Recommendation for Irons

[neonlew]

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I am trying to decide on which Cobra irons to buy, the S9s or FPs. I noticed on Golf Digest's Hot List issue of February 2007 that the S9s were rated as a super game improvement iron, while the FPs were rated as a game improvement iron.

I played golf about 20 years ago and stopped due my job with the US government (too much overseas travel). Just started playing this past fall, now that I am retired in Florida and can play year round. I have been shooting in the low 90s and plan on taking a few lessons to tweak my swing. My swing speed with a five iron is between 68-72 mph and my swing consists of a moderately slow takeaway, with a faster downswing. I normally hit my #5 iron between 150-155 yards. I have a tendency to push my iron shots to the right on occasion.

Has anyone hit both of these irons?

Which iron would you recommend for me?

Lew

[Everardo]

Here's my opinion - Golf is a game of misses so pick equipment that will help maximize your goals. If your goal is play with friends, enjoy the scenery, friendships, etc then choose a club with some forgiveness. However if your goal pure competition then choose the tools that will enable to you to compete.

Hope that helps and welcome back to the game

[AMGfan]

Definately get fitted if you haven't already...lie angle, shaft flex, shaft material, and a several other factors can help you rediscover your game. I haven't had experience with Cobra's, but word of mouth is good.

I have had experience with Cleveland Launcher, Taylormade R7 CGB's, Wilson Ci6's. All three were great sets...just get fitted, find a set that feels and sounds good to you. Enjoy and glad to have you back!

[shortgame85]

Cobra, a sister company of Titleist, seems to be making superb equipment these past few years. I use a Cobra driver and hybrids. I've never used their irons, but I have handled those which you've mentioned. My advice is to go to a range with examples of both clubs to help determine which club feels better to you. Once you've chosen one over the other, get fitted by a competent pro. Then enjoy your new clubs! By the way, it would be next to impossible to make a poor choice between the two models you're considering. Good luck to you.