Ben Hogan Apex FTX Irons

Ben Hogan Apex FTX Irons 

DESCRIPTION

  • Design "morphs" from muscle cavity back blade in the long irons to a straight blade in the short irons
  • Each club design changes with blade lenght shortening and cavity back "shallowing" for optimum feel and control
  • Forged 1020 carbon steel
  • Progressive offset
  • Ben Hogan quality and craftsmanship

USER REVIEWS

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[Sep 04, 2009]
JJF
Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed: Ben Hogan FTX

Bought these on Ebay for £110. Firstly theyre the nicest club you'll ever see, beautiful design. ive been using them for the last 3 weeks and they've definatly cut shots off my game. very easy to shape the ball at will, while still being pretty forgiving. they get banged up easy due to the soft steel, but it just adds character to these classics. At around 120 quid on ebay you cannot beat these clubs for amazing value. I wouldn't listen to the other reviewers who say its for single figure handicappers, the blades (E-8iron) are easy to hit anyway because they're short clubs, and the long clubs have a decent cavity making them as forgiving as any improvement irons. I would recommended these clubs to anyone who demands more accuracy than regular cavity back improvers. I hit these clubs one club shorter than my previous MD Tour Steel's, but a hell of alot more accurate. Any Hogan Fan should buy these immediately, you will not regret it.

Customer Service

N/A

Similar Products Used:

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OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Apr 21, 2009]
whataniceman
Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed: ben hogan ftx irons

these irons are just great i am a 20 handicapper and have a very fast swing i was leaking out the right with my old irons and so was looking for something else spotted these in american golf and loved the way they sat at set up so i found a very good set on ebay for £150 and what a differance shots are straighter and lower and mis-hits still travel in the right direction my golf buddies have all said that my game has improved give these clubs a try borrow some if you can also they look awesome my handicap will be tumbling soon

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Apr 11, 2009]
dano8238
Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed: Ben Hogan Apex ftx irons

I just purchased a new set of hogan apex ftx irons,and used them for the first time on the course the other day.These clubs are dead accurate,when shotting over a 35-40 ft tree,60-100 yrds out using an 8 iron, not only did I hit the green with little effort but the ball stopped ona dime.I have no problem hitting the sweet spot and they feel great.The pw is alittle hard to get used to,but that will come around,I expect great things from these clubs this year,goodluck on the links dano.

Customer Service

not needed

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Nov 05, 2008]
mugs
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed: apex ftx

Lying in the bag, envy of all golfers, playability excellent, can maneavour the ball to your skill and liking, slightly compromoses on distance, clubs ideally suited for the short game, recommended to all golfers who are finding it diffult to choose a perfect set.

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
4
[Oct 23, 2008]
steve shepherd
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed: ben hogan apex ftx

I managed to find these on Ebay after trying out a club at American golf near ipswich uk.They felt so soft off the face and more forgiving than you think.the apex shafts great being about 15 grams lighter per shaft you gain a few yards

Customer Service

never had to use it

Similar Products Used:

cleveland ta3,titleist.

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
4
[Jan 20, 2008]
Salvatta
Scratch Golfer
Model Reviewed: Apex FTX

The whole set just looks awesome for the better player, the dessign is great, with minimal offset and thin top line. The forged clubheads feel great when hit crisp, but also wear off quickly, as the material is pretty soft.
I especially like the short and middle irons, which have a true boring trajectory, and are not hard to hit; and the fact that you can really shape your shots with these clubs. It's a lot easier to hit a low penetrating shot with, let's say, a 5-iron, than it was with my old clubs (Callaway X16ProSeries).
What I don't like much is the distance control you get with middle and long irons. Overall distance is fine, but there's a big difference when you hit it normal and when you hit it really crisp, so you often hit it past the flagstick when struck great. Also I find it pretty hard to hit the long irons (3&4) consistently, especially from the fairway or, even worse, from the rough; the trajectory is a bit too low (some swing speed is needed here!) and, if you miss the centre of the face a bit, the results aren't good.
Overall, they are great clubs for the better player who keeps his swing fine-tuned. Now that are on sale, you won't find many products with these quality and performance for that price.

Customer Service

Bought them at RockBottomGolf.com for 400$, shipped fast and in good condition.

OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
4
[Dec 18, 2007]
Dave B.
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed: B.H APEX FTX IRONS

FANTASTIC SOFT FORGED IRONS FEEL LIKE BUTTER WHEN HIT WELL,FORGIVING WHEN A LITTLE OFF CENTRE. CLIMBING TRAJECTORY AND DROP AND STOP REMINISCENT OF THE OLD LETTERS MASTER MODEL BLADES(MY RESERVE SET.) SO GOOD, I HAVE TWO SETS, ONE TO KEEP IN SPAIN. BEAUTIFUL LOOKING IRONS BUT MORE FORGIVING THAN BLADES. DON,T BUY THEM IF YOU ARE A HIGH HANDICAPPER AND NEED CAVITY IRONS. DO BUY THEM IF YOU WANT TO WORK AT YOUR SWING AND IMPROVE. I NOTICE NEW MODELS BY CALLAWAY AND OTHERS ARE NOW COPYING THESE - MORE EVIDENCE NEEDED? SUITS UPPER SINGLE FIGURE PLAYERS OR THOSE ASPIRING TO BE.I'M OFF 7 BUTOUR 1 HANDICAPPER (350 YD DRIVES )ALSO USES THEM. THE ACCURACY OF THESE IRONS IS PHENOMENAL, WHETHER HIT STRAIGHT, DRAW OR FADE.HIT'EM HIGH OR LOW AND SEE THE AMAZING BLADE-LIKE SOARING TRAJECTORY JUST LIKE THE PROS DO.

Customer Service

DELIVERY AND CONDITION EXCELLENT. THESE BOYS KNOW HOW TO FORGE A CLUB, PROVIDE BACK-UP AND PRESENT IT.

Similar Products Used:

CUT MUSCLE/MUSCLE,IRONS BY VARIOUS MAKERS, AND BLADES INCLUDING MIZUNO,CALLAWAY AND LETTERS ( MIZUNO BLADES SEEM TO BE MODELLED ON LETTERS' MASTER MODEL.(THERE'S A LIMIT TOTHE COSMETIC NONSENSE YOU CAN DO TO A BLADE SO THEY'RE ALL BASICALLY THE SAME APPEARANCE.)

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Nov 29, 2007]
mratlndmrk
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed: Ben Hogan FTX

I moved to the BH FTX's from a set of BH Apex Plus (which I still use as my set of "Florida" clubs) as I wanted the blade in the lower irons but not the higher ones and the FTX's fit the bill. My game went from the high 80's to the low 80's with the Apex's, and now with these FTX's I get so much more feel with the 8-PW. I also have a set of BH Riviera wedges (50 and 56) to complement my irons and my short game is spot on because of the incredible feel. Thus my score continues to trend downward. I will say that these irons are not for over 10 handicappers. But then again what the heck do I know. It's not like I'm a touring pro or a certified teacher. I should just stick to the review. They let you know when you mis hit a shot. But if you consistently can hit the middle of the club, you can work the ball both ways with these with ease.

Customer Service

Haven't used.

Similar Products Used:

BH Apex Plus
Titlest DCI

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Oct 05, 2007]
Mike
Scratch Golfer
Model Reviewed: Ben Hogan FTX

These irons are great. A little hard to hit with the minimal offset but if you are a 6 handicap or lower, I recommend it. Great feel and shot shaping capabilities.

OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
5
[Aug 31, 2007]
russellalanmeyer
Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed: BH Apex FTX Steel Stiff Flex Irons

I am a first year golfer that learned with Hogan Radial forged irons. Once I was able to strike them with consistency I decided to upgrade to newer technology.

I immediately noticed that the progressive cavity back on the FTX irons keeps mis-hit shots relatively straight and long. This makes a difference especially when using the harder to hit 3 and 4 irons. Well struck shots feel nothing short of spectacular.

Golfers that struggle with putting spin on the ball should find these to be a nice fit as well. I have found that I can even get shots to stick with my 5 iron.

Overall great looking, great performing club. I have taken 10 strokes off since purchasing these clubs and shot a round best of 84. I recommend these to any decent, consistent ball striker.

Customer Service

Have not used

Similar Products Used:

BH Radial Forged Irons

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
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