Jump to content
IGNORED

New here

FrivolouslyWasted

By FrivolouslyWasted,
in Welcome, Everyone

 Share
Note: This thread is 2122 days old. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new one, but if you plan to post here please make sure it's still relevant. If not, please start a new topic. Thank you!

Recommended Posts

FrivolouslyWasted Established Member

FrivolouslyWasted

Hello everyone. I’m a new guy, so I reckon it’s proper for me to make an intro. My grandfather taught me to play golf before I can even remember, but despite that I’m not very good. I also have a thing for old-school Wilson irons, which maybe doesn’t make things easy for me. I’ve been lurking for a few weeks, reading some of the old threads about the old Wilsons, and figured I should finally join.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Vinsk Incredible Member

Vinsk

Glad you joined. You’ll find all kinds of great stuff here. It’s the best place there is for golf talk, instruction and many other areas of interest. I remember the classic Wilson Staffs. My brother had an old set he used for quite some time. What set do you play now?

:ping: G25 Driver Stiff :ping: G20 3W, 5W :ping: S55 4-W (aerotech steel fiber 110g shafts) :ping: Tour Wedges 50*, 54*, 58* :nike: Method Putter Floating clubs: :edel: 54* trapper wedge

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Awards, Achievements, and Accolades
1
1

Shindig Incredible Member

Shindig

Welcome to TST.  The classic Wilson irons are neat, I see why you like them.  I think my mother had such a set;  obviously not her current set, but she didn't get rid of them either.  

-- Michael | My swing! 

"You think you're Jim Furyk. That's why your phone is never charged." - message from my mother

Driver:  Titleist 915D2.  4-wood:  Titleist 917F2.  Titleist TS2 19 degree hybrid.  Another hybrid in here too.  Irons 5-U, Ping G400.  Wedges negotiable (currently 54 degree Cleveland, 58 degree Titleist) Edel putter. 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Awards, Achievements, and Accolades
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

FrivolouslyWasted Established Member

FrivolouslyWasted

  • Author
8 hours ago, Vinsk said:

Glad you joined. You’ll find all kinds of great stuff here. It’s the best place there is for golf talk, instruction and many other areas of interest. I remember the classic Wilson Staffs. My brother had an old set he used for quite some time. What set do you play now?

Thanks, everyone, for the welcome.

 

I just picked up two sets. The first I got are, I think, 1966 Fluid Feels. I’m not certain though, because they don’t have the two diagonal marks on the rear of the club head, but otherwise look identical.

 

More recently I got a set of 73’s, with the screw-in weights. I love the Art Deco look to them, but the lengths are strange. The 7-9 irons are the same length as the ‘66 set, but the 6 iron is a bit shorter than the one in my older set, and the 3-5 are the same length as the next clubs down in my older set. So my ‘73 4-iron is the same length as my ‘66 5-iron. I’m probably going to end up reposting a lot of this info in the equipment forums and see if anyone can explain it

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Vinsk Incredible Member

Vinsk

16 minutes ago, FrivolouslyWasted said:

Thanks, everyone, for the welcome.

 

I just picked up two sets. The first I got are, I think, 1966 Fluid Feels. I’m not certain though, because they don’t have the two diagonal marks on the rear of the club head, but otherwise look identical.

 

More recently I got a set of 73’s, with the screw-in weights. I love the Art Deco look to them, but the lengths are strange. The 7-9 irons are the same length as the ‘66 set, but the 6 iron is a bit shorter than the one in my older set, and the 3-5 are the same length as the next clubs down in my older set. So my ‘73 4-iron is the same length as my ‘66 5-iron. I’m probably going to end up reposting a lot of this info in the equipment forums and see if anyone can explain it

I’m sure if you post the question there you’ll get an answer. There are some really knowledgeable people on this site in all kinds of areas. @WUTiger is one I’d give a mention to. 

:ping: G25 Driver Stiff :ping: G20 3W, 5W :ping: S55 4-W (aerotech steel fiber 110g shafts) :ping: Tour Wedges 50*, 54*, 58* :nike: Method Putter Floating clubs: :edel: 54* trapper wedge

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Awards, Achievements, and Accolades
1
1

Note: This thread is 2122 days old. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new one, but if you plan to post here please make sure it's still relevant. If not, please start a new topic. Thank you!

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing


  • Want to join this community?

    We'd love to have you!

    Sign Up

  • TST Partners

    TourStriker PlaneMate
    Golfer's Journal
    ShotScope
    The Stack System
    FlightScope Mevo
    Direct: Mevo, Mevo+, and Pro Package.

    Coupon Codes (save 10-15%): "IACAS" for Mevo/Stack, "IACASPLUS" for Mevo+/Pro Package, and "THESANDTRAP" for ShotScope.

  • Posts

    • billchao
      The Golf Swing Being Repeatable…

      By billchao ·

      My two cents? Don't. As a beginner that's interested in learning about the golf swing, you'll find yourself consuming a lot of information, most of which isn't even relevant to your own swing. You need to learn you can't think your way to a good golf swing. Focus on the one thing that you're working on and doing that on every swing, come what may. And remember, mishits happen.
    • WillieT
      "5 Minutes Daily" Practice Challenge

      By WillieT ·

      Day 6 (7 May 24) - More work in the backyard focused on tempo in addition to setup.  Worked with 6 and 7 irons hitting hard foam balls - used the old MacGregor irons to mix it up a little.   
    • GolfLug
      The Golf Swing Being Repeatable…

      By GolfLug ·

      No! lol. But they have to be in the right sequence to play mid-handicap golf or little better. Mostly. And even in that there is range/margin for error in the motions and positions that most normal humans can handle. It helps if you have a decent idea of how a golf club moves around the body like you would any other equipment sports (baseball and hockey might be the closest) After all, fairways are 40 yards wide. Don't overthink it. Be diligent in getting basics right. I will concede that it is harder than it sounds but it certainly is not exact angle/exact position/exact degree of bend/exact speed/exact facial expression, etc, every.... single.... time or the result is horrible death. 
    • Paloma
      Spark League at Severna Park Golf

      By Paloma ·

      Looking to play in the Severna Park Golf league and it got rained out the first three weeks. I know the course is being renovated so it is not in great shape but the location is easy for me and I would love to meet some other golfers in my area. Anyone here in Maryland Annapolis area? 
    • StuM
      Revisiting My First Golf Instructor

      By StuM ·

      I like to look at the positives.  Overall you are fairly consistent down the center with most shots 20 yards or less off center.  On most fairways that should be in play.  Sure, you had some very short duds, but also if you look there is a good cluster in the 110-125 yard range.  Sure, we would all like to be longer, but knowing your typical shot is more important than trying to hit the 7-Iron 175 Yards.  Just take more club for longer shots and do not worry about it.  Your distances may increase as you improve over time so do not get caught up on that now.
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

Welcome to TST! Signing up is free, and you'll see fewer ads and can talk with fellow golf enthusiasts! By using TST, you agree to our Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy, and our Guidelines.

  I accept
The popup will be closed in 10 seconds...