Ping S57 vs. Ping eye 2's

[Connorws]

First off i am by no means should be hitting a blade like the S57 but today i was in my local golf shop and decided to hit the S57 for fun, i also hit the i10 and i15 and for whatever reason i hit the S57 much better. i usually hit in the 80's and 90's and i currently play ping eye 2's. So my question is is there any comparison with between the eye 2's and tghe S57? should i even consider picking up a set of the S57? And if you have any experience with them please tell me what you think..

[KYMAR]

I think the 57's are some of the best looking ping irons out there. The traditional blade look is more appealing to me than the usual inch wide sole offerings. I also hit those while shopping one day (indoor off a mat) and i really liked the way they felt. I am not sure however they will give the forgiveness you're accustomed to. The thing is that if you can find a used set and they don't perform as well as you hope then you can sell them for pretty close to what you paid.

[Connorws]

Yea im deffinatly thinking used since ive never played blades even tho these r considered cavity back, thanks for the input

[Guia]

This is comparing Apples and Oranges. Technically they are far apart, the Eye2 are old school cavity backs, a great club for their time. The S57 are more of a players club, stronger lofts, more workable for a draw or fade.

The Eye 2 are a classic, but like classics they don't live up to modern cavity backs irons.

Please don't start bomb barding me with how I am full of it, and your still playing Eye 2s. I have owned at least 4 sets of Eye 2s, and still have an original set of BeCu, red dot. I play them occasionally, but they are no longer my first line iron.

[Connorws]

Oh no i totally agree this is why im looking for a new set becuz i want the new technology.

[Guia]

I think that the Ping S57 are an excellent choice. You might also consider Titleist AP2.

One of the things I found moving between an offset Eye 2, to my first line irons with no offset (TM RAC LT), is that I hit the ball straighter. With the offset I had a tendency to pull the ball a little.

[Connorws]

Any idea if the s57 is easy to hit for an average golfer? For whatever reason the s57 remind me of the eye 2 and i realy like the slim design bigger clubs toy with my head to much

[Guia]

The S57 is easier to hit than the S59. I only hit a couple of shots with a friends S57s and didn't them hard to hit. I prefer the AP2 though, I thought easier to hit and get airborne, they were shafted with 5.5 rifle.

[Connorws]

Ehh forget all this im goin with the mx-300's, great feel and easy to hit

[Guia]

Good decision.

[Shankosaurus]

I upgraded my set of Ping Eye2's to S57's in December, 09. I also shoot in the low 80's but anticipate breaking into the 70's this year.

Difference:
* The size and topline of the S57 can be more intimidating, but I prefer it. (not as bulky).
* The S57 communicates shots better (audibly and physically)
* The S57 is somewhat forgiving but still affords great workability. You should be okay with the S57's IF...

1 You have a straight swing path (no inside-out, outside-in). The club will exacerbate fades, draws, HOOKS and SLICES
2 You can hit a quarter sized sweetspot with regularity. The club is fairly forgiving on distance across the face (heel to toe).

Lastly, If you hit the ball too low on the face - IT PHYSICALLY HURTS!!!