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Mizuno MX-19s or Callaway Big Bertha '08s

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I get to choose between the Mizuno MX-19s with STEEL shafts, or the Callaway Big Berth '08s with GRAPHITE shafts.

Both sets are new, but I am a beginner so I was told to go with the much more forgiving Mizunos.

Any thoughts? Thanks!

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i use to have the MX-19s before changing to my current set recently. They are a bit chunky but are very easy to hit. Clubs 5 4 have a ridiculous amount of offset and are extremely chunky.

If you are patient and are gonna put in a lot of practice id recommend something different. In my opinion after awhile u will want to get a new set. But if you were just intending to have a hit once in awhile then the mx19s are perfect.

Driver: Nike Sumo 5000 9.5
5W: Mizuno F-60
3H: Mizuno CLK Fli-Hi
Irons: Nike CCI Forged 4-PW
SW: Mizuno MX-19 LW: Mizuno MP-R 60Deg


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i use to have the MX-19s before changing to my current set recently. They are a bit chunky but are very easy to hit. Clubs 5 4 have a ridiculous amount of offset and are extremely chunky.

I am starting to get more and more into golfing so I am planning on using my clubs a lot over the next few years. The other choice is the Callaway's but they are graphite shafts and I was told those arent very suitable for beginners.

Thanks for your advice GolfingNewbie.

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Mx19s.

I would also steer clear of the graphite shafts purely because if you arent used to taking care of a set of clubs... you can really nick up the shafts in a hurry from the bag chatter.

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The other choice is the Callaway's but they are graphite shafts and I was told those arent very suitable for beginners.

I'd say either set would work well. But I don't agree that graphite isn't good for beginners. JMHO they are perfect for beginners. They will generally launch the ball higher and with their lighter weight, might generate a little more clubhead speed. I think graphite is great for beginners. You will change clubs many times as your swing improves. I wouldn't be looking for a set of irons that will last forever. My vote is for the Callaways, for now, you can know that they will hold their value quite well.

I'm not sure what you mean when you say you "get to choose". Ultimately the decision will be made for you if you get a chance to hit both sets. Just go with the one that performs better for you. Be real honest about how each performs and pay careful attention to your ball flight with each. Good luck & I'm sure you will make the right decision.

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I'd say either set would work well. But I don't agree that graphite isn't good for beginners. JMHO they are perfect for beginners. They will generally launch the ball higher and with their lighter weight, might generate a little more clubhead speed. I think graphite is great for beginners. You will change clubs many times as your swing improves. I wouldn't be looking for a set of irons that will last forever. My vote is for the Callaways, for now, you can know that they will hold their value quite well.

Ya thanks for the input Stacey_E, I just now went out and tested both steel and graphite to see what the "deal" was, and I really couldnt tell the difference between the two. At least not enough to sway me either direction.

And what I mean by "I get to choose" is that my Dad has two sets of irons, and I get to chose one of them. So price isnt an issue when comparing the Mizunos and the Callaways. What about stiff and regular flex? I heard with steel I should have regular and with graphite I should have stiff? ... as a beginner.

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If you cant tell any difference then it doesnt matter which you get. Hit them both until you can tell a difference or, if that doesnt happen, flip a coin.

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Does anyone advise me not to use graphite as a beginner? Stiff flex with graphite?

In this month's Golf Digest (Hot List issue) there is a little side story with a graph that indicates that for a better player a steel shaft is better, but for a higher handicap player a graphite shaft may be better. I used graphite shafts several years ago when I was just getting back into game after long absence and had no problems with them. They are easier to swing and can be swung easier and still get same distance, which helps with mechanics.

Driver: SQ DYMO STR8-Fit
4 Wood: SQ DYMO
2H (17*), 4H (23*) & 5H (26*): Fli-Hi CLK
Irons (5-6): MX-900; (7-PW): MP-60
Wedges (51/6*): MP-T Chrome; (56/13): MP-R ChromePutter: White Hot XG 2-Ball CSPreferred Ball: e5+/e7+/B330-RXGPS Unit: NEOPush Cart: 2.0

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