - 16 degree - 42 1/2" Notes: Length noted is for steel shafts. He also edits The Golf Club Secretary Newsletter, a highly regarded trade publication for golf club secretaries and managers, and has authored or co-authored three books and written for a number of national papers including The Telegraph and The Independent. This is a great set for the mid to high handicapper who wants a traditional looking club. 43" (some Millingtons footprint is small and for the revival to have legs, there has to be more to it than just the name and logo. In the Getting into Pure Grips thread. Designed as a game-improvement iron for players of all skill levels, the MacGregor 2014 Tourney Iron delivers incredible forgiveness without sacrificing feel. I have many fond memories of those irons. The hardest part was getting the old tape off. 2-9. 541/2 1-17, 2-20, 3-24, 4-28, 5-32, 6-36, 7-40, 8-44, 9-48, PW-52. with T. T. Tourney shafts. ], Made from 304 stainless steel. Both irons are hollow-bodied with a proprietary polymer filling for sound and feel. V-Foil 350cc Optimal Launch. I first met Rollinson on the driving range at Pinehurst just over a year ago. The MacGregor MT Pro-M irons are classic muscleback blades, offering high levels of feel. window.ezoSTPixelAdd(slotId, 'adsensetype', 1); [quote name='xgolfx' timestamp='1323752931' post='3931773'] My confidence level soared just like the ball did of the 9 iron. Not sure on SW but I think it was 58. CLEEK 41 1/2 The reduced offset compared to most true game improvement clubs is really not a big deal after you learn how to stop slicing. Then 4* increments thru the SW @ 56*. CG1800CS 1988-91. In this set, you receive a driver, 3-wood, 3-hybrid, 4-hybrid, 5-iron through sand wedge, and a putter. Traditional lofts were: $45 $51 11% OFF. ins.style.display = 'block'; Are you in the market for a new driver? MacGregor MT-86 OS Irons (4-PW) $899.99 - $999.99 Choose Options MacGregor Golf CG3000 Golf Clubs Set with Bag, Mens Left Hand $319.99 - $349.99 Choose Options Our History The Greatest Name In Golf We can trace our roots all the way back to 1829, with the founders of the company opening a factory in Dayton OH. StarFleetGolfer As you can guess, the OS version features a slightly larger face, slightly more offset and slightly stronger lofts compared to the Pro. Of course, Charley would be an authority on the abbreviation. VIP Tour CB92 1992-95. [quote name='rex235' timestamp='1323877773' post='3938175'] Lie. Missing greens and losing distance? I shouldnt have been surprised, I guess. Sign up for a new account in our community. You dont have to be a history buff to know about MacGregor. Upload or insert images from URL. But, with weight pushed to the toe, a partial heel cavity and a short hosel, they offer a centralised sweet spot designed to offer a more consistent strike and reliable high-spin numbers. U ain't seen NUTIN yet! 181/2 I have furtunatley found a sweet set of replacement irons. Free shipping. I thinned the top line out on mine and also sharpened the leading edge for a more clean appearance and "pick." When is the last time you felt confidence with a 3-iron in your hand? My father handed down his Tourneys to me in the late 70s which is when I started playing for real. length norm became 1/2" longer than the PW & SW - but it did at some point, and still is today I believe. var ins = document.createElement('ins'); You cannot paste images directly. 5 wood - 22 degree - 42" (or 41 3/4") All Rights Reserved. Its easy to say no to that question. Probably late 50s Driver: Titleist 910 D-3; 9.5* Diamana Kai'li3-Wood: Titleist 910F; 15* Diamana Kai'liHybrids: Titleist 910H 19* and 21* Diamana Kai'liIrons: Titleist 695cb 5-PwWedges: Scratch 51-11 TNC grind, Vokey SM-5's; 56-14 F grind and60-11 K grindPutter: Scotty CameronKombi SBall: ProV1. } It offers fair forgiveness without totally throwing away feel and workability. [quote name='robert horneman' timestamp='1323699412' post='3927411'] Model Loft Lie Length; MacGregor Tourney MT 2 Iron: 18.00 58.50 39.500 MacGregor Tourney MT 3 Iron: 21.00 59.00 39.000 MacGregor Tourney MT 4 Iron SPOON42. On the last day, MacGregor's president pressed Hogan for an . But these margins I am talking about are very small. Technology The MT irons are forged with MacGregor's "Cup Face" technology. Of course, Charley would be an authority on the abbreviation. 151/2. The clubs are assembled at the Golf Brands, Inc. headquarters in Henderson, Nevada. 4 out of 5. carreview.com | I would probably be hesitant to hit a truly collectible club, but there aren't many that fall into that category. container.style.maxHeight = container.style.minHeight + 'px'; A number of poor strikes with the long irons travelled a lot further and straighter than expected and the ball flight was great. [/quote] Now, if the club has cracks, a loose insert, the wood is proud around the insert, loose whipping, or the finish is gone, I wouldn't hit it with any ball unless I didn't care about it. The shape of the irons, while traditional, has been softened a bit. TOMMY ARMOUR. CHARLEY PENNA[attachment=949421:Image (29).jpg]. window.ezoSTPixelAdd(slotId, 'stat_source_id', 44); I also busted 2 PGA Tommy Armour fairway woods back in the 70's by hitting them a little in the heels. I had no problem dropping balls onto the green from 125 yds out. If you have questions about this era ofgolf,Imay be able to help get some answers. He also ran Callaways Design Studio and was responsible for iterations of the Great Big Bertha, the X-16 and X-18 irons, the Steelhead woods and irons and several Callaway-era Ben Hogan forgings. Norman left MacGregor, and shortly after MacGregor was sold one last time. Copyright 2023. Since sets during this period did not include a pitching wedge, to my knowledge MacGregor "DS" wedge is short for either Dual Service or Double Service, for pitching and sand wedge. Pat. Sure it doesnt have all the catch phrase stuff carbon facejailbreak tech AI design. Bought them online and had them shipped 2nd day air. BRASSIE. MacGregor. The MACTEC X adjustable hybrid effectively replaces those difficult to hit long irons. [quote name='astamm8' timestamp='1323797389' post='3933387'] So, if anybody's got any info, I'd appreciated it. Might be worth testing them out. in Balls, Carts/Bags, Apparel, Gear, Etc. $47 $60 21% OFF. I'd have guessed a change to 1/4" increments. Are you sure about this? The bag is made of the same high-quality nylon as other MacGregor sets. Driver: PING 410 Plus 9 degrees, Alta CB55 SFairway: Callaway Rogue 3W PX Even Flow Blue 6.0; Hybrid: Titleist 818H1 21* PX Even Flow Blue 6.0;Irons: Titleist 718 AP1 5-W2(53*) Shafts-TT AMT Red S300;WedgesVokey SM856-10DPutter: Scotty Cameron 2016 Newport 2.5Ball:Titleist AVX or 2021 ProV1. I'd have guessed a change to 1/4" increments. Pro Only Crown Cord grips. Sadly they were in incredible debt. Excited to try the new Zebra putters next. ins.dataset.adClient = pid; However feature greater forgiveness (and a MUCH lower price tag) than their forged brothers. ins.style.height = container.attributes.ezah.value + 'px'; DICKS sold Lynx and shelved the rest. Clear editor. The only things missing are the MacGregor script on the sole and the diamonds framing the score lines on the face. They both are hollow body but blade style irons. 1-17* Double service which was previously stamped on wedges have been a result of the swingweighting process when it started in the 1930s (in general). Would reccomend these irons to anyone who is serious about golf and their equipment. the badge side is similar to penick professional designed by tom wishon, those were very playable irons. have been a result of the swingweighting process when it started in the 1930s (in general). Youve got to do something good with it.. Sold as a whole set only, 4-PW. My swing is decent but not perfect. I bought a set with graphite shafts (slow swing I have) off ebay - in fantastic condition. [/quote] Any idea on the iron lofts? However, if Millington was just in this for nostalgia, finding an open model and slapping the MacGregor logo on it would have been a hell of a lot simpler and less expensive. I realize that's true, but was there not a "standard." 54. MacGregor MT Tourney M75 Wedge RH. Jack Nicklaus broke a lot of face inserts and his primary driver used through about '86 was repaired many times, and this using balata. Cant wait to hit them! In general (for standard men) for 1950s - The new VIP iron would appear to measure up to the old standards - they are forged of 1025 carbon steel and feature top notch KBS Tour shafts, but upon closer inspection I can see that this isn't the MacGregor of old. [/quote] [quote name='astamm8' timestamp='1323739872' post='3930691'] [/quote] By A Last is a wooden foot shape used for shoe manufacturing, which oddly transitioned well into clubmaking. Lofts. By Thanks PKMillerJr! [b]+1[/b]. The new MacGregor MT86 irons are his work. Just about everything there looked pretty good. They got replaced but it wasn't the same, and not as if MacGregor will replace yours now. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Only two months after ordering, I began a tear with these clubs, breaking 5 course scoring records in one summer! Too bad that many out there that play with their ego will call them junk but I cant see paying the higher price for basically the same club. Simply amazing! Mr. Penna, There was even a handwritten card by the club builder stating exact specs for this set of irons. Dayton Ohio sure does have history and not only with MacGregor. Your link has been automatically embedded. Going to take them out today. Nothing against the Mizunos but I could do absolutely nothign with them and my game was in a total slump for half of the summer. Interesting 1/2" all the way to the 9 and then no change. In 1910, MacGregor became a big player in clubmaking, while being the largest shoe last maker. They got passed down to me, then to my brothers (one of whom lost the 9 iron). I loved those clubs but I sold them due to peer pressure and Ive struggled with different irons ever since. MacGregor has five sets of irons for 2008 for varying player abilities. One of my golf buddys had a set he bought used that he raved about(and kicked my butt with).I always loved their classic look. PREMIUM GOLF IRONS - Quality carbon steel irons for softer feel MS300 is a high-grade maraging steel often used in metalwoods. Like Mark, my father got his while stationed in Korea 1960/61. Paired with the correct shaft. [/quote]. I have made a total of 1 swing with a 9i and thought it felt good. Compared to my $1400 T100 Titleist irons I honestly didnt see a difference in how the ball flew. These specs were PowerBilts for sure (maybe with the exception of the SW). Lofts. Hope this helps some. Powerbilt specs were: Re: I After all, Rollinson holds more than 300 golf club patents and his designs are responsible for more than $5 billion in club sales. Wickes was forced to sell the company to one of their staffers. It''s just my opinion but these are about as nice looking set of cavity backs ever made. We golfers are cynical creatures, after all. models 42 1/2") for the driver. CHARLEY PENNA, PK- I'm hoping Charley chimes in! Item Specifications & Description . Hello. Iron Specifications The following iron specification information has been compiled from product brochures, golf magazines, and from inquiries to the manufacturers. I still have my old woods in the closet (PGA Tommy Armours from the late 70's and a set of Golfcraft Dick Mayers from the 50's) but I'd be too scared to actually hit balls with them ever again. M85's. You know - speaking of the 1/2" increment progressive length change in iron clubs - I think this may Which shows you what it really costs to make clubs. Irons - 5 iron 37" with 1/2" increments up and down the set. yes. var container = document.getElementById(slotId); Just bought these clubs, and I couldn`t have done a better deal. Retro may be cool but performance is what countsas does marketplace mindshare. According to the laws of physics, the Big Berthas are easier to hit, but due to the mental impact looking down at those huge oversized club heads had on me, I was unable to hit them nearly as well as my standard size MacGregor MT tours. I'm glad I did. The MT86 Pro will be included in MyGolfSpys players iron test while the larger MT86 OS will be in the players distance category. 163961. I would love to know how they perform. We had Austie help with those as well. NO 4 Iron! I probably own 18 sets of these vintage beauties. Mr. Penna, Good to see them back. If the average club golfer went to his pro to order a set of SS2 irons 1-9 and 11, did he always individually select lofts? 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational - Discussion and Links to Photos, 2023 The Honda Classic - Discussion and Links to photos, 2023 Genesis Invitational - Discussion and Links to photos, 2023 Waste Management Phoenix Open - Discussion and Links to Photos, 2023 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am - Discussion and Links to all photos. Don''''t think I''''ll be looking elsewhere for game enhancement. USE CODE LOVE5 AT CHECKOUT TO GET AN EXTRA 5% OFF! | audioreview.com. I play a laminated maple 4 wood (Ram Investor II) that has been in my bag for 20 years-and in my grandfathers bag for probably about 20 years before that-and I have had no issues with modern balls (range balls or otherwise). I dont see ever parting with them. I might try the new MT mix set. MacGregor Tourney MT Specifications Manufacturer:MacGregor Model:Tourney MT Year: 2000 Iron 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PW Loft() 18 21 24 27 30.5 34 38 42 46 Lie()1 58.5 59 60 61 61.5 62 62.5 63 64 Length(")1 39.5 39 38.5 38 37.5 37 36.5 36 35.5 Notes:1Length noted is for steel shafts. The cavity-back clubhead has a multi-material medallion that should dampen vibrations and enhance feel. Shindig, July 18, 2017 Good news is the 55+ folks have lots of $$ to spend on sticks! These irons will not be available in the UK not sure why I'd have guessed a change to 1/4" increments. And they''re priced right. After a few trips to the range I knew I found a wonderful set of irons. In general (for standard men) for 1950s - just my .02 cents. From ~100 MacGregor irons in-stock! VIP Oversize CB95 1995-97. Popularity continued to decline, and MacGregor changed ownership hands several times through the 90s. roadbikereview.com | Never know when one day you hit it for the last time. There were so many DTC brands crawling out of the woodwork in the last half decade, and they almost all universally have hideous resale because there is just no demand after the extremely limited upfront Retail buyers. Oversize clubs feel a bit more muted, don't make as sweet of a sound, and (psycologically at least) make me feel slightly less able to control my shots, especially with the short irons. You can really feel the texture without a glove. Bath These irons combine a classic look, the most attractive cavity back around, with game improvement features. SHAFTFLEX CHANGES WHEN THE GRIP Mine are waxed after every round. Wilon specs were: I can't think of many others that have the knowledge and experience as you and willing to share it. You cant have everything, I guess. Have One to Sell? Signing up is free, and you'll see fewer ads and can talk with fellow golf enthusiasts! You are correct on the lengths. I bet Charley has info/experience on this subject. Oddly, I still play a set of MacGregor PCB Tour irons. Joy, joy, joy! [quote name='astamm8' timestamp='1323872376' post='3937731'] If I realize I purchased a club by mistake, its out of my house within two or three months, forget waiting till next season. Introducing our Wizard Full Hybrid Iron Set. Does this mean that the Japanese side of MacGregor has been cleared up??? Tourney Forged PMB 2000-01. Im curious to know the difference between the two. MacGregor Jack Nicklaus Classic 3-PW Iron Set Right Regular Steel # 136376 AU $100.38 Was: AU $115.38 AU $75.05 postage MacGregror MT Iron Set (3-P+S) Stiff Flex Steel - Average Condition # T406 AU $299.00 Free postage used Macgregor Tourney Forged PCB Tour 3 thru pw steel stiff iron set AU $230.79 AU $68.25 postage He ditched the cheap MacTec line, and brought back premium lines like MT and VIP. Learn how your comment data is processed. wolverine318 says: March 25, 2008 at 10:13am . "https://twitter.com/_swingyard_", I would strongly recommend that these should not be overlooked. I just could not make the adjustment to the Mizunos and decided I needed a replacement fast. Classic irons. Share. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. [quote name='Bella Woods' timestamp='1323744388' post='3931159'] big companies. MacGregor Park in Dayton built to allow golf club tryouts in 1920s, Hidden golf course once home to golf club manufacturing giant. Thanks PKMillerJr! +1. Lets check it out. I got a teriffic deal on the set thru wholesalegolfequipment.com Well I was absolutely happy with with this choice! Specifications for MacGregor RPM Flow Weight System golf clubs? Not sure on SW but I think it was 58. 54. MacGregor Ratings & Specs Head Ratings by Maltby Experts at The GolfWorks View All | View By Brand. 2i > 9i iron set: 1956-57 MacGregor Colokrom - Tourney M85, forged blades with copper faces T. T. Tourney, regular flex shafts. published June 01, 2010. By the 1920s MacGregor committed to just golf, and had record breaking years mass producing golf clubs. | Sitemap, MacGregor Golf MacTec X Hybrid, Adjustable Loft, Mens Right Hand, MacGregor Golf VIP Iron Set 4-PW, Mens Right Hand, MacGregor Golf DX Carbon Steel Iron Set, Mens Right Hand, 4-PW, MacGregor Golf Wizard Full Hybrid Iron Set, Mens Right Hand, MacGregor MT-86 OS Irons (4-PW) HEADS ONLY, MacGregor MT-86 Pro Irons (4-PW) (Custom Fit). Hem; Artiklar; Nummer. Beats me how they can sell a titanium adjustable driver for $149 when all the other OEMs seem to have to charge $500-$600 for almost the same thing. 541/2 Both the Pro and the OS will run $899.99 for a seven-piece set (4-PW) in steel and $999.99 in graphite. Always been partial to the copper faces. [quote name='astamm8' timestamp='1323872376' post='3937731'] The Pro is more compact with a slightly narrower topline. Its high-tensile strength means it can be made very thin while staying highly flexible. By MacGregor MT Pro Better Player Irons Review. To do that, Millington needed high-level help. var ffid = 2; "@type": "Article", container.style.maxWidth = container.style.minWidth + 'px'; Those clubs, which originally went for $225 a set, now sell for up to $1,000. This wide sole ensures a. I have a few pre-1920's hickory shafted Dayton Ohio stamped clubs. Display as a link instead, MacGregor Ratings & Specs Head Ratings by Maltby Experts at The GolfWorks View All | View By Brand. Well, the rest is history. Rollinson spent 15 years as chief designer for Odyssey, with innovations such as White Hot, Stroke Lab, Triple Track and the iconic 2-Ball to his credit. var alS = 2002 % 1000; My father talked my wife into buying me a set of Tourney blades forged in 1963. My first set of clubs were MacGregor Tourneys which I purchased second hand from a player I caddied for back in the mid- 70s. That allowed Penna to strengthen the lofts and they flew like crazy. However, the clubs will strongly affect the mental side of your golf swing, which makes up 75% of your swing, which is 99% of your performance. Retro seems to be a thing in 2023. 2004 V-Foil M455 Irons M455 Graphite Graphite Design MacGregor. Catalogs just list the clubs but do not give the rationale. The new MT86 irons wont qualify as revolutionary but theres more to them than just the name and logo. And that, in fact, is what Millington has come up with: an iron that looks really nice. The year indicated is the specifications noted at that time and may not reflect any changes made during the life of the product. have been a result of the swingweighting process when it started in the 1930s (in general). Rollinson holds more than 300 golf club patents and his designs are responsible for more than $5 billion in club sales. Tip Dia. Jack Nicklaus, with MacGregor in his bag, went on to win, and win A LOT. Early next year MacGregor will issue 1.000. My local dealer here in Norway had a set laying around, and wanted me to try it. don't know if this existed in the old hickory club era. . 43. The only thing a golfer needs is more daylight. - BenHogan. Rollinsons original design places it in a slightly different arena. I was looking for more than a good club, I was looking for chemistry. By I haven't either, but if it isn't right on the money it's probably very close. His knowledge and experience were fantastic, says Millington. var pid = 'ca-pub-2529619449246358'; The MT irons are in the dead center of the offerings, providing "game improvement" qualities for mid handicap players, and "player" features for low handicappers. As I recall from the old days I was told that hitting surlyn/solid balls with woods would destroy the inserts, or the faces if there was no insert. This is my 3rd year of golf now and my game has become much more consistant. And, I'd also like to get the lofts. Those irons were revolutionary, featuring a shallow face, a relatively thick topline and a low center of gravity. D-3 is a little heavier than I would have guessed. Amer thought the best course of action was to no longer make quality, tour preferred clubs, but mass produced, low cost, high yield sticks. I think clubs may have been made back then for the Yes, these off brand clubs will definitely be harder to sell in the secondary market, such as eBay. Heritage by Nicklaus 1990-93. Stainless cast cavity back irons, what could possibly go wrong?My Amazon Golf Shop:https://www.. Driver 43 Inches iacas, November 15, 2022 Done! 43" (some You can find them for $299 or less. It might just find its way into your bag. The Great Depression forced MacGregor near bankruptcy, and was forced to sell to Goldsmith. Heres how it works. If these are anything close to those, a set just may find its way into my bag. 14. I have NEVER seen MacGregor publish specs on their irons during the early years. W: macgregorgolf.com. Wilson brought back Dynapower and we also saw the return of Snake Eyes and PowerBilt branded clubs at the PGA Show to join Millingtons MacGregor-Zebra-Ram revival. I bet Charley has info/experience on this subject. photographyreview.com I think robert horneman is pretty close on the lofts - but 2 IRON. Heads are the same. Golf Monthly. We believe we have the best packaged sets on the market at those prices.. Here are our data-driven recommendations for 2022. 3 piece special on Amazon. I don't hit range rocks or Pinnacles with mine, but have hit the Bridgestone B330 RXS (supposedly designed for slower swing speeds). In the meantime, theyve found their way into a major winners bag. Charley, 2-19, 3-23, 4-27, 5-31, 6-35, 7-39, 8-43, 9-47, PW-51, SW-55. "https://www.facebook.com/swingyard/", The main feature of this set of irons is the Powersole design which is a wide sole that is the same thickness throughout the set. Pretty much like any other line of clubs, I would definitely try them. Are the lengths for Wilson and PowerBilt the same as Mac or different? It didnt seem to matter with these irons though because all I had to do was just make even halfway solid contact and the ball just launched off these clubs. CHARLEY PENNA. in Instruction and Playing Tips, By Those irons were revolutionary, featuring a shallow face, a relatively thick topline and a low center of gravity. MacGregor. Tourney Tour. JNP Forged in USA 1990-92. As a matter of fact, I still have in my bag (and play) the original sand wedge. type of shot they were intended to hit - with no standard length, weight etc. Its a high-tech club thats as good as anything out there. Struggling with your iron shots? Had a set of Callaway X-16 Pro Series before wich I liked, but they dont compare.. LOVE THEM!!! An amount that would have been a slow offseason for MacGregor decades ago. "name": "Swing Yard", The information you continue to provide us here as well as other sections of the forum are invalueable and very much appreciated. 2-20* 1960: Tommy Armour SS1: There is a book out there by Jim Kaplan that lists the MacGregor catalogs and history from 1930s thru 1970s. CHARLEY PENNA CHARLEY PENNA, [quote name='freddiec' timestamp='1323891235' post='3939343'] All rights reserved. var slotId = 'div-gpt-ad-swingyard_com-box-3-0_1'; [/quote] I totally get what youre saying as I used to be the type of golfer for who switched clubs very frequently. But, I'm not sure when it changes from 1/2" increments. [/quote] So to have the opportunity to get those brands, I feel a bit like a custodian of those brands. The rest of the offering features packaged sets and intro-level clubs at very modest prices, something Millington says is important for the industry. These midsize feel a little smaller than my old CP2 midsize, but with more texture, I think I will be Ok with them. The new MacGregor MT86 irons premiered on the MacGregor website during the PGA Show. [quote name='PKMillerJr' timestamp='1323836999' post='3936647'] The most anyone was offering was $165. Working at a golf coursewhat is your experience? 11. Im 64 and need some help. And they went in the bag straight away.. DRIVER. Is there a source for the codes to determine what year and other info? For many years, MacGregor was unable to keep up with the innovation and marketing seen by Titleist, Callaway, and TaylorMade. He's probably right. 4 Wood couldn't find my M75 4 Wood, My M85 Orig 4 wood is 41.5 inches long. IRONS (Not bad for Idaho's four month golf season) Very soft and responsive. I highly recommend these irons to the high and mid handicappers out there looking for a nice set of irons at a great price. 1-17, 2-20, 3-24, 4-28, 5-32, 6-36, 7-40, 8-44, 9-48, PW-52. in Golf Talk. 2 Wood 42 7/8ths Like Mark, my m85 Orig 4 wood could n't find my M75 4 wood could n't find M75... 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