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That was awesome Stacey! Thanks. Based on your feedback along with many other similar comments raving about these x-14s, those are going to be the ones. Wish me luck trying to find these laying on someone's used clubs rack.

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll try the r7s on the next trip to Golfsmith. I went looking for the Callaway x-14 tonight on the used rack with no luck. Could anyone from personal experience offer some feedback on the x-14s?

Thanks all for the advice. I will be looking for a used set of GI irons. I have a couple of follow-ups: How important is it to have the clubs fitted? I used Golfsmith's online "smart" system. It said I need a 64 degree lie angle and 1/2 inch longer shaft than standard shafts based on my measurements. Will that make that much of a difference? Could I please have some suggestions on game improvement irons that are maybe a couple of years old? I'm looking to spend $300 or less on a set. I have researched quite a bit on the newer GI irons, but those are out of my range at this point. I've had a hard time looking for older GI models prior to 2006. Thanks for the sound advice and pointing me in the right direction guys and gals. Being new to the game, it's overwhelming the information out there which can be contradictory.

You guys are very knowledgable and I'd appreciate your advice. I've been playing golf for about 3 months now. I am learning to play by using my neighbors' Titleist DCI 981 irons with stiff steel shafts. I go to the range 3 to 4 times a week and hit about 100 balls, not including chipping and putting. By no means am I saying I'm good or average for that matter, but I have a decent swing (according to a couple of pros and some golfing buddies) considering I'm 26 and having only played for 3 months. My problem is that I strike the ball well only a little more than half the time with a straight ball flight or fade. Though, given time, I do continue to improve. After reading about game improvement irons and how stiff shafts are not good for beginner/regular players, I am thinking on buying different clubs more compatible to my skill level. However, the thread on game improvement irons here concluded that if you want to improve your game to stay away from GI irons because they will mask flaws. I am totally committed on spending the time and effort to improve, though I don't know on how to proceed. Should I continue playing with my current irons? Get GI irons? Don't get GI irons, but switch to regular flex shafts? Are Titleist DCI 981 irons conducive to learning? I'll be checking in often if you need more info or have any questions. Again, I'd really appreciate the advice. Thanks.

To answer the question: Jack. IMO, Bobby.

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