Titleist AP2 irons are advanced performance, multi-material, dual cavity, technical forged irons providing traditional solid feel, looks and shot control for the skilled player.
AP2’s high technology multi-material construction features a forged 1025 carbon steel body, tungsten nickel box, elastomer cushion and aluminum cavity plate to deliver outstanding performance and feel.
The high density tungsten nickel box is laser welded to the back and sole. This locates the center of gravity in the center, low, and deep to improve launch conditions. The box structure and tungsten nickel material tune low frequency vibration for unmatched solid feel.
The dual cavity design of AP2 pushes weight to the perimeter. The central cross member with soft elastomer cushion provides rigidity behind the face for solid feel while reducing face vibration.
Titleist AP2 irons offer a contemporary, confidence inspiring appearance in the playing position with a traditional profile and blade hosel junction. The metallic cavity plate tunes sound and feel and provides attractive cosmetics for great bag appeal.
The new Titleist AP2 irons – Advanced Performance You Can Feel.
can be tough to hit for less skilled players, pricey
Rating:
I can see where Titleist the AP moniker from. They do provide advanced performance and workability for anybody who knows anything about a golf swing. While they may not be the easiest things to hit, when they're on, they're on. The stock projectX shafts provide a low penetrating ball flight but not so low as to reduce length. At address they are gorgeous and sound as good as they look on a solid shot. If you can afford the high price tag, they are some of the best irons for a skilled player. Definitely worth a test for anyone in the market.
Excellent player's CB; workable; forgiving for a players club; PX is stock shaft.
Cons:
Cost; tend to flight the ball high; feel's slightly clicky; tend to dig
Rating:
The AP2 is marketed as a players' CB, and I believe Titliest hit their mark with it.
Appearance
There is much disagreement over the aesthetics of the AP2s. Some hate the badge in the cavity, calling it busy and unnecessary. Others wail about the chunky top line. For me, the top line looks slightly thicker than others in the same class (Mizuno MP-52, for example), but definitely on par or thinner than plenty of others (Adams A4, for example). From address, the back cavity can't be seen, but even in the bag, I like the design on the back. It's not too distracting to the eye, but it's definitely noticeable. I also like the fact that there aren't any garish colors or exotic designs. They exude a very business-like aura, while still offering confidence for the mid-capper and a workable look for the low-capper.
To my eye, there isn't too much offset, and the club sets up nicely. The pocket in the cavity isn't visible from setup, even in the longer irons. I think the look from setup is clean, and the club frames the ball nicely.
Function
Here's where the AP2 shines for me. Coming from a GI iron, I was afraid that these would take some getting used to. Not at all. While the ball flight is a little bit high (a common complaint among detractors), I find these easily workable and easy to hit. One of the biggest reasons I switched to the AP2s was the forgiveness. I was set on Mizuno, but ultimately felt that I could get much more consistent, playable results with the AP2. These are no harder to hit than some GI irons. Mis-hits don't rattle your teeth, and I only lose about 10 yards of distance. These are point and shoot for me.
I wouldn't rate these too high on feel - they're definitely clickier than others - but a flush shot still feels flush. Part of me wonders how much of the clicky feeling is due to the Project X shafts, but one thing the shaft does is provide a high, flat trajectory, with manageable spin. I rarely get more than a short hop and a stop, or a foot or two spinning back.
One gripe I do have is that these tend to dig a little bit. I think that's why they changed the bounce angle slightly in the AP2 710 (09-10 version). Still, it's not too big an issue.
As far as being able to work the ball, I have no problem hitting these left or right. Controlling trajectory is more difficult, but I can knock down a shot pretty well.
Price
The AP2s are relatively expensive as compared to other irons. At (currently) $899, they're at least a hundred dollars more expensive than comparable sets. When these came out, they were closer to $1000 a set, which was really ludicrous. The stock PX was nice, but if you're going to pay for it anyways, why not just offer it as an option?
Still, for the club you get, the price is not unreasonably high. These are a great option for those in the market for a forgiving forged players CB with cash to burn.
Short irons (9 and W) tend to balloon, sole is a tad thick
Rating:
I've played these now for a little over a year with good success. They set up well, with just the right amount of offset for my eye. Clubhead overall is perhaps a little bigger than I'd like, but I've got no issue with having the added forgiveness that comes along with that.
Feel is good, not completely buttery like a Mizuno or old Hogan feel, but solid. For me where the clubs really shine is that shots hit one or two grooves low (slightly thin) lose very little distance, and this is my main mishit. Distance control with all irons is very good.
I'm not completely sold on the PX shaft, my other experience with them was in a set of Cally X-Forged ('07) and I got rid of those quickly. So I may experiment with something in the True Temper line this winter.
Not a huge fan of the cosmetics on the back, but those don't hit the shots!
Can't really comment on value, as my dad is an employee at another Fortune Brands company and gets a good deal on Titleist stuff.
Overall though, for someone who tries to keep a 2-4 handicap but doesn't practice as much with young kid(s) now, they do a very nice job.
After hitting these irons for the first time, I knew they would be the next set I bought. I went to the driving range to get fitted for a new set of irons. I had a choice between the Callaway X-22's, Ping G10s, the AP2's and the TaylorMade TP's.
After hitting all of the irons, I got the most distance and had the tightest dispersion with these irons. I ended up getting these with the Project X 5.5's. I get at least 5-7 more yards with these irons versus my last set, the Callaway X-14 Pro Series.
I love these irons and they were well worth the investment.
This review is for the new 710 AP2. I had it shafted with the stock S300 and stock grips. First off, when I received these irons, I spent a every minute just staring at these beauties. They are beautiful to look at. You can really feel the head with the DG shaft. I have only hit these at the range but so far, so good. Put a nice easy swing on these, and the balls go straight or a little draw. Keep the face open on the release and fades are super easy. Hit near the sweet spot and you get nice soft forged feedback. Though not as buttery as Mizuno, forgiveness on the AP2 more than makes up for it.
Awesome clubs. great value. look great and feel wonderful
by taygolf52 on November 24, 2009
Pros:
great feel great look
Cons:
each to dent up but all forged irons are hard to find LH Gap Wedge
Rating:
I love these irons. They feel great and they hit the ball wonderfully. I have project X 5.5 shafts and with a smooth swing they simply launch the ball high and straight. Nothing better out there
Solid feel and consistent shots. Very easy to work the ball and control flight.
Cons:
I didn't like the standard project-x shafts. The DGS300 were more consistent for me.
Rating:
I needed a set of sticks that I could control like a set of muscle backs, but did not punish you that bad on a miss hit. These clubs feel amazing and produce solid performance shot after shot.
Great club... excellent combination of forgiveness and workability. Excellent feel.
Cons:
None
Rating:
The 2010 AP2 was worth the wait. I ordered the clubs with Sensicore... My wrists did not hurt after 18 today. This is a excellent combination for the golfer who struggles with joint pain.
Pros: With Proj. X 5.5 great feel, really like the trajectory.
Cons: My set heavy swing wt; takes getting used to.
Rating:
I have been a Titeist devotee for many years - DCI Black; 962B; 962; 981; 690.CB; Vokey wedges; Scotty Cameron putter; Cobra Hybrids; Driver 909D Comp; 906 F 3w and 5w. Just went to 710 AP2, Proj. X 5.5, 4 - 9; 710 CB PW custome set and this is the best yet. Great feel - perfect for my game - HDCP 8; age 67.
