![]() Every then and again I like to pull those out of the closet and play them. I have a set of Ping ISI K irons and the ISI Titanium driver to go with it. Having said that, I do like shiny things. Just my opinion, but I believe others would agree Newer doesn't always equal Better. I am on a tight budget and cant afford newer/better clubs. I can't play as I did in my 40s, but every now and then, it's fun to get out and play with the clubs I played in my 40s. At my age, I no longer compete and don't even carry an official handicap. But I don't play worse, and shoot about the same scores. Do I play better with them than my Cobra F9 single-lengths? Not really. I take them out every now and then for "retro" days (along with a Ping Tisi-Tec driver and original O-Blade brass putter). The lofts are a lot weaker (pw=51*), but the weaker lofts combined with the ZZ-Lite stock shafts (a bit stiffer than regular flex) seems to work ok for even a slower swinger like me (I'm 73). I bought them, and put on some new Lamkin grips (the grips were over 40 years old, after all). They were in a barrel out on the sidewalk with all the no-names and clones, with a price of only $39 dollars for the set. They had original shafts and grips, and looked as if they'd never been used. Only used the Technicians once or twice just for a giggle to prove to my buddies I could beat them with anything.Ģ or 3 years ago, I found a pristine set (2i-sw) of Ping original Eye irons (not Eye2) at Play It Again Sports. Most went off to Goodwill, but I kept the Technicians and his assortment of hickory shafted clubs including one of the Hagen Spoon Sand Wedges and a a few from clubmakers in St. Along with some off brand stuff and 'clones' along with the set of Wilson's I had traded him for the GS's. He obliged since he was nearing the end of his golf "career" due to age and health issues.Īfter he passed, I went through his collection of clubs and found a set of TaylorMade Technicians in great shape as well. Okay, I told him "I'll give you $50 AND my current set for these". I found the newer set in my Dad's bag that he picked up at an estate sale. I loved my original Edge's from 1989 that I won during a charity event, and played those for several years until they were stolen. They are in excellent condition with no rust and a few little spots of pitting. Had them regripped- probably the 3rd time, but at least 10 years on the old ones since I've had other sets in the interim. Still a smaller head, but with plenty of forgiveness. This past season, I was having some 'strike' issues with my Hogan Black Blades. Not likely, because as we all know there’s nothing like striking a ball with a forged iron bang on the middle of its face! My playing partners all agree that I should just “park” the Hogans. Even allowing for the stronger lofts of today’s irons my scoring initially suffers after swapping one set for t’other. What bugs me somewhat is that I find quality of play is reduced when switching between the older Edge’s and my newer G410’s. Works best if you say aloud “time to call the Equalizer” for those who remember the original TV series. Mr Hogan called his wedge the great “Equalizer” and darned if it isn’t just that. ![]() My favourite Hogan iron is the wedge identified by an “E” on its sole. Everyone should have a go at re-gripping their own clubs if for no other reason than to appreciate your club pro’s ability! The other set is serviceable with new Lamkin midsize grips that I squeezed on myself. One set is in pristine condition with original grips, admired, never played. I have two full sets of Hogan Edge irons.
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