These face slots will help to reduce the amount of distance lost on off-centre hits.
A big thing for TaylorMade in 2017 is the sound and feel of their golf clubs.
They are calling the technology in the M2 irons Geocoustics where they have used a new badge and dampening system behind the face to create a pleasing sound.
What’s a pleasing sound? Well TaylorMade say on an iron like this it needs to be loud enough to make the player feel like the ball is coming off the face fast – but not too loud or harsh.
TaylorMade 2017 M2 irons review – First impressions
I’d say the looks of the 2017 M2 irons are a big improvement.
The original M2 irons were just going to put too many people off from the outset for being too large and chunky.
They were the best-selling iron in the USA last year but that is more of an indicator about the average ability level.
But that tells me that these irons work superbly well for higher handicappers – especially those looking for more distance.
I definitely found a few extra yards. I’m unsure whether or not they were flying further than the original M2 but certainly further than most other irons I have tested this year.
A well struck shot was going 165 yards for me which is 10 yards further than the current irons I play.
I found the performance on mis-hits to be excellent as I hit quite a few ropey shots during my fitting but never seemed to suffer a massive drop in distance.
I’d say this is the key area where these clubs differ to the new M1 irons.
I did notice more of a drop in distance when I mis-hit the M1.
The sound is a bit sweeter but, for me, is still quite loud and harsh compared to some others on the market.
But I love the performance and would struggle to make a decent case for me not using this irons on the course.
Who doesn’t want their irons to go further? Who doesn’t want forgiveness on mis-hits?
There are so many people who let their ego get in the way of getting an iron right for their game.
Don’t discount these just because you want something smaller and sleeker. Give them a try, look at the numbers and then make a decision.
For better players, they might just go a bit too far…
Details
SRP: Steel 7-piece set – £699
7-iron loft: 28.5˚
Available: January 27, 2017
For more visit the TaylorMade website HERE
