New Edel SMS Pro Irons

[J13]

8 hours ago, getair23 said:

I’m a little steep with irons, which is why I gravitate towards Srixon. How does the Tri-Sole interact with the ground/turf compared to the Srixon V-sole?

 

The Tri Sole is very versatile unless you are super steep.  

[Clemente80]

4 hours ago, J13 said:

 

The Tri Sole is very versatile unless you are super steep.  

How steep is super steep? And what happens when you get that steep using the SMS Pro?

Edited March 27, 2023 by Clemente80

[J13]

On 3/26/2023 at 11:13 PM, Clemente80 said:

How steep is super steep? And what happens when you get that steep using the SMS Pro?

If you are taking a beaver pelt these probably aren't for you.  SMS have more bounce and sole width.  

[J13]

New reviews hitting youtube.  

 

 

[vandyfan]

On 3/25/2023 at 11:39 AM, MMB1500 said:

Over the next few years I imagine we're going to see a lot of the big OEMs copying the concept of moveable weights in the cavity. 

 

Would love for maltby to also make a similar product. They have made a slight move that way with the weight in the toe that is adjustable in the KE4 Max and their Max milled wedges. In any event, I vocally support any company that is actually pushing true innovation in the game and that allows the player to change the club to adapt to their changing swing/impact conditions. 

[QuigleyDU]

I really need to hit these.

[J13]

On 3/31/2023 at 4:53 PM, vandyfan said:

 

Would love for maltby to also make a similar product. They have made a slight move that way with the weight in the toe that is adjustable in the KE4 Max and their Max milled wedges. In any event, I vocally support any company that is actually pushing true innovation in the game and that allows the player to change the club to adapt to their changing swing/impact conditions. 

 

Thank you.  It's hard to compete in the marketing department with the giants in the industry but one of the big advantages we have is we don't answer to share holders or investment groups.  That gives us the freedom to design for the player and only release a product when it's ready and actually better than what we previously released.  

 

I keep telling people the SMS and SMS Pro's are the best irons Ive ever owned.  Thing Miura soft with real tech.  That's what they are.

[bd59]

Anyone have any reviews yet on these? I’m on the fence on some new irons and these have my interest. Only problem is I hate dropping that much coin on a set I can’t hit or see first. What’s the time frame on getting your set for the ones that have ordered?

[PT1911]

@J13 Why no X flex option in graphite?

[J13]

8 minutes ago, PT1911 said:

@J13 Why no X flex option in graphite?

We do but not on the website (UST, Paderson, steelfiber (S is like an X).  We are also trying to add more graphite options in the future based on player demand.  I'm a huge fan of graphite iron shafts so I'm excited to add more.  We can also order Project X Catalyst if needed.   We are trying to get samples of the Fuji Axiom when it comes in but Fuji hasn't gotten them yet.  In the meantime if you have questions don't hesitate to call to make in inquiry.  

[PT1911]

16 minutes ago, J13 said:

We do but not on the website (UST, Paderson, steelfiber (S is like an X).  We are also trying to add more graphite options in the future based on player demand.  I'm a huge fan of graphite iron shafts so I'm excited to add more.  We can also order Project X Catalyst if needed.   We are trying to get samples of the Fuji Axiom when it comes in but Fuji hasn't gotten them yet.  In the meantime if you have questions don't hesitate to call to make in inquiry.  

Awesome, thank you very much! I’ll be inquiring soon.

[Flush-It-Fore]

I currently play Ping Blueprints, which are on the small side but I don't mind the size. After a season of playing and lots of range work, I've really started to notice that my ball strike pattern deviates towards the toe of the iron, only by a small amount but still. After watching a few review videos on these Edel SMS Pro Forged irons, I've really taken in the idea that by moving the heavy weight to the toe position, this could potentially:

 

1. Make the feeling of the strike much more solid and satisfying.

2. Unlock potential ball speed by now hitting the more toe biased COG, and therefore slightly longer but more importantly, consistent numbers 

All of the above would also in turn give you more confidence standing above a shot, which can't be measured but arguably is the most important.

 

I'm considering the Edels over the Blueprints because the size is pretty much similar, but it has a better sole and possibly a little more forgiveness. 

 

Can anyone who has hit the Edel SMS Pro Forged irons shed any light on my points, whether you agree or not.

 

Thx

 

 

[dmeeksDC]

On 4/3/2023 at 11:57 AM, PT1911 said:

Awesome, thank you very much! I’ll be inquiring soon.

I can tell you Padersons are very unique in how they are designed with the “preloaded” fibers and they play stiff. A stiff in those is going to feel like an X. I love the shafts, very crisp through impact and no ballooning. 

[ry1808]

@J13 Would you have an option to buy head only? I play the Modus 120 TX shafts and you don't have them as stock offerings. I think I even have a set laying around here ready for a set of irons like these...

 

Thanks

[bsb70x7]

Just got mine (5-PW and 50* C Grind). I ordered after being able to hit a 7 iron a few times at the local Golf Tech, but was not fitted into them.

 

First, I am enjoying the very soft feel of these.  The heavy weight position makes a big difference.  Yesterday, tested on a Foresight which showed more ball speed with 8g toe weight on all clubs (which is different than what I thought it would be).  The 8G toe weight gave me 2 MPH higher ball speed from the center 8g position and even more than the heel 8g position.  Frankly, the difference in the PW was remarkable -- about 10 yards of flight difference between toe and center for the 8g weight.  Going into it, I thought that I would go heavier toe weight in 5 and 6, heavier center weight in 7-8-9 and heavier heel weight in the PW and 50* based on my ball striking patterns.  That is not what the tech numbers showed.  The toe weight definitely makes my "push-draw" swing draw the ball a little less -- so I will have to get use to a different aim point than normal.

 

Love the turf interaction.  First 2 rounds last weekend were about getting acquainted with the irons.  I did not get the tech fitting for the weights until yesterday.  Anxious to see the improved setup on the course, but digging the experiment. 

 

Great looking and great feeling iron.  Going to try to move the ball right and left this weekend, so I will give a "workability" update from the weekend's rounds, as well as how the weight position impacts play. 

 

So far, not disappointed.

        

Edited April 14, 2023 by bsb70x7

[bsb70x7]

On 4/3/2023 at 8:11 AM, bd59 said:

Anyone have any reviews yet on these? I’m on the fence on some new irons and these have my interest. Only problem is I hate dropping that much coin on a set I can’t hit or see first. What’s the time frame on getting your set for the ones that have ordered?

Got mine in 2 weeks.  Picked a shaft they had on their website.  They said add 10 days if you pick a shaft not listed there, but they said they could get just about any shaft.   

[EddyVN]

Can someone hate these so that they show up on BST. K thanks

[MMB1500]

5 hours ago, bsb70x7 said:

Just got mine (5-PW and 50* C Grind). I ordered after being able to hit a 7 iron a few times at the local Golf Tech, but was not fitted into them.

 

First, I am enjoying the very soft feel of these.  The heavy weight position makes a big difference.  Yesterday, tested on a Foresight which showed more ball speed with 8g toe weight on all clubs (which is different than what I thought it would be).  The 8G toe weight gave me 2 MPH higher ball speed from the center 8g position and even more than the heel 8g position.  Frankly, the difference in the PW was remarkable -- about 10 yards of flight difference between toe and center for the 8g weight.  Going into it, I thought that I would go heavier toe weight in 5 and 6, heavier center weight in 7-8-9 and heavier heel weight in the PW and 50* based on my ball striking patterns.  That is not what the tech numbers showed.  The toe weight definitely makes my "push-draw" swing draw the ball a little less -- so I will have to get use to a different aim point than normal.

 

Love the turf interaction.  First 2 rounds last weekend were about getting acquainted with the irons.  I did not get the tech fitting for the weights until yesterday.  Anxious to see the improved setup on the course, but digging the experiment. 

 

Great looking and great feeling iron.  Going to try to move the ball right and left this weekend, so I will give a "workability" update from the weekend's rounds, as well as how the weight position impacts play. 

 

So far, not disappointed.

        

 

What differences did you see in dispersion, if any, after settling on the weight placements? 

[MMB1500]

Another review here:

 

https://drivingrangeheroes.com/edel-sms-pro-irons-review/

[bsb70x7]

On 4/14/2023 at 5:18 PM, MMB1500 said:

 

What differences did you see in dispersion, if any, after settling on the weight placements? 

Pretty windy in Kansas over the weekend, so not a good experiment weekend.  I will continue to test and let you know.  They definitely do not draw like my gamers, so my guess is once I figure my new aim point, the dispersion will be tighter

 

Going into a big tournament on May 1 and 2.  Going back to my gamers until the tourney is over, then will pull these out and give updates. 

 

Note, I went with a different shaft for first time in 6 years.  The transition to the new shaft is not going as smoothly as anticipated.    

[dmeeksDC]

On 4/14/2023 at 10:34 PM, MMB1500 said:

Another review here:

 

https://drivingrangeheroes.com/edel-sms-pro-irons-review/

Another strong review. The reviews are similar: The SMS Pros look great, feel great, tri-sole is a winner — and all seem surprised at what a difference moving the weights makes. 

[bd59]

I finally settled on a decision on my new irons.   I went with the Edel Pro’s in a combo set. Can’t wait to get them!! J13 is your guy if you need any assistance. 

[Carolina Golfer 2]

Being reported by MGS that Doug Coors--yes of that Coors has bought Edel! 

[golfinbrad]

9 minutes ago, Carolina Golfer 2 said:

Being reported by MGS that Doug Coors--yes of that Coors has bought Edel! 

Think that could be a huge plus for Edel.  Deeper pockets and more connections can grow their brand.  Too many golfers are aware of Edel and their quality offerings.

[Carolina Golfer 2]

16 minutes ago, golfinbrad said:

Think that could be a huge plus for Edel.  Deeper pockets and more connections can grow their brand.  Too many golfers are aware of Edel and their quality offerings.

Yeah, and from reading the article.  He was actually a huge Edel fan as a customer and player for several years.  He said he really liked everything about them, and sees the opporutnity to do exactly as you said, increase some consumer awareness and probably invest more into the company.   They will be moving the HQ to Denver, but keeping a small custom operation in TX. 

[golfinbrad]

Just now, Carolina Golfer 2 said:

Yeah, and from reading the article.  He was actually a huge Edel fan as a customer and player for several years.  He said he really liked everything about them, and sees the opporutnity to do exactly as you said, increase some consumer awareness and probably invest more into the company.   They will be moving the HQ to Denver, but keeping a small custom operation in TX. 

Agreed.  Sounds like a win win, but time will tell.

[dmeeksDC]

9 hours ago, bd59 said:

I finally settled on a decision on my new irons.   I went with the Edel Pro’s in a combo set. Can’t wait to get them!! J13 is your guy if you need any assistance. 

Congrats. What’s the combo breakdown and shaft choice?

[FSUgolfer]

These look incredible. Will have to look for a local fitter to demo.

[grm24]

12 hours ago, Carolina Golfer 2 said:

Yeah, and from reading the article.  He was actually a huge Edel fan as a customer and player for several years.  He said he really liked everything about them, and sees the opporutnity to do exactly as you said, increase some consumer awareness and probably invest more into the company.   They will be moving the HQ to Denver, but keeping a small custom operation in TX. 

Interesting that after the sale that David Edel is totally gone and will have nothing to do with the company going forward.

[bd59]

11 hours ago, dmeeksDC said:

Congrats. What’s the combo breakdown and shaft choice?

4-5 SMS 6-P in the pro. I’ve been in X100 most of my life but Modus here the last several years. Decided to change it up a bit go s400. I’m getting a bit older and the SS is starting to dip.  They look so good and all the reviews that I’ve seen have been great.