published: Oct 13, 2020

updated: Oct 3, 2023

All the Gear: Stunning new Callaway irons, bags galore, and remember that Adam Scott putter?

Hannah Holden

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It’s time for another equipment round-up and this week Hannah Holden’s got her eyes on the new Callaway utility club

The new releases are coming thick and fast and this week it’s Callaway irons catching my eye, while there are some swanky new bags on offer, and LAB putters upgrade the putter that made them famous…

Callaway X Forged UT irons

Despite what Bryson DeChambeau may make you think utility irons are still very popular on tour as players opt for both a fairway finder and a club to hit into par 5s.

Callaway tell me the new X Forged UT driving iron is designed to promote faster ball speeds but have a relocated CG position for optimal trajectory and launch.

Keep your eyes out for lots of these on tour in the coming weeks…

Available: October 29
RRP: £229
More information: Callaway website

Callaway Apex irons

My goodness, how good do these look?

Naturally these are designed for the best ball strikers in the game which you can see from the compact shape and thin topline and sole. They are very traditional with a classic shape and style, the only notable exception being a the screw in the bag of the clubhead.

This is a new weight designed to be in the centre of the clubhead. This allows the swingweight of the club to be precisely dialled in for each player without altering the CG location.

The Apex irons are not currently available in Europe, but it is understood that they will be introduced and available at retail across Europe in the early part of 2021. Stay tuned.

Honma caddie bags

Honma are releasing 14 new bags designed to help you stand out on the course. All bags are leather and come with a caddie carry strap and matching rain hood.

I really like the fact each style is offered in numerous colourways so you can find something that really suits your eye. Here are some of my favourites…

Related: Rose helped design Honma’s new clubs – but how do they perform?

Available: Now
RRP: From £200
More information: Honma website

Speaking of new bags, there’s also this from Ping…

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Related: New bag? Cart, stand or pencil – we’ve got you covered

LAB broomstick putters

LAB Golf might not be working with Adam Scott any more but they have expanded their putter line to include a broomstick handle option to their existing DF 2.1 and B.2 putter head offerings.

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Both putters can be ordered directly from the LAB Golf website with numerous custom options such as shaft type, length, and colour. You can also customise the putter head with numerous colours and alignment styles offered. Find out more about the LAB DF 2.1 putter from the video below…

Available: Now
RRP: From £325
More information: LAB Golf website

Right that’s enough from me for one week. If you’re after more equipment content, be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel.

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About the author

Hannah Holden

The owner of the most delicious swing in the golf media industry, Hannah spends her days talking into a camera about equipment to help you make an informed decision on your next purchase.

Hannah, who joined NCG in 2019 after briefly flirting with a career in architecture, plays for Yorkshire Ladies and is the manager of the England Golf Yorkshire Girls Under-18 squad.

Away from golf, Hannah likes cuddling her dog, exercising, and cooking. (Not at the same time.)

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