anchorgolf

The Mizuno MX-950's / MX-25 are real nice. Not sure if you can find a set in that price range..

Still have a set of Nicklaus Murfields that still work very well. The chrome will wear on the face, but it offers more spin on the short irons and a nice feel..

The new Mizuno MP-52's are even nicer then the Mizuno MP-57's..

The MP-57/52 (3-6) and the MP-67/62 (7-PW) - I think is an excellent combination..

I think the Bettinardi Black Carbon BC4 is going to be my next putter.. You can choose the head weight on it..

My advice is start and continue with lessons.. Buy a single cluib or two to practice with (or bowwow a few clubs from a friend). Once ready to take the plunge - get fitted - several times - by different people. The take more lessons. If your fitting shows you are standard - then take the plunge. If you are not standard with length / lie - and you can't find a nice used set that fits the bill - hold off.. The right tools will make the job a whole lot easier. Just my advice.. If the person decides they don't like the game - then it's money saved.. If they like the game - then getting the proper tools make a difference..

there is nothing like a persimmon headed solid piece of wood. I have some H&B;'s - they are second to none..

a Ping Bag - is a Ping Bag. There is NO equal. The Mizuno stand bag is pretty light and nice looking with tons of pockets.. I like the Tour Stand bag that Mizuno offers..

+ 1 it's always the same basic swing. The basic's shouldn't change.. When the basics change - that's when your game goes to pot!