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Quantnan 17 April 27, 2023 0 Comments

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I noticed on the MPF rating page that the TS-4 has a higher MPF than the TS1-IM!
1) Is this correct?
2) Are we now at the point where all the newer Maltby “player” designs are “up there” in terms of forgiveness and buyers (like me) are splitting hairs between models?

Observation

I don’t think the difference in the higher TS-3 MPF will show up in my scores but it could for others. Therefore, the decision for those of us who want a Maltby universal hosel and forged club now seems to rest primarily with confidence at address and ego (strength of loft) instead of off-center hit performance. Your success in designing quality products has me temporarily overthinking my upcoming purchase…

Britt Lindsey Answered question April 27, 2023

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Answer 1 · 2023-04-27T18:32:25+00:00

The very slight difference in the TS1-IM and the TS4 is correct. However, as Ralph has always said, it is very difficult for most players to notice small differences in the MPF (even up to a 100 pt. difference). We have dialed in our design formula over the years that enables us to design classic looking irons that still have high playability. I’m not sure why we would ever not do that.

Your observation when looking at designs like the TS1-IM and the TS4 is right on point I think. When the MPF rating is that close, it’s about the features that best fit your game, such as the lofts, the bounce, the offsets and of course the look. The good news, at least from my clearly biased viewpoint, is that you can’t make a wrong decision based on the playability and performance.

Britt Lindsey