Hi Dave - Just to let you know that my golf has improved since buying the Maltby M890 heads and matching shafts. The quality of the clubs is excellent and I am really enjoying my golf.
Love hearing about Maltby clubs. I would be interested to learn how these wear for you. I have read in other forums that the finish wears off pretty easy. That could be off-putting, unless they play so good that you can overlook the wear. Thanks for putting these videos together!
Hello @fit2yougolf926 . Curious if you have had a chance to compare the KE4max to the STi2 yet? I am looking at some new clubs and going back and forth between the two. As someone that likes the STi2 I am interested to hear what your comparison is! I really love the looks of the Max, but performance is what really matters. By the way how is the finish holding up on that Max for you? Thank you for your time and putting out great videos on the products.
@@bbqdad3133 I personally like the Sti2 looks and performance. I also think they will fit a broader range of golfers. And so far the finish is holding up well!
Thanks for the review ! I saw early pictures of the Max and it reminded me of the MacGregor V-Foil that I once lusted after. Built them last summer. Nippon 1050 stiff. Prosoft inserts and a dowel rod in the tip. Soaks up mishit stingers nicely. Weighted to D 3.5 with 7 gram progression through the heads. (Each shaft is a dedicated length and weight, so it got very consistent..easily). Love 'em. Sadly, I like these so much that I may be done building irons for a long time. Thanks again.
Thanks for the review. I love Golfworks products. I think it is time for me to build a set of the KE4Max irons. I built the Maltby Moment XI Tour Putter.. What a wonderful putter!!! Thanks for the video and hello from EX-Scranton native:)
I was a former decent golfer in my teens and 20's. Went on a 15 year hiatus and want to get back into golf with my kids. My swing isnt nearly what it used to be, in both form and swing speed. Looking for a very forgiving easy to hit set of clubs at a good value. Watched a lot of your reviews and others as well. Narrowed down to my 3 top picks, thoughts? KE4 Max (steel shaft $313) STI2 (steel shaft $234) TA 845 Max (on sale for $250 with graphite)
@@BTHalonen I've not hit the TAs but know the brand to have a good reputation. I generally steer people towards the Sti2. They are more versatile than the KE4 Max. Unless you really struggle with low point or face contact, I'd say give the Sti2 a look.
Thanks for reviewing these, always appreciate your input when thinking about a Golfworks order. Please do a review on the newTS3 irons and the KE4 Max driver!
I play them 4-GW, and they're a good fit for me. I wanted to make some slight adjustments to them as well, and we were able to adjust the lie angle a couple degrees, but no go on the lofts. But it's ok, just adjusted distances and ball flight accordingly. I am a senior golfer, retired now and living in the beautiful tropics of of Philippines, golf year round, 3-4 rounds a week. So I have enough experience to sort facts from overhyped & overpriced BS from the big name brands.
Sounds like you are getting lots of opportunities to enjoy them! Yes they are difficult to bend to adjust the loft. But so are some models of OEMs. Many of the Pings are like that, too.
I am heading back to the Philippines early November and will be in the cavite area. I golf a couple times a week there. I have a set of the ke4max and have used them for a year now. I have been very pleased with them.
Dave!!! I'm first to comment! Welcome back from your surgery and rehab. I have the ST2 irons, KE4 U-21 (HyWay), and ST2 driver. I'm looking to upgrade. Maybe the Max will be what I need/want.
Thanks Gene! That's a nice setup you have there. If you are looking to upgrade your irons, I'm not sure the Max is that. More of a lateral change. If you want a little more forgiveness and the weight port, they are worth a look!
@@fit2yougolf926 Good to know, Dave ... I'll save my $$$ right now. If I do make the change, which of the 3 A-flex shafts would you recommend? Blue ... MPF ... Kuro Kage?? PS: The TS3 irons look sharp.
Another solid review. Glad to see you posting reviews again of late. Hope the hips are doing well. Have you hit the new TC Max driver yet? As I am eyeing it up.
Looking forward to that review. What is your initial response in terms of aesthetics? Rain in Scranton. I live in Boulder, Colo, been raining a lot for a month.
So far I like the look better than its older brother. The headshape is more elongated, which might be off-putting to some. Good performance in my initial testing.
Is performance on par with the TC Tour? I am mostly interested in distance with some forgiveness. I think ISO-T, while now cheap, is not forgiving enough for me.
Just ordered the ts4 pak kit and now im interested at getting the KE max for my longer irons. Maybe ill just grab the heads and swap them during the season
I go so far back to the single port in blade irons and woods that had space for lead discs to be glued in and then an emblem was glued in to cover them. The KE4 had one at the heel and one at the toe, really unattractive even for the early 80’s. Lol
Thanks for your videos. I’m kind of loyal to Maltby components as I attended their school and sold the brand in my shop for years until closing. I’ve been looking at a full set of these, the Maltby STI 2’s and the Dynacraft Prophet Muscle Blade Irons. I’ve seen your videos on these and STI 2’s and I’m leaning this way, but I still like the looks of the Dynacraft Prophet Blade Irons. Great videos. Do you have an experience with the Dynacraft Prophet Muscle Blade Irons?
I don't have experience with that model, but I have played and reviewed other Dynacraft irons and wedges and tend to like them a lot. I prefer the Golfworks models typically. Some of that is from being there for several classes and learning about how much goes into their design and production.
@@fit2yougolf926 I’m like you, after attending their schools and the quality of their products I favor them also. I sold both companies in my shop 20 years ago. I like both companies, but since Dynacraft going to Hireko they seem to have dropped off a bit. I heard you mention Scranton, I’m assuming in PA? If so my wife and I lived in Lewisburg when we were in our 20’s. Great city been there a lot. Thank you for the reply. Great Channel
@@zanefoster9352 Thanks Zane! Yes, I'm just outside Scranton. And I've heard from other club builders that when Dynacraft moved their quality changed. If I understand the history correctly, they used to be close to the Golfworks back in the day.
@@fit2yougolf926 yea they were about 15 minutes from the Golfworks in Newark, OH. Jeff Summit owned it and designed their stuff. Great company when in Ohio. Still a good company and their stuff is quality, they have just shortened the Dynacraft line for the Acer line of clubs.
Has anyone compared the spin rate with the STi2....½ club difference in loft but it wouldn't be hard to interpret the difference. I built a prototype #6 to compare with my Sti gamer. The stronger lofts fit just right with my hybrids and wedges. First test - the Max is more forgiving and reduces fade tendency, but the flight looked flatter than expected, so I wonder about the spin rate.
I have the TS3 7 iron assembled and ready for testing. Look for a review in the next week or so. It is a very nice looking clubhead, and I am looking forward to trying it out.
I was thinking about upgrading my warrior golf set with these I love the looks of maltby stuff would you recommend I don't wanna spend what there big makers are charging I'm a 12 handicap
I do recommend these if you like a larger club head and wider sole. I carry the 4-5 iron in my bag. I have made these for other mid handicap golfers and they love them.
Haven't seen the KE4 irons in person, the STi2 irons look great. Do you think the KE4 Max look better? And do they perform better than the STi2? Visually they just don't do it for me.
They are different animals. The KE4s still wins on versatility, and has more adjustability with the second weight. The thinner sole also fits a wider range of golfers. The Max comes close in my view. It's very solid. I think in hindsight the Sti OS became my favorite in this category. I was sorry to see them discontinued. The Sti2 is currently neck and neck with the KE4s. A lot of golfers prefer their slightly oversized shape and slightly wider sole.
That's great info! Thank you for doing these reviews. I was thinking of buying the KE4 Max pak but I'm hesitant about the shorter irons. Now I'm thinking of doing a blended set with the KE4 Max in the long irons and TS3 in the short irons. TS3 has an MPF of 849 and a VCOG of .691 so I think I might be able to play those in the shorter irons as a 14 handicap. The KE4 Max also sounds like a possible hybrid replacement especially if it's easier to hit than the KE4s 4 iron which is the easiest 4 iron I've hit so far. Glad your hip is doing better. 200 yards off the tee with a 4 iron is impressive!
I think the OS had broader appeal. I really wish that model was still available. I think the Max is a great performer, especially for those who could use the wider sole and larger hitting area. So if you have the OS irons and don't find yourself taking deep divots or hitting way toward the heel or toe, I'd say stick with them.
@@fit2yougolf926 Thanks for the quick response. I have a set of Taylormade RAC LT irons & a set of Taylormade Burner 2.0 irons. Think the Sti2 is still an upgrade over those? Appreciate your videos!
@@JP-fk6pm in my opinion, yes, the Sti2 is an upgrade. I'm not a fan of TM irons, other than the P line. I can't tell you how many I've repaired over the years. Hosel bore diameters are all over the place, poor assembly, epoxy halfway up the shafts, etc.
@@fit2yougolf926Is your content sponsored by Golfworks/Maltby? I noticed majority of your content is only around them. I tested the Speedblades, $180 set of Callaway X-14s, & a garage sale set of branded John Daly irons & they all went further
Thanks for being the only guy on youtube to review Maltby clubs. I love to see it every time.
Hi Dave - Just to let you know that my golf has improved since buying the Maltby M890 heads and matching shafts. The quality of the clubs is excellent and I am really enjoying my golf.
Glad to hear that George!
Love hearing about Maltby clubs. I would be interested to learn how these wear for you. I have read in other forums that the finish wears off pretty easy. That could be off-putting, unless they play so good that you can overlook the wear. Thanks for putting these videos together!
Glad you like the videos! I will post an update if I find wear on the finish.
Hello @fit2yougolf926 . Curious if you have had a chance to compare the KE4max to the STi2 yet? I am looking at some new clubs and going back and forth between the two. As someone that likes the STi2 I am interested to hear what your comparison is! I really love the looks of the Max, but performance is what really matters. By the way how is the finish holding up on that Max for you? Thank you for your time and putting out great videos on the products.
@@bbqdad3133 I personally like the Sti2 looks and performance. I also think they will fit a broader range of golfers. And so far the finish is holding up well!
Thanks for the review ! I saw early pictures of the Max and it reminded me of the MacGregor V-Foil that I once lusted after.
Built them last summer. Nippon 1050 stiff. Prosoft inserts and a dowel rod in the tip. Soaks up mishit stingers nicely. Weighted to D 3.5 with 7 gram progression through the heads. (Each shaft is a dedicated length and weight, so it got very consistent..easily).
Love 'em.
Sadly, I like these so much that I may be done building irons for a long time.
Thanks again.
Really liked your review on the KE4Max iron. It seemed very objective and consistent with what most of us average players would encounter.
Thank you!
Thanks for your comment and glad you liked the review!
Thanks for the review. I love Golfworks products. I think it is time for me to build a set of the KE4Max irons. I built the Maltby Moment XI Tour Putter.. What a wonderful putter!!! Thanks for the video and hello from EX-Scranton native:)
Thanks Ed! The KE4 Max irons are really solid
@@fit2yougolf926 I have them on order. Can't wait to build them.
I was a former decent golfer in my teens and 20's. Went on a 15 year hiatus and want to get back into golf with my kids.
My swing isnt nearly what it used to be, in both form and swing speed. Looking for a very forgiving easy to hit set of clubs at a good value. Watched a lot of your reviews and others as well. Narrowed down to my 3 top picks, thoughts?
KE4 Max (steel shaft $313)
STI2 (steel shaft $234)
TA 845 Max (on sale for $250 with graphite)
@@BTHalonen I've not hit the TAs but know the brand to have a good reputation. I generally steer people towards the Sti2. They are more versatile than the KE4 Max. Unless you really struggle with low point or face contact, I'd say give the Sti2 a look.
Thanks for reviewing these, always appreciate your input when thinking about a Golfworks order. Please do a review on the newTS3 irons and the KE4 Max driver!
I'll do my best!
I play them 4-GW, and they're a good fit for me. I wanted to make some slight adjustments to them as well, and we were able to adjust the lie angle a couple degrees, but no go on the lofts. But it's ok, just adjusted distances and ball flight accordingly. I am a senior golfer, retired now and living in the beautiful tropics of of Philippines, golf year round, 3-4 rounds a week. So I have enough experience to sort facts from overhyped & overpriced BS from the big name brands.
Sounds like you are getting lots of opportunities to enjoy them! Yes they are difficult to bend to adjust the loft. But so are some models of OEMs. Many of the Pings are like that, too.
I am heading back to the Philippines early November and will be in the cavite area. I golf a couple times a week there. I have a set of the ke4max and have used them for a year now. I have been very pleased with them.
Always enjoy your reviews. I look forward to hearing your thoughts on the new KE4 Max driver
Do you have plans to review the new KE4 Max driver?
Dave!!! I'm first to comment! Welcome back from your surgery and rehab. I have the ST2 irons, KE4 U-21 (HyWay), and ST2 driver. I'm looking to upgrade. Maybe the Max will be what I need/want.
Thanks Gene! That's a nice setup you have there. If you are looking to upgrade your irons, I'm not sure the Max is that. More of a lateral change. If you want a little more forgiveness and the weight port, they are worth a look!
@@fit2yougolf926 Good to know, Dave ... I'll save my $$$ right now. If I do make the change, which of the 3 A-flex shafts would you recommend? Blue ... MPF ... Kuro Kage??
PS: The TS3 irons look sharp.
@@gene2024 I love the Kuro Kage, but it runs soft, so R flex might be best. My second choice is the MPF, in the A flex. And yes, the TS-3 looks great!
@@fit2yougolf926 Thanks!
Just ordered my set in Rapport 70g regular standard
Sounds like a great combination. Love the Rapport shaft. Planning a review of it soon.
Another solid review. Glad to see you posting reviews again of late. Hope the hips are doing well. Have you hit the new TC Max driver yet? As I am eyeing it up.
Thanks David. I have the TC Max in my possession and hope to do the review soon. Unfortunately, the weather is not cooperating at the moment.
Looking forward to that review. What is your initial response in terms of aesthetics? Rain in Scranton. I live in Boulder, Colo, been raining a lot for a month.
So far I like the look better than its older brother. The headshape is more elongated, which might be off-putting to some. Good performance in my initial testing.
Is performance on par with the TC Tour? I am mostly interested in distance with some forgiveness. I think ISO-T, while now cheap, is not forgiving enough for me.
@@davidtaylor4320 based on one range session the Max performs better. But I have to do more testing
Just ordered the ts4 pak kit and now im interested at getting the KE max for my longer irons. Maybe ill just grab the heads and swap them during the season
That sounds like a great combo set!
Love the review!! Thank you!!
I go so far back to the single port in blade irons and woods that had space for lead discs to be glued in and then an emblem was glued in to cover them. The KE4 had one at the heel and one at the toe, really unattractive even for the early 80’s. Lol
Wow! I'm sure that was innovative for the time, but not very pleasing to the eye. Thanks for sharing that part of the KE4 history.
Thanks for your videos. I’m kind of loyal to Maltby components as I attended their school and sold the brand in my shop for years until closing. I’ve been looking at a full set of these, the Maltby STI 2’s and the Dynacraft Prophet Muscle Blade Irons. I’ve seen your videos on these and STI 2’s and I’m leaning this way, but I still like the looks of the Dynacraft Prophet Blade Irons. Great videos. Do you have an experience with the Dynacraft Prophet Muscle Blade Irons?
I don't have experience with that model, but I have played and reviewed other Dynacraft irons and wedges and tend to like them a lot. I prefer the Golfworks models typically. Some of that is from being there for several classes and learning about how much goes into their design and production.
@@fit2yougolf926 I’m like you, after attending their schools and the quality of their products I favor them also. I sold both companies in my shop 20 years ago. I like both companies, but since Dynacraft going to Hireko they seem to have dropped off a bit. I heard you mention Scranton, I’m assuming in PA? If so my wife and I lived in Lewisburg when we were in our 20’s. Great city been there a lot. Thank you for the reply. Great Channel
@@zanefoster9352 Thanks Zane! Yes, I'm just outside Scranton. And I've heard from other club builders that when Dynacraft moved their quality changed. If I understand the history correctly, they used to be close to the Golfworks back in the day.
@@fit2yougolf926 yea they were about 15 minutes from the Golfworks in Newark, OH. Jeff Summit owned it and designed their stuff. Great company when in Ohio. Still a good company and their stuff is quality, they have just shortened the Dynacraft line for the Acer line of clubs.
Has anyone compared the spin rate with the STi2....½ club difference in loft but it wouldn't be hard to interpret the difference. I built a prototype #6 to compare with my Sti gamer. The stronger lofts fit just right with my hybrids and wedges. First test - the Max is more forgiving and reduces fade tendency, but the flight looked flatter than expected, so I wonder about the spin rate.
I believe the lower CGI helps keep the spin up, but I have not tested it. Interesting idea.
Will you be reviewing the TS3? That one looks fantastic.
I plan to, but am not sure when. I agree, it is nice looking. I wonder if it will replace the TE Forged at some point...
I have the TS3 7 iron assembled and ready for testing. Look for a review in the next week or so. It is a very nice looking clubhead, and I am looking forward to trying it out.
I was thinking about upgrading my warrior golf set with these I love the looks of maltby stuff would you recommend I don't wanna spend what there big makers are charging I'm a 12 handicap
I do recommend these if you like a larger club head and wider sole. I carry the 4-5 iron in my bag. I have made these for other mid handicap golfers and they love them.
Haven't seen the KE4 irons in person, the STi2 irons look great. Do you think the KE4 Max look better? And do they perform better than the STi2? Visually they just don't do it for me.
I prefer the look of the Sti2 also. I think get similar performance from both, but have not hit them side by side.
I prefer the look of the Sti2 also. I think get similar performance from both, but have not hit them side by side.
How does the KE4 Max compare to the KE4s irons? Does it replace the KE4s irons as the best ultra game improvment iron you've tested?
They are different animals. The KE4s still wins on versatility, and has more adjustability with the second weight. The thinner sole also fits a wider range of golfers. The Max comes close in my view. It's very solid.
I think in hindsight the Sti OS became my favorite in this category. I was sorry to see them discontinued. The Sti2 is currently neck and neck with the KE4s. A lot of golfers prefer their slightly oversized shape and slightly wider sole.
That's great info! Thank you for doing these reviews. I was thinking of buying the KE4 Max pak but I'm hesitant about the shorter irons. Now I'm thinking of doing a blended set with the KE4 Max in the long irons and TS3 in the short irons. TS3 has an MPF of 849 and a VCOG of .691 so I think I might be able to play those in the shorter irons as a 14 handicap. The KE4 Max also sounds like a possible hybrid replacement especially if it's easier to hit than the KE4s 4 iron which is the easiest 4 iron I've hit so far. Glad your hip is doing better. 200 yards off the tee with a 4 iron is impressive!
Do you feel it is any less hot face than the TS1/TS2 hollow models? I play the TS2, and it is definitely hotter than the old STi.
Less hot than those hollow bodied models
How would you rate the Maltby STI os with the KE4 Max iron. Would I see any improvement with the KE4 Max. 74 years old , and play to about 8 handicap
I think the OS had broader appeal. I really wish that model was still available. I think the Max is a great performer, especially for those who could use the wider sole and larger hitting area. So if you have the OS irons and don't find yourself taking deep divots or hitting way toward the heel or toe, I'd say stick with them.
Thanks for your fast response. I hitbthe os well, but I like the looks and the specs [ lofts,]. But why take a chance with what works. Thanks
Have you had a chance to test the KE4 Max driver, yet?
Not yet. The TS-3 will likely be my next review.
Shoot in the low to mid 90s. I prefer the look of the STI2, which do you prefer?
Sti2
@@fit2yougolf926 Thanks for the quick response. I have a set of Taylormade RAC LT irons & a set of Taylormade Burner 2.0 irons. Think the Sti2 is still an upgrade over those? Appreciate your videos!
@@JP-fk6pm in my opinion, yes, the Sti2 is an upgrade. I'm not a fan of TM irons, other than the P line. I can't tell you how many I've repaired over the years. Hosel bore diameters are all over the place, poor assembly, epoxy halfway up the shafts, etc.
@@fit2yougolf926 Appreciate it! I have hit the Speedblades which looked/felt nice, but agree with your assessment. Sti2’s here I come
@@fit2yougolf926Is your content sponsored by Golfworks/Maltby? I noticed majority of your content is only around them. I tested the Speedblades, $180 set of Callaway X-14s, & a garage sale set of branded John Daly irons & they all went further
Is there any chance you can evaluate the TS 4 irons?
I'll do my best, but have no plans for that at the moment.
You getting the ts4 and ts3's?
I definitely want to try the TS-3 and hope to review it soon