46 GOLF.COM / S e p t ember 2019Bobby^ Dohertytion without impeding clubface flex
at impact.
To further enhance both control
and distance, the long irons feature
variable face thicknesses for more
consistent spin rates, while the short
irons are built with MIM’d tung-
sten weights higher in the clubhead
for more precise shotmaking. The
package is topped off with the high-
est quality components, including
Aerotech Steelfiber FC or Mitsub-
ishi AV Silver shafts and Golf Pride
Tour Velvet Align Silver Grips. We
know, $300 a stick isn’t exactly a
bargain, but if you’re in the market
for ultra-premium-looking and -per-
forming irons, the Epic Forged is a
must-try. —Michael ChwaskyCALLAWAY EPIC
FORGED IRONS
ATTENTION PLAYERS WHO ENJOY
exceptional looks, feel and per-
formance—and who are willing
to pay a premium price: The new
Epic Forged irons ($300/each) have
arrived. They’re literally packed with
tech, but at the same time maintain
an elegant appearance. The heads
are forged from soft carbon steel and
fitted with very thin faces. They also
feature Callaway’s 360 Face Cup for
big-time distance.
Precise CG locations and con-
trolled trajectory in each iron is pro-
duced by a tungsten core wrapped
in a TPU material and suspended in
urethane microspheres (similar to
the Rogue design). This allows the
heads to absorb unwanted vibra-GEARNow Playing