Titleist’s AP irons are the most technologically advanced clubs the company has
ever made. So much so that while the cast AP1 provides the kind of feel and
feedback low handicappers need, they provide enough forgiveness for even mid
handicappers. (The forged AP2 is smaller with thinner lines.)
The AP1’s
forgiveness comes from a sizeable cavity back with an elastomer insert,
thicker sole and a low center of gravity to help shots get in the air. Distance
was impressive, thanks to strong lofts. “Despite the thick sole, I never felt
like the club got caught up in the turf, which happens a lot with clubs with
larger heads,” says an 8. “And the forgiveness was impressive. Thin and toe hits
were hard to distinguish.”
MSRP: $1125 (graphite shafts); $900 (steel); 3–PW
