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Would you buy a true 1 iron, or a 1 iron hybrid ?

I found one of each on ebay. I can get the regular traditional 1 iron, or I can get the 1 iron hybrid. The regular iron is 40' long, and the CC and loft is unknown. The hybrid is 39.5' long with a 15' loft and 75cc. I'm primarily looking to use this off the tee, so Im wondering if i may get more distance with the hybrid ? Also, the hybrid is about $5 cheaper.
oh, and the true iron ha d agraphite shaft, the hybrid has a steel shaft, if that information helps anyone with their answer.

I think the loft of the 1-iron will be more than the 15* hybrid, maybe 16-17 degrees. Add to that the fact that the hybrid will be more forgiving and give you a higher ball flight (newer technology).....so I'd agree that you'd get more distance with the hybrid.

From your question, it sounds as if your main concern is distance. If that's the case, the hybrid is the easy answer. The 1-iron would be great if you were looking for a nice controlled low shot off of the tee--maybe a club used for special holes where you would need to split a tight fairway with a lot of wind. But other than for that type of specialty shot, I'd go with the hybrid...and you'd be able to use the hybrid on your par 5 approach shots, as well as hitting out of heavy rough, and the greenside shots that Tiger mentioned above.

So, the hybrid gives you more for your money, as well...

Kent McAlister & Iron Choir Montreal Practice Loft

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GOLFSMITH Hand Held Loft and Lie Guage $19.99 Golfsmith Hand Held Loft and Lie Gauge Now you can quickly and accurately take several clubhead measurements without the hassle of locking the club into an intricate club measuring gauge. The Hand-Held Loft/Lie Gauge is as inexpensive as it is easy to use. To use, lock either the club or protractor arm into a vise. Then, using the three gauge attachments, rotate the protractor to measure loft, lie and hosel bore exit angles of both metal wood and iron heads, and iron head sole bounce angles. Works on either right- or left-handed clubs. Instructions with picture guide included. Instruction manual (1.4Mb)

GOLFSMITH Professional Loft/Lie Machine $499.99 Golfsmith Professional Loft/Lie Machine The Golfsmith Professional Loft/Lie Machine features a finely machined, dial-down clamp with soft metal jaws that keep nicks and mars to a minimum; rollers on the sole mount that readily accommodate cambered sole iron heads; and clear, easy-to-read side-by-side loft and lie indicators that give accurate readings every time. Redesigned with a new clamping seat, dual-roller soling discs and a newly designed topline clamp to provide an even more secure hold on clubheads and far more accurate bends. Offers the same or higher security than many other machines that cost up to 4 times as much. We re so convinced you ll be completely satisfied with the Golfsmith Professional Loft & Lie Machine that we offer an unconditional 60-day performance guarantee. If, for any reason, you are dissatisfied with the performance of this tool, simply return it to Golfsmith in undamaged condition within 60 days for a full refund or credit. No questions asked! Features: Consistent, accurate readings ( 1°) Works on Forged or Investment cast irons Accepts full oversize irons and wedges Works on right- or left-handed clubs Locking mechanism guarantees against slippage during bending Adjusts a full set of irons in minutes Ultra sturdy steel construction Bending bar included Mounts on workbench, or use optional heavy-duty stand A Soling Clamp Upgrade Kit (#824318) is available to clubmakers with existing Professional Loft & Lie Machines. Instruction manual (336kb)

Loft $40.44 The loft is increasingly the residential image most identified with New York. Originally popularized by artists and designers, the enormous raw spaces, most often in old industrial buildings in lower Manhattan, have been laboratories for the creativity of architects. Some of the most striking and important residential design of the latter part of the twentieth century has been created for lofts. Celebrated design arbiter Mayer Rus has had unparalleled access to the most exceptional new projects. He has gathered a great variety of architects and designers -- all widely published in popular and trade magazines -- for the book: Henry Smith-Miller and Laurie Hawkinson, Peter Stamberg and Paul Aferiat, Architecture Research Office, and Deborah Berke. Paul Warchol`s exquisite photographs, most taken especially for this volume, capture not only the design and details but the qualities of light, context, and history that make each loft unique. The engaging text highlights the designers, owners, and their residences, in addition to evoking the dramatic qualities of loft living.

GOLFSMITH Ultimate Loft/Lie Bending Machine $699.99 Golfsmith Ultimate Loft/Lie Bending Machine This Ultimate Loft/Lie Bending Machine is 25% larger than the Professional Loft & Lie Machine, making it easier to work with, more powerful and more accurate. Features: 100% milled construction ensures quality and precision operation along with complete accuracy of gauge readings Loft and lie angel scale with full angle reading from 17 to 70 degrees Precision-machined and engraved lie and loft angle protractors with large and clear graduations for added convenience and accuracy Solid S45C precision-machined and chrome-plated frame for durability Narrow base with extra deep throat (five inches) to accommodate today s largest iron heads with bending room to spare Sturdy and dependable upper clamp mechanism with a long-life, 3/4 top clamp bolt No slip lower clamp arrangement features indexable soling clamp sheaves Bolts onto Golfsmith s current loft/lie machine stand (No. 240791), or mount onto your workbench or clamp in a vise This product comes with: A bending bar Standard Brass Upper Clamp for Convential irons. (qty 1) Standard Brass Sheaves on the soling Clamp. (qty 2) Brass soling blocs for Hybrids (qty 2) Patented Contour Rubberized Top Clamp (qty 1) Instruction manual (368kb)

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Adams Men's Tight Lies GT i-Wood Hybrid RH Used $19.5 The Adams Tight Lies GT i-Wood is designed to offer the distance of a fairway wood, with easier playability and control than a long iron. With a center of gravity that is lower and further back than an iron, the i-Wood creates a higher trajectory and softer landing shot than an iron of comparable loft, without sacrificing distance.

Mizuno MX-100 Hybrid Iron Set $599.95 Mizuno MX-100 Hybrid Iron Set - The MX-100 Hybrid Iron Set was designed by Mizuno with Y-Tune technology making it the most forgiving iron set Mizuno offers. Y-Tune technology expands and extends the sweet area of the club face out towards the toe giving you ultimate forgiveness on mis-hits. The MX-100 hybrids are made with the ""Drop Down Crown"" allowing for you to adjust the lie and the loft. These irons were designed with the ultimate in forgiveness and ease of play, the perfect choice for the mid-high handicap golfer. *Y-Tune Technology provides a huge sweet area for maximum forgiveness *""Drop Down Crown"" technology on #4 and #% hybrids allows for adjustments to the lie and loft *Super wide sole design provides consistent playability and forgiveness for all types of lies *Modified U-grooves provide an ideal spin rate for playability in any conditions

Mizuno MX-100 Hybrid Iron Set $599.95 Mizuno MX-100 Hybrid Iron Set - The MX-100 Hybrid Iron Set was designed by Mizuno with Y-Tune technology making it the most forgiving iron set Mizuno offers. Y-Tune technology expands and extends the sweet area of the club face out towards the toe giving you ultimate forgiveness on mis-hits. The MX-100 hybrids are made with the ""Drop Down Crown"" allowing for you to adjust the lie and the loft. These irons were designed with the ultimate in forgiveness and ease of play, the perfect choice for the mid-high handicap golfer. *Y-Tune Technology provides a huge sweet area for maximum forgiveness *""Drop Down Crown"" technology on #4 and #% hybrids allows for adjustments to the lie and loft *Super wide sole design provides consistent playability and forgiveness for all types of lies *Modified U-grooves provide an ideal spin rate for playability in any conditions

Titleist Men's 503.H Hybrid RH Used $225 The 503.H utility iron is designed to provide the better player with a long game yardage gap and trajectory solution. The innovative design and construction provides a more manageable trajectory versus a high loft fairway and more playable trajectory versus a long iron. The 503.H provides the player with a set composition alternative to a high loft fairway metal or their longest iron carried.

Titleist PT 585.H Hybrid Utility Metal $199.95 The new 585???H utility metals blend the best playing characteristics of fairway metals and long irons to provide greater versatility and shot making options from the tee, fairway and rough. Developed with input from touring professionals, the new 585???H offers fairway metal-type launch with a flatter ball flight for iron-like control. Optimum performance is achieved by using a contoured sole with a tungsten sole weight to push the CG low and deep for higher initial launch with easy-up playability. The straight, non-offset hosel design promotes a neutral ball flight with a lower apex than traditional high loft fairways and other game improvement utilities for greater shot and trajectory control. The sleek, teardrop shaped clubhead sets up perfectly square for a confidence-inspiring appearance, and a wider, shallow face offers a larger hitting area than an iron. The wider face and deeper CG provide greater forgiveness versus long irons. Its Tour-preferred flight, versatility and appearance instill the confidence better players rely upon to execute the most demanding long-game shots. Because we believe, as they do, that every club is a scoring club. *Better player preferred, non-offset appearance with fairway metal-type launch with a flatter down range flight *431 stainless steel body, 455 stainless steel face insert, 20g tungsten sole weight *Titleist Tour Velvet Rubber grip *

Titleist PT 585.H Hybrid Utility Metal $199.95 The new 585???H utility metals blend the best playing characteristics of fairway metals and long irons to provide greater versatility and shot making options from the tee, fairway and rough. Developed with input from touring professionals, the new 585???H offers fairway metal-type launch with a flatter ball flight for iron-like control. Optimum performance is achieved by using a contoured sole with a tungsten sole weight to push the CG low and deep for higher initial launch with easy-up playability. The straight, non-offset hosel design promotes a neutral ball flight with a lower apex than traditional high loft fairways and other game improvement utilities for greater shot and trajectory control. The sleek, teardrop shaped clubhead sets up perfectly square for a confidence-inspiring appearance, and a wider, shallow face offers a larger hitting area than an iron. The wider face and deeper CG provide greater forgiveness versus long irons. Its Tour-preferred flight, versatility and appearance instill the confidence better players rely upon to execute the most demanding long-game shots. Because we believe, as they do, that every club is a scoring club. *Better player preferred, non-offset appearance with fairway metal-type launch with a flatter down range flight *431 stainless steel body, 455 stainless steel face insert, 20g tungsten sole weight *Titleist Tour Velvet Rubber grip *

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Nextt 64-degree Loft Golf Smoke Wedge $28.49 Nextt Golf Series of wedges are designed to fit any style of playSmoke wedges provide beautiful contoured lines and are crafted to meet the toughest standards Golf club has uniquely balanced back weighting concept

Hippo Air Golf Wedge $38.99 Hot new 60 degree Hippo Air golf wedge has unique design that guarantees an easy out from the toughest lies or deepest bunkerSingle golf wedge has oversized hollow core stainless steel headTruly a pin seeking scoring machine

Nextt 60-degree Golf Smoke Wedge Loft $27.49 Nextt Golf Series of wedges are designed to fit any style of playSmoke wedges provide beautiful contoured lines and are crafted to meet the toughest standards Golf club has uniquely balanced back weighting concept

Nextt 56-degree Loft Golf Smoke Wedge $27.99 Nextt Golf Series of wedges are designed to fit any style of playSmoke wedges provide beautiful contoured lines and are crafted to meet the toughest standardsGolf club has a uniquely balanced back weighing concept

Wilson Staff TW9 Tour Milled Black Wedge $55.99 The Wilson Staff TW9 Tour Milled wedge will be a boon to your around-the-green golf game. This men's golf club is available in 52-, 54-, 56-, 58- and 60-degree lofts.

Wilson Staff Men's TW9 Tour Milled Satin Wedge $52.99 The Wilson Staff TW9 Tour Milled wedge will be a boon to your around-the-green golf game. This men's golf club is available in 52-, 54-, 56-, 58- and 60-degree lofts.

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LH TaylorMade R9 7 Iron, 32* loft, Motore R Flex $15.00

LH Callaway X-22 6 iron, 30* loft, steel shaft $12.00

Mizuno MP Fli-Hi Cut Muscle 2 Iron 18* loft $1.04

LH TITLEIST 755 3 AND 4 IRON - STD LOFT, LENGTH, LIE $0.99

NEW XDS Cabriolet Wide Sole Iron,Steel,Choose loft/flex $24.95

NEW XDS Cabriolet Wide Sole Iron,Grpht,Choose loft/flex $29.95

Cleveland LDI Driving Iron 21* loft Regular NEW $59.99

New Chipper combines the loft of an 8-iron feel of putt $26.50

Titleist 503 H Hybrid Driving Iron 19* loft X100 NEW $89.99

MENS GOLF CLUBS - RH 21deg LOFT TOUR SELECT 4 IRON $21.99

X HYBRID 19,22,25 DEGREE LOFT 3,4,5 IRON HYBRID $125.00

MEN'S GOLF CLUBS--8 PC SET HYBRID IRONS 18-42 deg LOFT $229.99

Brand New Cleveland Niblick Short Iron Hybrid 42 Loft $90.99

Brand New Cleveland Niblick Short Iron Hybrid 37 Loft $90.99

DUNLOP UTILITY 4 IRON 22* LOFT- GRAPHITE R FLEX - NICE! $24.99

VINTAGE RARE 30'S MCDONALD SAND IRON 35.5" 60* OF LOFT $19.99

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