Where are the Hogan Guys?

[RainShadow]

Apex edge pros just regripped and going in the bag this week for a bit. Apex 4 shafts.
Always liked the signature hats, too.

[KevinSu]

[quote name='RainShadow' timestamp='1312907558' post='3466421']
Apex edge pros just regripped and going in the bag this week for a bit. Apex 4 shafts.
Always liked the signature hats, too.
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FTW!

[IsleOfMan]

I'm considering the BH-5 or Edge CFT irons for purchase either over the winter as prices bottom (maybe a little more than they already are) or next spring. I'm just getting back into the game after 3-4 years of minimal play (family, career, etc) so I'm gaming some Super-GI shovels, but I know once I start knocking on the door of 90 I'll want to transition to something with a more traditional appearance at setup and maybe even less offset. The Hogans seem to be hard to beat for the used price, under $100 and sometimes approaching $70. I've pretty much narrowed it down to either these or the Adams A4r, another major bargain with a little more tech and still (mostly) traditional appearance.

Can anyone comment on the differences in the BH-5 and BH-5 offset, other than the obvious difference in offset? Are the soles and, more importantly, the toplines the same on both? Or thicker on the Offset model?

It's crazy that you can go on Golfsmith and get a set of BH-5 3-E or Edge CFT 3h/4-E, Colonial 56 + 60, and CS-3 Neutral or Draw for around $150 total...

[Lefty_Lion]

The "new" gamers are 2-PW Hogan FTXs with C-Tapers X..

They just got back in play after spending years on the bench while my Apex 2-PW with PX7.0s were in play!

Can't remember the last time I've seen anyone (but me) on the course with a Hogan stand bag either

[Swoosh-Thud]

Every now and then they come out to play.

Redlines with Nippon 1150s, another set of Redlines with Apex 4s (home practice set) and White medallions with Apex 4s. Also have 4 sets of Apex 4 shafts (2 new & 2 pulls) and a set of Legend 3s.

[Bunker Boy]

 

Where are the Hogan Guys!

 

Playing Mizuno irons and hoping Callaway suffers the consequences.

[rdwoody]

I've got a set of Apex '99 blades at home right now. They were in the bag for the majority of this season until I decided to get something a bit more forgiving.

They are, without a doubt, the softest irons I've ever hit. They feel absolutely amazing on a pure shot. They're also some of the best looking irons out there. I don't ever plan to get rid of them. I'm sure they'll make it back into the bag one of these days when I get my swing back in the groove.

[dallasgolfer75038]

I have been gaming the '99 Apex since they came out (1-E). I have had spells with all of the new stuff, but my babies keep ending up back in the bag. I simply haven't played anything that comes close, feel wise.

[Herm33]

Just 2 sets at home right now. Refinished Redlines with PX 5.0 (soon to be changed to something smoother) and a very nice condition set of Apex II white cameo's. The Apex II's are getting Nippon 1150GH S soft stepped soon (that's going to be my winter project.) Just my opinion that those are two of the sweetest heads they ever made.

[stone71]

Been playing a set of Apex Edge Pro irons for the last couple of years, Rifle flighted shafts.

Had the lofts adjusted 2 degrees weak through the set.

Result, no offset and traditional lofts. They're lovely to play, and are quite forgiving. IMO a very well designed club.

[jphp84]

I love the 2006 apex blades! Beautiful club

[bulldurham]

Recently decided to throw my Apex PCs back in the bag at the expense of the MP-53 for a couple rounds. Love both sets but those hogans are the best damn forged clubs I have ever hit. Shafts on those things are probably like 20 yeras old, but I just received some brand new apex #4 shafts in the mail...so im all set for another 10 years

[stonecutter908]

FTX here.

[Sabaka]

Anybody still playing the Apex Edge (circa 2001)? I am trying to determine if the offset on those are as large as the 2006 model?

[North Shore Golfer21]

All of the old school Hogan R&D guys work for Nike at The Oven. Hence it being in DFW.

[Judge Smails]

[quote name='Lefty_Lion' timestamp='1320247987' post='3750429']
The "new" gamers are 2-PW Hogan FTXs with C-Tapers X..

They just got back in play after spending years on the bench while my Apex 2-PW with PX7.0s were in play!

Can't remember the last time I've seen anyone (but me) on the course with a Hogan stand bag either
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As I was reading this thread I was thinking what a sick set up that would be. Review please!!!

[Bob57]

Callaway needs to sell the Hogan brand to Golfsmith where all the old elephants go to die.

[apprenti23]

Played the last month of this season with my old set of 06 blades... great iron, but I'm not used to that head shape anymore. If anyone wants them they're hanging out as paper weights on the work bench- head only- look maybe 1 season old.


I too wish that Callaway would come out with an awesome set of Hogan blades... That'd be

[Corsair]

Where are the Hogan guys? Certainly not at Callaway...

[dpark]

Just put a set of Hogan PCs back into play along with persimmon woods. They are a bit tougher to hit than my 681s since they don't have the hickory dowel in the hosel and they are a blade-on-blade design instead of a muscleback.

[Gbyeball]

[quote name='Sabaka' timestamp='1312742407' post='3459363']
I picked up a set of Apex Edge Pros earlier this year. Absolutely the softest GI clubs I have ever hit. I really like them but wish they had a modern sole grind (ala MP-53's). They are doing battle with my 53's for a spot as my back up set.
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I have the very same two sets as you, as well as Apex Plus. You are right about the sole grind, MP 53's are fabulous, one of the things I like best about that club. The Apex Edge Pro has that great soft off the face sensation while still feeling solid. The first time I showed up for a lesson with them my instructor started hitting the 5 iron and said "NOW this is a forged club not like my AP2". No knock on the Titty stuff those were his words about the irons he owns and uses.

[Hogan's Cardy]

I took my Redlines to the range today and was reminded of just what a great iron they are. Despite the small head and amount as much forgiveness as a SS Kommandant whose just been stung by a wasp I hit them really well. The feel and ballflight is sensational.

I might have to go out and make a fool of myself with them soon.

[GolfAddictions]

I currently play Hogan clubs. The Hogan GCD Edge Midsize irons with Apex 4 shafts black steel.

[Shug Wy Tee]

occassionally play 99 apex, still have a set of the original edges............... for some reason I can seem to part with Hogan equipment.

[Agent Jim]

Still have a Hogan in my bag. I love these hybrids. Currently just carrying the 19 degree

 

[Whispering Eye]

The only Hogan I still have in the bag is my 1999 Apex blade 2 iron. Love it, love it, love it!