what clubs?!?!

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i agree that it is unfair of me to ask you to suggest clubs to me without seeing my swing, but i am unaware of the current brands/makes/models and their value. i dont know what is good and what isnt. you dont have to tell me what i should buy, but if you could tell me what you think MIGHT be good for me, it would help. please list some possible clubs so that i could try them out at a local pro shop. the only qualification is that they are under 250..... (used)
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i am a 15 year old golfer, and i have been playing for 2 years on a pair of womens clubs that i got when my dad didnt want to spend alot on clubs because he didnt know if i would stick with golf or not. i have been playing with them, and for the last 6 months i have been playing with my dads mens tommy armour clubs. for my 16th bday, on 0ct. 25th, i am gonna get some a new set of irons only. (i like my 52, 56, and 60 degree wedges, and i got a taylormade driver last year for my bday) i need to know what are some good irons for me to try out and potentially buy. the only guidelines that the clubs need to follow is that they are mens, right handed clubs, that have that "explosive" pop off of the ball. the kind you get when you strike a ball perfectly, and it you cant even feel the impact of the ball. that "pop" i have found in my dads tommy armour silver scots, and until then i didnt even know i could hit the ball that farther. those 129 dollar womens clubs are holding me back, so i need your advice. what brand/make/model of irons do you suggest. feel free to suggest an iron based on what someone who owns the clubs has to say about their expierience with the clubs.

thank you a bunch,
Jonathan Marshburn

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Jonathan:  You are very smart to be looking for used clubs as you probably haven't stopped growing and changes to your build will certainly affect your abiltiy to use the clubs you did before the changes take place.

What's important in choosing a set of irons is to select ones with a shaft that suits your game.  It sounds like your Dad's fit the bill.  I would make sure the clubs you get have the same flex as his.  You didn't mention what style of clubhead he has, but a low-profile, conventional looking iron would suit you for a long time.  No reason to try finding the same set as his.

Keep in mind, having the club look good to you will give you the confidence to hit it well.  So make sure you get the feeling that the club looks like you can hit it easily.

Try to stear clear of knock-offs and look for a high-quality top-of-the line club.  One's no better than the next cause what may be perfect for me, won't be for you.

A local PGA professional may be able to help you find a good set as he is in contact with several golfers every day and if you tell him what you're looking for, he'll be able to put out feelers for you.  He may even let you put a small note card on the course's bulletin board.

Good luck Jonathan.

Fairways and Greens.

John
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Jonathan:  As a professional whose spent the last several years playing and teaching, I haven't been keeping up with the models of various manufacturers but can recommend a few to look at.  I also do not know what the going price will be for used clubs and what model year you should look for to keep within your budget.  Titleist, Taylor Made and Callaway are three I would look at.  All are high quality clubs and will serve you well.

As I said, models change from year to year and which years will fall into your price range depends upon where you live and where you buy.  Used clubs from the newspaper are usually cheaper than those from a Country Club.

Go into a convenience store and look for the free handouts that will let you place an free add.  Place one describing what you're looking for.

Hope this is helpful.

John