TaylorMade MB Irons

[Zach Heusser]

These are sweet! Full Review Now Up (post #83)

Today I received a set of custom TaylorMade MB forged irons. I have been waiting for these,and it was worth it because these look awesome! If it stops pouring rain here in Nor Cal tomorrow I will hit these and give them a review.

TaylorMade MB Iron Review


Pros: The first thing I did with these irons was check the lofts, lies, and legths. And the good news is they were all spot on perfect, which is rare. The grips were on perfectly straight also. The two best things about these irons are that they look perfect at setup and feel wonderful!

Cons: If I had to be perfectly honest, I may have made a mistake. I should have ordered the MC's in the 3,4,and 5 iron. Obviouisly these are blades therefore they are not super forgiving.

Bottom Line: The bottom line for me is that these are a beautiful set of irons. I played 300's for many years because they were a great feeling iron. I am very happy that TaylorMade has once again built a forged iron because these MB's feel like butter on a well struck shot!


Review:

Look: To me, this is a great looking set of irons. I really like the slightly rounded toe. They have a very classic topline and leading edge. Some people were concerned or have commented on the weight in the back. But to me it looks cool, and if it helps them to swing weight the irons perfectly whats the big deal? And its not like you can see the weight at address anyways.

Performance: Prior to this set I have been playing R9 TP's. The MB's give me a slightly lower,more penetarting ball flight which is nice. I like to play a little bit old school by shaping my ball. I like to hit fades and draws, and it is very easy to hit all the shots with these irons.

Feel: Once again I am happy that TaylorMade has chosen to produce a forged iron again. To me a forged iron feels a bit better and these feel like butter with a well struck shot. These feel as good as my TM 300 Miura forged irons, and I am not kidding. I am not sure which forging house produced these but they did a great job.

Bottom Line: I would like to once again state the obvious that these are blades. They are not game imporvement irons, but they are a great performing set that help to produce your desired shot. Meaning that they are easy to work the ball with. I really do like these irons and they will be knocking my R9 TP's out of the bag. I think I may have to order the 3, 4, and 5 MC. I would feel comfortable highly recommending these irons to any of my students that are looking for a classic forged blade. They will not be disappointed because they look, feel, and perform great!

EDIT: Full review posted here: http://www.golfwrx.c...ost__p__3003168

[Anakinn]

Those are some nice looking irons. Now, don't forget to post a review once you've played them.

[tourbound]

I think these are the best looking MBs out right now. Love them

[BkgolferNH]

These are pretty nice looking. How are they custom? Shaft. loft, lie? Are they just made to your specs?

[Zach Heusser]

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Those are some nice looking irons. Now, don't forget to post a review once you've played them.
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I will get one up in the next few days.....Weather permitting.

[Billy Barou]

Outstanding! Gorgeous MBs for sure!

Congrats on the set, I'm envious!

Cheers,
Kev

[GetmeouttaJersey]

Ugh I'm jealous. I have connections but not the same as yours I see! Bastage!

[Salant]

Those are hot fire. lol definitely looking forward to the review!

[Zach Heusser]

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[SCameron009]

Not much of a Taylormade guy but will for sure be giving the R11 a go if I can find the right shaft...what is the deal with the weight looking port in the back? Is it removable..? While these look clean, I think they would look that much better if they did not have the port in the back.

[theinsider]

They look sharp Zach. Looking forward to your feedback. Will be awhile before I get a full run at a test set. Too much snow!

[muxi87]

guess somebody had to be the first of the bunch...glad you got em...means mine ain't far behind!

[pizdiz10]

Those have to be the nicest looking irons on the market. Can't wait to try them out. Used to play the Taylor Made MB's about 5 years ago.
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[attachment=730029:Picture 4950.jpg]Today I received a set of custom TaylorMade MB forged irons. I have been waiting for these,[attachment=730031:Picture 4953.jpg] and it was worth it because these look awesome! If it stops pouring rain here in Nor Cal tomorrow I will hit these and give them a review.
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[Puzbie]

When do these hit the market? Does anyone know?

[muxi87]

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When do these hit the market? Does anyone know?
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end of March...

[Puzbie]

Damnit a whole month.

Whats the retail price on these?

[zm231]

Those look awesome man, congrats on the new irons, looking forward to the review. I'm guessing the screw is for the weights rather then interchangeable faces like the wedges. Wish I had saved money for a set of these.

[Bravesox]

999.99. In Canada so 899 or 949 there

[theinsider]

[quote name='Strykerscm' timestamp='1297817688' post='2980651']
When do these hit the market? Does anyone know?


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Golfsmith says shipping is March 11th.

In Canada GolfTown says March 23rd.

[muxi87]

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[quote name='Strykerscm' timestamp='1297817688' post='2980651']
When do these hit the market? Does anyone know?


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Golfsmith says shipping is March 11th.

In Canada GolfTown says March 23rd.
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First time I've heard anything about March 11...I wouldn't hold my breath on that being true...Golfsmith is very often wrong on ship dates...I've heard March 21 at earliest...

[Medicaptain]

I hit the 5,7,8,9 irons last weekend at a demo day...S300 shaft std l/l/l...

Pure butter...best feeling new club I have hit in years....and I play SCRATCH SB-1's daily.....and I mean PURE BUTTAH

[BC33]

I like the looks except for the weight port. I think I'll stay with my RAC MB's for now. (Although the R11 is starting to grow on me and will likely be bagging one shortly),

[Big Ernie McCracken]

Sweet looking Adams copies!

[trapdraw]

[quote name='KascoPro' timestamp='1297815542' post='2980530']
[attachment=730029:Picture 4950.jpg]Today I received a set of custom TaylorMade MB forged irons. I have been waiting for these,[attachment=730031:Picture 4953.jpg] and it was worth it because these look awesome! If it stops pouring rain here in Nor Cal tomorrow I will hit these and give them a review.
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so jealous

[youngwaldo]

Zach sorry I could not make out the shafts what do you have in them.

Wk

[Zach Heusser]

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Zach sorry I could not make out the shafts what do you have in them.

Wk
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True Temper Dynamic Gold S300 SL's. Standard Length and Loft. 3 and 4 irons +1, 5-7 standard lie, 8-pw -1 flat.

[TheMoneyShot]

[quote name='SCameron009' timestamp='1297817246' post='2980619']
Not much of a Taylormade guy but will for sure be giving the R11 a go if I can find the right shaft...what is the deal with the weight looking port in the back? Is it removable..? While these look clean, I think they would look that much better if they did not have the port in the back.
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No doubt about it!!!

[Chappie]

My gentlemen's sausage is being grilled right now, beautiful!!!

What swing weight did you order it at?

[Zach Heusser]

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My gentlemen's sausage is being grilled right now, beautiful!!!

What swing weight did you order it at?
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D2

[tbowles411]

Shhhh... Don't tell Jersey! He'll be stalking you for your irons! Nice looking sticks! They look better than the stock pics we've been seeing.

EDIT: He posted already! RUN! LOL