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6.03K viewsJune 19, 2024

justin962 18 June 18, 2024 0 Comments

Hi everyone,

I was curious if anyone could provide insight into the core differences between the TS1-IM, TS4, and the TS3 iron offerings. I see they have different COG’s and MPF’s, but what do those figures translate to in the real world for a golfer shooting in the 90’s, but am progressing quickly?

For example, I saw a Reddit post making claims that each one is more tailored to the location in which you typically strike the ball. One is better if you catch them high vs low on the face. Is there any truth to that? Also sounds like the Ts1-im is a hollow body, ts3 is a cavity, and ts4 is a muscle back, which normally would give me pause, but I’ve read they’re all forgiving despite being different.

As an average golfer, am I going to realistically notice a difference between these 3 models? If so, do you mind providing a little bit of insight into the reasoning in how you typically steer golfers towards a particular model once the overall club genre is established (in this case, I’m looking for game improvements)?

Happy to provide additional data about my swing tendencies, my misses, video, etc if that would help.

Thank you!

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Answer 1 · 2024-06-19T14:50:18+00:00

Was waiting to see if some users would chime in, but I’ll give you the view from the source. All three models were designed to proved the highest performance in their category. So first let me say I don’t think you can make a bad decision. We have all types of players playing all three, from pro level to our level to higher handicap than your level. The TS4, because it is a pure blade look, appeals to a lot of better players that like that look. The TS1-IM we consider a “Players Distance” iron and also has that traditional blade look. Broad range of players are playing it. The TS3 id a Players Cavity with a slightly wider sole. All are in the Super Game Improvement category of the Maltby Playability Factor. The TS3 is the highest rated in that category and just missed making it into the Ultra Game Improvement category, so it might me slightly more forgiving, but all are super stable designs.

You should consider what you like to look at at address. TS3 will have a slightly thicker topline and look more like what most would consider a game improvement iron. The others will look more like traditional blades. Don’t rule out the TE+ Players Cavity design either. Another Super Game Improvement design with a traditional look at address.

All that being said, if I had to choose one to look at first, based on the information you gave, I would say the TS3. Just a solid, highly playable iron that performs for a broad range of players. One that you can continue to use as you progress in your playing and improvement journey.

Britt Lindsey

Thank you for sharing your insight Britt. Sounds like I can’t go wrong with any of them.

Out of curiosity, is there a Maltby fitter in the Austin, TX area that you know of by any chance?
Just for reference, I play the new TE+ as an 8.2 usga handicap. The sole is a little wider to help with digging annd some difficult lies, and the top line perfect for me. I have 5-pw and then 50, 54, 58* max milled wedges which for me is the perfect set (I had the the ts wedges but went to max milled and will never go back, again preference and performance for me personally). I would put the look and feel up against any solid forged cb iron. I went with the TE+ on preference of minimal offset and look over the ball instead of the Ts3. They are the most forgiving players cavity I’ve hit and I love them. As Britt said it is mostly personal preference. The ts4 is gorgeous and people say they are forgiving, but at my skill level a cavity is never bad. If you want some pics of my set for reference, since real pics are always better than stock photos, let me know where to send them.
Thank you so much! I would absolutely love to see your TE+’s – justin962@gmail.com

I’m between choosing them or the TS3’s and I think you & Britt might’ve sold me on them.

Thanks again!
I am sure there are qualified fitters in Austin, but there is not a list of “Maltby” specific fitters. You can always go to a Golf Galaxy and get fit and then let us know the specs and we can build them or you can go to our club builder program online and order the clubs to your specs. Or, you can call in and discuss with us and we can help you with your order.

Britt Lindsey
The Golf Ranch in Austin is a customer of ours. I do not know for sure if they have a qualified fitter, but my guess is they do. You might check them out.

Britt Lindsey