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I've recently begun checking out the three, lower-priced Callaway golf balls -- HX Hot, HX Diablo, and HX Warbird.  I know that the HOT is a 3-piece ball, while the other two are two-piece balls.  Has anyone else done any testing or comparison of these three balls.  The Callaway web site does not tell us much.  What is the exact differences between these three balls -- especially between the Diablo and Warbird.  Any and all information is greatly appreciated.

BTW, as for me, I am a 61 YO high handicaper with a swing speed of 75-85.  In your opinion, which of these three balls will work best for someone with my limited abilities.


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Having played every Callaway ball available in my time, I would honestly tell you to shy away from them at your handicap and swing speed. You would not really benefit from the 3-piece ball, so consider the HX-Hot out of the equation.

You should be looking for affordable 2-piece balls, such as the Slazenger line. These often retail at 3 dozen for $25.00. However, if you're committed to Callaway, I would recommend the Warbird out of the balls you mentioned. The Diablo would benefit you more if you were consistently around 85mph rather than the latter.


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