This set of clubs are definitely fake Callaway clubs. 2 different Golf shops (iFIT Golf, part of Golf Etc franchise & World Wide of Golf, located in greater Sacramento area - Folsom & Roseville, respectively. Each shop had a PGA Pro Golfer, one was a manager and the other owned the golf shop, that worked with me to verify this set of clubs' authenticity) verified these are not authentic Callaway clubs and sited many characteristics that indicate these are not genuine Callaway clubs (I'll share these characteristics later in review). Upon recieving the clubs, I noticed small rust spots on the face of the 3 & 5 Woods. I then proceeded to look at each individual club in great detail and noticed many of the iron cavity's had rust in them. I quickly realized these clubs could be imitation clubs so I proceeded to take them to a shop to verify they are real Callaway clubs. The first shop immediately knew they were fake based upon the bag and covers. Upon closer inspection, the gentlemen pointed out several different reasons these clubs are fake and visually showed the difference between these clubs and genuine X-20 clubs. They also indicated these clubs are "not even good fakes". To verify this opinion, I proceeded to take the set to a different shop. The second shop is one of the biggest and most reputable golf shops in the Sacramento region of California. I had 2 gentlemen there look at the clubs and much like the first shop, they indicated the clubs are fake and sited several reasons. Below is a summary of all the characteristics/reasons that make this particular set of clubs fake/non-genuine Callaway clubs. - Driver & Woods do not have signature white strip of paint on top half of club (ask for pic from seller & verify with pic off google) - Parts are not authentic Callaway parts (not clear to new/inexperienced golfers, like myself) - Shafts are not genuine Callaway - Grips are not genuine Callaway - Wood covers are not genuine Callaway - Bag is not a known authentic Callaway bag - CHEAP MATERIALS!!! Clearly, Callaway only uses the highest grade of materials - Metal is not rust proof - small rust spots on the face of the 3 & 5 wood & in the cavity's of the irons, indicating the metal is lower grade steel (per previous comment, this is one of the main/original reasons I suspected the clubs to be not authentic Callaway) - The paint looks to be powder coated on and is chipping/flaking away; genuine Callaway clubs use high grade paint that does not flake/chip away (At first, I thought this was because the clubs were used more than 2-3 times and/or used in rough environment. I later was informed it was because the paint was cheap) - Face Plates on irons appear to be fake and glued on - Putter is BLATANTLY fake Callaway - It's made with very cheap metal and possibly plastic - the manufacturing of the putter is terrible! - Machining of clubs are not characteristic of Callaway manufacturing - The machining of the metal is rough and has sharp edges - Putter looks almost like it was machined in a garage type set-up - The iron cavity area does not have smooth surfaces, having peaks and valleys caused by poor machining - The Chrome is not real high grade chrome - the first shop put these irons next to real Callaway irons and it was clear the chrome finish on these clubs is not real and possibly not even chrome. - No serial numbers on any of the clubs BUYERS BEWARE of this set of clubs!Read full review
I read the review in Golf Magazine and used these clubs (different model) while on vacation and hit the ball very well. There is a lot of forgiveness designed into these clubs for slightly off center hits. I score in the low 100s (because I don't play often enough). I was much better with long irons for accuracy than my Square Twos which are a tad out dated. The fiber glass shafts allow me to swing easy and make solid contact for greater distance and accuracy. And they look great! The seller delivered the product within days and I've been very satisfied with both the price and performance of this product.
I absolutely love these clubs! Just got back from my first time at the driving range with them. It took a few swings to get used to each iron but once I did it was a beautiful sight. I had been playing callaway x-12's with reg. flex graphite shafts and these things put them to shame. The ball flight was a bit higher and the distance was about 10-15yds further with the 4-6 iron and thats using range balls. The ball seemed to react a lot better when taking a little larger divot than what I was used to from my old graphite irons. I would recommend these clubs to anyone who is looking for a quality club for a very reasonable price. Handicap:9
If you're looking to upgrade an old set of clubs and have a mid or higher handicap, the X-20s will help. I played with some X-14s and have already noticed a straighter ball flight, more forgiving sweet spot, and an improved visaul feel at setup. The only drawback so far is a little distance loss, but I'm adjusting to that, and maybe after a little bit of getting used to them, I'll find that 8-10 yards back. The distance isn't that big of a loss considering how much straighter the ball is flying.
I am 60+ years old and my handicap is 16 (I usually break 90). My previous set of irons: TaylorMade OS2 with medium-flex steel shafts. I absolutely love the Callaway X-20 irons with the A-Flex (Senior Flex) graphite shafts. This setup has regained the 10 yards I’ve lost on my club distance as I’ve aged, but there is no sacrifice in accuracy. The Callaway X-20 irons are suited to a mid-handicap or a high-handicap player looking to improve their game. The sole is wide enough to be forgiving, but not so wide that it prevents taking a decent divot. The Callaway “A” flex graphite shaft (on the set I tested) provides the spring and less weight an older player needs to recapture their “youthful distance” without sacrificing accuracy. I can “work” the ball’s flight with this set of irons (albeit, it is easier to accomplish a draw than a fade with the A-Flex graphite shafts).Read full review