BigBen827

Cool group! However, I feel there may or may not be a slight typo in the name ;-)

As far as forgiveness is concerned, the JPX-800 Pro's are more comparable to the Titleist AP2's. If you're looking for the forgiveness of the AP1's, then look into the JPX-800's (non-pro). The AP1's and 800's will probably give you the higher trajectory you're looking for. I've hit the AP2's and 800's and the 800's are definitely more forgiving, with a higher trajectory. I can't comment on the AP1 or 800-pro's (I imagine the AP1's will be more forgiving with higher trajectories like the 800's) But, go hit them and decide for yourself :)

Have you tried either of them, or both? Wouldn't you rather try them and make your own decision on what you putted best with, rather than go off of internet opinions on what "we like best"?

First a little about myself: 24 y/o, 6'6" - 225lbs-ish, athletic, played basketball and baseball through high school. I just finished grad school and will finally have time (and an income) to get back into the game. I played when I was younger but have played 3 rounds in the last 6 years. I played for the first time last week and shot a 95. I could easily have been in the high-80's with any resemblance of touch around the greens (quite rusty obviously) I'm also playing with clubs I got when I was 12 years old (LOL)... My irons fit HORRIBLY so therefore I'm in the market for a new set. My divots with my mid-short irons are about 1-1.5" wide because only the toe is hitting the turf. I was at Golf Galaxy today waiting for my putter to be gripped and I basically had free reign at the PING fitting cart. I've been looking at SGI irons so I was mostly looking at PING G15 today. They didnt have many left handed clubs, but they did have a 6i +1", silver dot (3.75 upright) with an AWT S steel shaft. It felt pretty good. This is what their golf simulator (whatever its called) showed" 6i swing speed: 95-99mph ball speed: 125ish, the highest I saw was 129. carry distance: 200-205ish For further reference my driver distance with a ~6-7 year old John Daly Extreme 10* driver is around 285ish out on the course. Does this seem accurate? On to part 2. I hit the ball pretty damn high. The flight of my 6i was flying higher than the standard view of the golf simulator (out of view of the big screen), and it seemed pretty accurate to what I see at the range and on the course. Would an AWT X-stiff help this? are there any other GI/SGI clubs that maybe I could look into that would have a lower flight trajectory... I know its 90% swing mechanics. I also swung a Mizuno JPX-800 6i with +1" S steel shaft, stock lie. I saw similar ball flight, and a few yards more carry. I plan on going back some more to hit the G15 and JPX-800 again, and try any other LH clubs they have.

So, in my quest to find a new putter I spent a few hours around various golf shops trying out putters and narrowed down the putter I wanted to a few criteria: - New - Left handed - "#9 style" heel shafted flanged blade / toe drop mid-mallet (whatever you call it) - no insert, milled face - Under $80 Following those criteria this was next to impossible to find. However, with the help of a fellow member here, I found one on DiamondTourGolf for a whopping $17. The only catch was it only came with a stock 35" shaft (exactly what I need), and no grip (I planned on re-gripping it anyway). So, I figured what the heck, go for it. If it's crap I lost $17 and I can continue my quest, but if its good I just scored myself a $17 putter. So, it came in today (6 business days I believe). I must say I am very pleased with how it looks. I was worried about the quality of the satin silver/grey finish, and the quality of the milled face. This sucker looks pretty darn close to all of the name brand versions of this putter style. Maybe the only difference I can tell is the finish is slightly less glossy when compared to the White Hot XG #9, which really doesn't bother me and may even help with glare in the bright Florida sun. Anyway, I'm off to a local shop to have this thing assembled with a grip. Heres a few pics with my crappy photography skills. Tried to get a good shot of the milled face but it was tough. I think the pictures don't really do it justice. Inazone XC-7 top view Back Face - though to get a decent shot of the milled face. The quality is comparable to all other milled face designs out there Sole - Higher gloss than the rest of the putter. The circular reflections are a product of my crappy camera. Anxious to get this thing out on the putting green.

17-4 stainless steel is whats in the Cleveland putter.. The 431 stainless is in the cheap knock-off... Anyone else know what difference in "feel" I would be able to notice?? (I'm guessing a firmer feel?) is it simply the feel, or will the "sweet spot" be physically smaller?

You already paid ~$300 for the putter. IMO I wouldn't cut corners in getting it repaired. Accidents happen... Good luck.

I registered about 6-8 hours ago, and was able to see the Daily Deal. I just tried, and was still able to log in. I'm interested to see what deals pop up everyday.

Haha, how about looks? Pick your favorite looking set... or hell, flip a coin :p

If you hit them all equally well, let the price tag be the deciding factor :)

I live in south Florida... Enough said. Shorts.

When you're looking at distance, take a look at the loft of the irons... Some can be misleading. You'll think "OMG this 7i is going 200!!!" when in reality, it's the same loft as another makers 6i or 5i... and don't ignore STOCK shaft length either... I think overall you'll find that irons are VERY similar. You'll just have to find a set that "feels good" or "looks good at address", which will inspire confidence... ... and the #1 tip: Get fitted for irons. (shaft length, lie, grip size, etc...)

Interesting... I googled "Inazone XC-7" and found a link to this putter on Diamond Tour Golf for $17.99 for the putter head and 35" shaft only. I planned on re-gripping my putter anyway. I may consider this. How different could this putter be than any other milled face putter like the Cleveland Classic 2? What difference would I notice between "17-4 stainless steel", and "431" stainless steel?

Sorry, I'm not sure why this was posted. I'm looking for NEW, and under $80. Not a used Scotty for $250...