How much lower scores would the world's top 10 score with JDM only bags?

[elwhippy]

As JDM gear is supposed to be years ahead of the junk TM, Titleist etc throw at us poor western hemisphere players here is a question.....

 

Would the best players be even better if they dumped their custom made AP2s, S55s etc and used some exotic hand forged Japanese blades, S-Yard or Honma woods etc and $500 a time wedges....?

 

Surely 59s would be two a penny with Miura and Yamadingdong??

[jming]

/sigh here we go again....

[nbg352]

Jeesh.........

[DavePelz4]

Be nice to elwhippy...with only 600 posts under his belt he probably hasn't seen this, jeans, blades vs. irons debates, Tiger hate or Tiger love threads.

[MJisGOAT]

JDM is just tighter specs than major OEMs. Pros would shoot the same score regardless because their specs are already exact.

 

Amateurs pay for that kind of attention to detail, but scores are hardly impacted.

[Kingcat990]

The question is on the right path, but asked incorrectly. If everything from the ferrule up stayed within their specs, would a brand like Acer or Maltby effect their overall score?

 

If they used Japanese clubs, they'd just be more pleased to look down addressing the ball. Its much prettier. USDM stuff looks gaudy. Few exceptions.

[Bimmer1]

They would play much better. Nothing brings forth confidence like having equipment stamped "Yamaha" in your hands!!!!!

[dlygrisse]

LOL

[Payton1020]

Is this a serious question???

[farmer]

With brand new JDM products, I would expect to see scores in the low 50's regularly. Only the duds like Tiger and Rory (Nike money) would play anything else.

[elwhippy]

My question is serious gentlemen. The price differential between Japanese gear and everything else has to mean superior performance. A BMW or Porsche corners better than a Hyundai or Chrysler and stops quicker in an emergency due to superior technology. It stands to reason a top class athlete should perform even better with superior equipment. If you are paying more and getting the same performance then there can no realistic reason to buy JDM gear other than posing value.

[Bimmer1]

My question is serious gentlemen. The price differential between Japanese gear and everything else has to mean superior performance. A BMW or Porsche corners better than a Hyundai or Chrysler and stops quicker in an emergency due to superior technology. It stands to reason a top class athlete should perform even better with superior equipment. If you are paying more and getting the same performance then there can no realistic reason to buy JDM gear other than posing value.

 

And a BMW will end up in the shop more than most any lower priced Japanese automobile so again Japanese technology is where it's at.........which brings us right back to JDM!!

[widow-maker]

My question is serious gentlemen. The price differential between Japanese gear and everything else has to mean superior performance. A BMW or Porsche corners better than a Hyundai or Chrysler and stops quicker in an emergency due to superior technology. It stands to reason a top class athlete should perform even better with superior equipment. If you are paying more and getting the same performance then there can no realistic reason to buy JDM gear other than posing value.

They're priced higher because they are finished better. The craftsmanship is top notch, with tighter tolerances and attention to detail. They don't just come off of a production line. You have a craftsman sitting at the end of the line ensuring that what comes through his station goes out to his satisfaction. Some people are willing to pay for that.

 

It is like a car, but you're not looking at it the right way. You can drive 100 mph in a Ford, or you can drive a 100 mph in a BMW. You're still getting there in the same amount of time. You just might like the look and feel of one over the other. They both will get you where you want to go. If you're a good player, you can shoot 70 with either domestic or JDM. All of these clubs are loaded with technology. But, you can't make an iron play better just by loading it up with a bunch of toys.

[lumberman2462]

.00000001 strokes.

 

 

Maybe.

[MJisGOAT]

.00000001 strokes.

 

 

Maybe.

 

Already post of the year!

[lumberman2462]

.00000001 strokes.

 

 

Maybe.

 

Already post of the year!

 

It's early times.....

[Harob11]

I've played US and JDM equipment over the years and I'll be totally honest; I prefer JDM equipment for two reasons; it's more exciting and I prefer the feel of the clubs over there. I can't say I play noticeably better with JDM but I enjoy the ownership and in my opinion better feel of the the clubs, especially the irons. There's also the tighter tolerance argument and maybe some psychological benefit from having your "ultimate" setup in the bag but that can go either way (US or JDM). I find US equipment boring and the marketing hype is insulting at this point - "10 yards further" every year for two decades. Everyone would be up to 400+ yards if that nonsense were true.

[elwhippy]

A lot of money for a better finish. Hand made v a computer controlled milling machine. No contest. Machine wins every time. I am sensing the perceived quality versus reality marketing trick. I see better quality as performing better, not just "looking" better. A steel Rolex and a gold Rolex have the same movement. One is £5000, the other 3 or 4 times the price. More expensive yes. Better watch? Er no.

[KuroOuji54]

A lot of money for a better finish. Hand made v a computer controlled milling machine. No contest. Machine wins every time. I am sensing the perceived quality versus reality marketing trick. I see better quality as performing better, not just "looking" better. A steel Rolex and a gold Rolex have the same movement. One is £5000, the other 3 or 4 times the price. More expensive yes. Better watch? Er no.

 

But Gold is worth more....nvm. And some people will disagree with you that machine made stuff is better than handmade.

[Soloman1]

As JDM gear is supposed to be years ahead of the junk TM, Titleist etc throw at us poor western hemisphere players here is a question.....

 

Would the best players be even better if they dumped their custom made AP2s, S55s etc and used some exotic hand forged Japanese blades, S-Yard or Honma woods etc and $500 a time wedges....?

 

Surely 59s would be two a penny with Miura and Yamadingdong??

 

Spoken like a true troll, full of sarcasm and disdain.

 

People should be able to buy and play what they want without having to get your approval. That's why there as so many different cars, spaghetti sauces, golf clubs and breakfast cereals.

 

And the answer to your question is, naturally, 42.

[Harob11]

This could get ugly. I suggest you buy a set of Onoff Kuros or Epon 302s or Personal 2's and see for yourself.

[proswing89]

No! Why would it be ugly. I owed all three set and never go back to OEM of North America. The quality and tolerance couldn't even come close. JDM equipment bar none just save some money buy it and you never look back.

[Oldplayer]

The top 10 in the World have all their clubs made, built and fitted to spec so well there would be no difference. Don't get me wrong. I'm a big fan of JDM but at the top equipment available in the World level there is no difference in brands.

[freehb]

A lot of money for a better finish. Hand made v a computer controlled milling machine. No contest. Machine wins every time. I am sensing the perceived quality versus reality marketing trick. I see better quality as performing better, not just "looking" better. A steel Rolex and a gold Rolex have the same movement. One is £5000, the other 3 or 4 times the price. More expensive yes. Better watch? Er no.

 

I don't even know where to start with you el trolley...have you ever played any jdm? I suggest you google contempt prior to investigation.

[BrianL99]

I've seen a lot of ridiculous threads on WRX through the years and while this certainly doesn't make the Top 2 or 3, I'd put it in the Top 10.

[TheLarch]

If I purchase a set of JDM blades should I use iron covers? Is it alright to wear jeans and a hoodie if I play them while using a push cart? Arigato in advance, OP-san...

[DavePelz4]

About 1.3 meters.

[Kingcat990]

I've seen a lot of ridiculous threads on WRX through the years and while this certainly doesn't make the Top 2 or 3, I'd put it in the Top 10.

 

I need the top 3 so I can kill time while I poop tomorrow.

[BrianL99]

If I purchase a set of JDM blades should I use iron covers? Is it alright to wear jeans and a hoodie if I play them while using a push cart? Arigato in advance, OP-san...

 

You need to carry an umbrella, to keep the sun off your body ... no hoodie.

[BrianL99]

I've seen a lot of ridiculous threads on WRX through the years and while this certainly doesn't make the Top 2 or 3, I'd put it in the Top 10.

 

I need the top 3 so I can kill time while I poop tomorrow.

 

 

Here are a few to get you started.

 

The one about the fake tees was always one of my favorites.

 

 

http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/topic/947837-zero-friction-3-prong-tees-fake-or-real/page__st__60__p__8661507__hl__+fake%20+tees?do=findComment&comment=8661507

 

 

http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/topic/421814-which-wax-do-you-use-on-your-graphite-shaft/page__hl__%20wax%20%20driver

 

 

http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/topic/477454-anyone-wax-their-r11/page__p__3254615__hl__wax%20driver?do=findComment&comment=3254615

 

http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/topic/1178766-alignment-sticker-on-clothing-in-tournament-golf/page__p__11556526__hl__shoe%20laces?do=findComment&comment=11556526

 

http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/topic/1185974-martini-tees-are-awesome/page__p__11693696__hl__+real%20+tees?do=findComment&comment=11693696