I now had my used/demo Blackstone irons for about 6 weeks. That has given me time to get in 14+ rounds of golf (I mostly play 9 holes). I waited to write this review until I felt I could adjust to the new irons.
Pros
1. Looked like new clubs. Did not see any scratches on them.
2. Very good quality grips
3. The same feel for all my 8 irons. It does take some adjustment. I found myself moving the ball placement around depending on whether I thought I had a 9 or 3 iron.
4. It has help with my consistency now that I feel more comfortable with them.
5. My distance gap between clubs is more consistent. I now just use 10 yards as the standard.
6. When I hit a “flush” shot it feels great.
7. I like the black coating with white grooves, it helps with alignment
8. Now that I have adjusted I feel l as comfortable hitting the 19 degree as I do the 47.
Cons
1. Distance clips. For me this was important to make the adjustment to using degrees and not iron numbers. The color for the distance wear off quickly.
2. I do not feel that they are as forgiving.
3. I do not feel I can shape my shots as much.
4. The biggest adjustment was seeing my new “6” iron go 25 yards less my old one. My old one was had a stronger loft that made the difference. Compare loft angles not iron numbers.
Suggestions
1. The white groves get dirty easily so carry a wet towel and brush with you.
2. I kept my old lob and gap wedges in my bag. I may change those later.
3. Adjusting to ball placement being the same. After a few weeks this becomes a positive.
It is the middle of winter and my course does not have lot of grass this time of the year. This means that the fairways are not in the best of conditions. Even with conditions I am having some of my lowest scores of the year. I believe this because I am more comfortable with my distances. I don’t even think about what iron number I want but I consider only the distance. I know that each club is 10 yards longer. I know my swing is the same no matter the club. I plan on using the irons for at least another 3 months before making a final decision but at present I believe these to be in my bag for a long time.
I love these! They look great and I'm hitting things so consistently now. I wish would have bought these years sooner!!
Have not played a round as of yet due to weather but on the range I love how they feel
Just got them. Took 7 days just like was told. After unwrapping them, I looked over the clubs and for a demo set? They are in perfect shape. Not a mark on any of the clubs where they’ve been played with. They were wrapped up just like new clubs. So the only difference between paying a $1,000 to paying $559 is you can return them???? I sold my old set of clubs so this will make me learn to use the same length clubs. We are still snowed in and freezing weather, so I’m looking forward to being able to hit them and see how I do. So far I like the weight and feel of the 1 irons. Thank you for your service and help with explaining them.
Marshall D.
Louisville Kentucky
Well made and surprised to have received a set that really look like new out of the box.
I gotta say the clubs look fantastic but because of winter weather I haven’t been on the course with them. I have chipped some plastic balls down the hallway in the basement and didn’t break anything so that is good. My game needs a reset and I’m hopeful these longer clubs will help.
I’ve purchased a full set of blackstones over a year ago irons :3-lob , driver and 3,5,7 Fairway Woods. I even picked up a putter afterwards.
Very pleased with the quality and performance.
When the regular demo original 1 iron clubs were 50% off the end of the year, I bought them, too. Great backup, travel set.
I have 3 sets of ADAM CB3 years ago that I thought would be my last purchase because I absolutely love them, but 1iron take the cake!
Thanku David Lake!
Elliot
The technical concept of the one length is amazing. I have improved the line and direction of my iron shots dramatically. I’m still struggling to get the distance that I want, specially with the 19 and 23 degrees … but I’m working on it.
The purchase process and customer
attention is outstanding, congrat
Really like the view window.
Very nice covers. Will definitely buy more
The regal 1 clubs are fantastic hit straighter, I lover the grips answer love the distance clips the overall quality is fantastic, customer service is amazing they have been very helpful and very responsive. And order was fulfilled in a very timely fasion specially being custom made, thank you regal 1
Smooth ordering and delivering process. Amazing customer service and overall experience. Currently working on my game with the new clubs.
These were a gift purchase for my son’s upcoming winter birthday. He’s an avid golfer and really liked what he’s been hearing of 1 Iron clubs. He was EXTATIC when he received them! Excellent condition, clean and cared for in shipping and detail. If you’re on the fence: Do it! They are excellent clubs!
I have had iron issues for years, eventually leading me to play an entire set of hybrids. However, the mindset has always been to play irons and single length was the last resort. I admit to being surprised at the ease at which I have been able to adapt to the longer length in the lower numbered irons. Original order was 5 iron through PW, and added GW AND SW. will now order a 3 and 4 irons to replace my other hybrids. The new irons swing very nice, the simplicity of using one swing for all irons is such a good approach to playing. Wish I had done this sooner
Very nice driver and since I have only used it in Michigan during fairly cold weather(low 40’s) it’s rather difficult to give an accurate review. It seems to be pretty decent and fairly accurate off the tee. Will try to give another review in the future! God bless and Merry Christmas!
I look forward to expanding my bag of one iron golf clubs. Appreciate the support received from David, and will report further after I reach my "build out" having the same club "system" from Driver through SW.
Been a disciple of one iron goal for the last 4 years. Just turned 81 and believe it it not, hitting longer with irons and woods and straighter than when I was 50.
Love the grips and club head aesthetics. Not sure yet about distance consistency. Thankful for the distance clips once I learn the club.
These irons are not for me , not to mention the driver combo set… I’ve played 15 /20 rounds with my new set and they don’t feel solid…. I’ve tried everything from practice to playing rounds… I tried different ball placement, stances, and many other things to get better with no luck .. I’m not the best golfer out there but I was a 10 handicap and now 🤷♂️.. i would have never bought if I hit them first.. it’s nothing personal towards the company I just don’t like the product…I spent a lot of money that I’ll never come close to getting back from resale.. I just saying try hitting them before purchasing…
With all woods having the same shaft length, it makes it very easy to repeat the swing and get a solid consistent ball flight.
Been cold and nasty here in Michigan and the courses are closed. Leaving for Florida in a week and will be trying it out then. I will say I bought a set of the black stone irons that came with a 5 wood and 7 wood. The 5 wood is very forgiving and I like it very much. That is my reason for ordering the 3 wood. Have not really used the 7 wood. Sorry but that’s about all I can tell you at this point.