Taylormade R9 Forged Irons VS TaylorMade R9 Irons(US Model) & (Japan Model)
Taylormade Japan has some new releases prepared for announcement at the 2010 Tokyo Golf Show Including one we have all been waiting for the R9 Forged Irons.
The standard R9 Forged Iron is made using a cast steel body with a soft forged mild S25C face and features an undercut cavity to increase forgiveness.
The R9 Forged standard model features #3 thru #7 irons with a two piece construction while #8 to PW uses one piece forged construction. The target player for the standard R9 Forged model is mid- low handicap golfer while at the same time Tour Pro’s in Japan do intend to put this set into use. Several JLPGA women will be putting it into play within the next few events in Japan.
>> Velocity-Control Chamber in 4 – 6-irons for increased consistency, ball speed and power
>> Innovative shock-absorption system in 4 – 6 irons for satisfying feel and sound
>> Deep undercut cavity and heel-toe weighting in short-irons for increased forgiveness
>> Beveled sole in every iron reduces turf resistance and promotes crisp contact
>> Choice of two premium shafts: KBS steel or Fujikura® Motore graphite
TaylorMade R9 Irons(Japan Model)
The R9 features a dual head design made for both performance and control. the 3-5 irons feature a high repulsion face with hollow cavity structure for increased distance. The 6-Wedge feature a more compact undercut pocket cavity with a focus on feel, control and accuracy. The R9 features variable face thickness. Starting with 2.0mm thick face in the long irons to 2.3mm in the mid irons and 2.5mm in the short irons for enhanced feel.
Taylormade utilizes its inverted cone technology to expand the sweet area reducing overall loss on off center hits. The multifunctional sole is versatile and made to excel in any lie. The new R9 has traditional lofts with a 27.5* 5 iron and is considered between mid and compact size with less offset. The new grooves are USGA/R&A Conforming.
The R9 is available with either Nippon NS Pro 950GH or Dynamic Gold as standard shaft. Japanese spec lightweight Motore 60 graphite is also available as an upcharge.
The new R9 Iron begins shipping mid September 2009 so any orders before that will be considered pre orders.
>> Velocity-Control Chamber in 4 – 6-irons for increased consistency, ball speed and power
>> Innovative shock-absorption system in 4 – 6 irons for satisfying feel and sound
>> Deep undercut cavity and heel-toe weighting in short-irons for increased forgiveness
>> Beveled sole in every iron reduces turf resistance and promotes crisp contact
>> Choice of two premium shafts: KBS steel or Fujikura® Motore graphite
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