January 11, 2015 At 12:19 AM By Richard H
Richard HGrand Prairie, TX
Hey guys. I was just curious to see who is still playing an older set of Titleist clubs and what are your favorite models. I'm currently gaming a 905r driver, 906f2 3-wood, 585h hybrid, 735cm irons, and 200 series vokey wedges. What do you have?
Tracy CBluefield, VA
Do you have the D1 or D2? Just curious because I played the D2 version until I tracked down my 905 at the beginning of the 2014 season. A lot people don't like the 907, but I always liked it with the Aldila NV shaft. It just produced that high bomb that is so fun to watch. However, that is part of the reason I went to the 905 - I needed something that launched the ball a little lower and spun a bit less. Nonetheless, the 907 is still a better driver than what most people will give it credit for.
Mike MHamilton, OH
even though I normally play 714 AP1's I do have a 735CM as my 2 iron for this courses that I know are tight and narrow for long irons shots, Awesome club.
My sons, play 909's and DCI's 792's
Mike
I haven't got to play the 735's on the course yet, but a buddy and I went to a place in Springfield, MO that has a couple simulators. I love they way the ball feels off the face! Pretty cool that you have and actually use a 2-iron. I had a 2-iron in the set of DCI 990's I gamed before I got the 735's, but I very rarely used it. It was basically the club I'd play with on the range to test how well I was swinging. I figured if I could hit a decent shot with that club, I was doing ok for the day.
I also like the 909's. I've never swung one, but I like the way they look.
Edward KWesley Chapel, FL
I just got the 735's right before Christmas. Prior to that I was playing some DCI 990's. I liked them quite a bit, but really wanted something forged so I could get the lie angle adjusted properly without stressing the club too much - 2* flat last time I had my pro look at it. The AP2's are definitely nice. If I could afford a set, they would definitely be at the top of my list of clubs to look at. They have a great shape and appearance at address.
M.J. ODrogheda,
M.J.O, I'm in the same boat. There are a lot of clubs I'd like to put in my bag if only I could afford it. Better off playing an older set and using my money for green fees, range time, and lessons.
Mickey McCartneyBonita Springs, FL
I played DCI's for a long time, then swapped them out for a set of 804 OS that I've been playing for at least 10 years. I'm not a great ball striker and I hit the 804's about the same as the DCI's. I've gone from an 8 hdcp to a 12 and have lost a good bit of distance over the past 5 or 6 years as I've gotten older and playing less. I know the AP1's and AP2's are a degree or so stronger lofts from 6 iron down and I'm just wondering if that stronger loft, or anything else about the AP1's or 2's might help me recover a few yds of my lost distance, or should I save the 800 bucks for a couple extra rounds at St. Andrews and Kingsbarnes this summer? I know I should probably get fitted, and might do that. I've read a lot of the hype, but was wondering if anyone has any thoughts on whether AP1's and 2's are really any longer than those old DCI's and 804's?
Well, I'm fairly certain that they'd be more forgiving - thereby longer on mishits. However, if I had to choose between being able to play St. Andrews or new clubs - I'd play St. Andrews. Then again, I've never been to St. Andrews and it would appear as though you probably have.
One more note about buying new clubs... If you're going to do it, do it right and get fitted. A proper fitting session will give you the opportunity to sample a variety of shafts that may help you regain some speed and improve your ball striking.
Don TLafayette, CO
Ken OCanton, CT
Trevor DBragg Creek,
Oh yeah,
690.CB/MB's and a 15.5* 909 F2 that won't leave the bag until I break it!
jackie dtulsa, OK
I play the 712 AP2's but I have an old set of 735's that I will still put 7-P in the bag from time to time and play with. The feel from the 735 is hard to beat but they are not the most forgiving long irons Lol. I do have a 2 iron 735 that I switch in and out with a hybrid I don't think I will ever get rid of that iron very very constant.
Chuck ZMt Pleasant, SC
Nathan SFitchburg, WI
I still play my set of 695 cb irons. I have a hard time switching irons when they continue to perform and I play well with them. I have upgraded drivers 3 times since using them.
kaizen10366Olympia, WA
I'm still playing the original AP2 irons. I've had them since they came out and have no plans on switching.
January 15, 2015 At 10:38 PM
HatchAlamogordo, NM
Same here.
LBChula Vista, CA
Same here! I'm a lefty.
Dan HYulee, FL
This past year I put a set of 710 AP2's in play and up to then still played the 735 CM's. Great set of irons and loved the Combo set versatility. Still kick myself for trading in my 905T as I just like to keep the old clubs around for the old clubs collection.
Allen PClermont, FL
Currently use 905S driver, 909 fairway 3 and 910 fairway 5. Irons are 690 MB, two Vokey Wedges 52 & 56 degree. Will continue to use all except the driver. Obtained some good information from a recent Ball Fitting session. The Titleist staff member pointed out that the 10.5 degree in the 905S may be too much. Suggested a 9.5 or 8.5 driver loft in order to get a flater flight.
Terry LBelle Chasse, LA
P_LampsHoboken, NJ
I've been playing 909 series drivers and fairway woods. I've been wanting to upgrade the 915 driver, but I just feel so comfortable with the one I have and have not experienced a significant improvement with any stock combos I have demo'ed to warrant changing. Is this just me?
Jason K
January 15, 2015 At 10:32 AM
I still play my set of 695 cb irons. I have a hard time switching irons when they continue to perform and I play well with them. I have upgraded drivers 3 times since using them
same here! Still playing with 695cb. Just love the feel of the club. But considering an upgrade later this year with 716's .. We'll see..
SpudstarchWalnut Creek, CA
January 11, 2015 At 12:19 AM
At the range near my work, I have a practice bag that has all of my old clubs. I call it my Trunk Set, in case I go to questionable muni's or when there is a golf emergency.
907D2 w/ Aldila Proto
906F2 w/ Aldila Proto
585h w Aldila NV
DCI 990's w/ Rifle FCM 6.0
200 series Vokeys (252.08, 256.12, 260.12)
Circa 62 #3 putter 32.5"
All in an old Titleist sx56 bag
I used to have a 905r. Oh how I miss that driver.
January 16, 2015 At 05:08 PM
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The 905 is a great driver. I was really torn between the R and S models, but decided to go with the larger head.
I am starting to wonder if I should have got a lower lofted head though. Played a round on the 16th and hit the ball around yesterday as well with some pretty high ball flights. Could easily be my swing since I struggle with the timing of my release. We'll see how it goes when spring comes around and I'm playing regularly.
Rick RGraham, WA
I just rounded up some DCI OS+'s and can't wait to try them out. I've heard so many good things about them, and the more you look back on old reviews, the better they seem to get with age.
An old set of Titleist's are better than the newest off brand stuff anyways !!!
Still swinging my 910D2, FD, F19*, and H21* and am afraid to change as they are so suited to me.
John TPittsburgh, PA
Lou GSan Diego, CA
I have some AP1 2008 irons, SM4 wedges.
I've had a TM 2K7 13* draw driver and 7W along with a Steelhead III 11 wood. The TM I have had 4 years now. I also have a 7H putter and SQ 7-34H that I have had for 4 years. I have had a 910H 27* for about a year now. I played with a set of X31 Staff irons for 25 years. I played with a 910F 19* for about a year but went back to the 7W about a year and a half ago (got better distance with the 19 but the 7W I can hit off anything).
I'm not one for change.
Nothing wrong with old sticks. If it "ain't " broke don't fix it.
Marc BLa Quinta, CA
I hit everything new as it comes out every cycle. Still can't find anything to KO my 690.CB's (3-PW, DG S300). I don't bag a hybrid, I love my 3 iron - hybrid has no slot in my bag, I have always been a 4 wood guy and bag 4 wedges. (P, 52, 56, 60). For John - The 915 d2 with a Rogue Silver 60 (9.5*) finally knocked my beloved 9.5* 909 D2 out of the bag, same with the 915f 16.5 on a Rogue Black. As much as I love (and for me, flat out kill) the new driver, my new 16.5* is even on a level above that. I think the 915F series is going to be one of those golden "everything else is competing for second place" product lines, and especially for me the 16.5* could not be better. It is seriously flat out crazy stupid long - super easy off the deck. I also have recently rekindled my love affair with my old Red X2 Lawsuit putter, but now @ 33.5", and coming in at a sturdy 370gm.
Jerry BarbatoWall, NJ
Ironically, I was just telling my fiancé last night that I am kicking myself for selling my 990b 2-P over the summer because they were the best looking irons I have played in years. I was all Titleist my whole career and over this past summer was playing all swoosh in my bag. They are great clubs, but they are no Titleists. I just went back to my 913 Driver and 3 wood and will be getting either AP2's, MB's, or for good measure, may look for an old set of 962's for nostalgia sake. Anyone selling any iron sets?
Ryan LSandy, UT
Still have a set of 690MB kicking around. Driver is a 910d2 not all that old but couple of generations behind.
Michael TWinter Garden, FL
Just won a tourny here in Florida playing:
913 w/v2 shaft
906F2 w/v2 shaft
585.h w/v2 shaft
Picked up a 913f.d (14.25) but that thing comes and goes. 906F2 is still almost impossible to pull out of the bag when money is on the line. 913f.d however is waaaaayyyyyy longer off the tee but have not gotten that sucker dialed in off the turf.
It's hard to pull the older clubs out when they work. Had all of them fitted years back.
February 14, 2015 At 10:45 PM
Just won a tourny here in Florida playing: 913 w/v2 shaft 906F2 w/v2 shaft 585.h w/v2 shaft Picked up a 913f.d (14.25) but that thing comes and goes. 906F2 is still almost impossible to pull out of the bag when money is on the line. 913f.d however is waaaaayyyyyy longer off the tee but have not gotten that sucker dialed in off the turf. It's hard to pull the older clubs out when they work. Had all of them fitted years back.
Russell SWoodinville, WA
Wade WRoanoke, VA
Still gaming 735cm irons. They're getting pretty worn out, though, and 2015 may be the year to replace them.
Still take the 982Bs to the range occasionally (which preceded the 735s). I also wondered what a forged 962B would have done to the player market...
My son plays a set of DCI golds. They're pure!
WW
Robert KOceanside, NY
Just bought AP2s after trying them out. Can't wait to play a few rounds (still Feb in NY). Treated myself after playing Titleist Tour blades (1991) right up to this year. I'm still carrying the 1 and 2 iron though. Nice upgrade on the irons, but I still can't bring myself to stand over a Hybrid. Just doesn't look right.
I'm a high ball hitter, and feel much more comfortable hitting a 1 or 2 in the fairway. Much better feel when I need a draw. I love the 1 off the tee on tight dogleg left holes. A friend of mine keep pushing me to get a Hybrid, but when I hit his, I have no confidence in where it's going. I think it has more to do with me not liking the look when I stand at address. I live near and play the Black course at Bethpage often. It's hard to get anything through that rough, so there aren't many shots I need a hybrid for.
Andres RHumble, TX
Still playing a 907 D1
CoolbreezeSudbury, MA
Playing 695MB. Interested in switching to 714 MB or AP2.
Matthew SLebanon, IN
Interesting thread. I play Titleist 690 Forged Muscle Back irons with Dynamic Gold S300 Stiff Flex shafts and have for several years. I have demoed the new 714 MB irons several times, but still prefer the ability to work the ball that I get with my 690's. Hitting a cut with the new 714's is pretty similar to my 690's, but I just cannot hit a consistent draw with the 714's yet.
Also, I just put the new 915 series driver (d3), 3 and hybrid (H.d) in my bag (upgrade from the 910's). I have been hitting them on the range for last two months trying to acclimate to them. Now that I am used to them, they are much superior to my 910's.
Ace46516elkhart, IN
Currently playing old 962 irons. Old but good! Just fitted today for a new set up AP2 irons, a little birthday present to myself. Looking forward to seeing the difference.
Ace,
Please post how the AP2s work out! I still play 962s as my travel/backup set. Was even thinking about re-shafting them before the season starts this year.
You are right about "Old but good! They have been an old friend to me since I bought them new in 97. Wouldn't part with them...
Cheers
DT
Trent MMesa, AZ
Ap2 714 just bought me this year and I love them I regularly shot in the 70s now and I think it's in huge part to these irons on approaches
Matiasrancho cucamonga, CA
905R driver and 904F 3 wood. I love the feel and sound they make with a solid hit.
Richard FHutchinson, KS
Play AP1 from 2008, just got 913D2 and 915F 16.5 , Studio 1 putter is the only putter I have.
But still have, 905r,906f,585h, and 981SL irons
Think all of them are great clubs.
Geoffrey A
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