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Wilson Fat Shaft irons

Looks:These are unashamed game improvement clubs,featuring the tried and trusted hallmarks of irons of this genre.There is plenty of clubface to be seen at address,lots of offset throughout the set,thick topline,a heavy feeling stainless steel clubhead,large and deep cavity and the patented Wilson Fat Shaft.The Fat Shaft concept was introduced by Wilson on earlier models and the idea is that a shaft of greater diameter will resist twisting more than a standard width shaft for oversize heads.The look is a little offputting at first,but because it does not interfere with the address of the ball it is soon forgotten about.The idea is a good one in theory,but has not been adopted by any other top line manufacturers although clubhead size has increased.This is not to say that these are ugly clubs,but they are certainly not as stylish as a Nike or Mizuno.The grip is of a good quality and the heads are finished in a satin typechrome that is a little dull (this will help reduce glare in sunny conditions).
Marks:(out of 10) 6

Performance:The impression of game improvement given in looks is mirrored in performance.These clubs are extremely easy to hit and the long (3 and 4) irons are superb.The wide soles,offset and large face all instil major confidence and the ball soars off on a high looping trajectory.The mid irons are also user friendly and high floaters are the order of the day.All clubs through the set are good performers from the rough and are really forgiving on mishits,particulary from the toe.The short irons are the major drawback of the set.While the Fat Shaft is an aid in the longer clubs it is no help in the short irons.The larger diameter of the Fat Shaft (0.4” as opposed to normal 0.35”) means that the walls are thinner to reduce weight.Feel is reduced and while this is not a major factor with 3 and 4 irons,it is in the scoring clubs.The wedges in particular are difficult to manipulate and give no feedback to indicate the quality of strike.They are not easy in particular  to open up and hit lob shots.These are most definitely clubs for the beginner or high handicapper.
Marks:6

Value:£349 steel,£449 graphite is reasonable value.The easy resale and trade in appeal of these (club pro will push to beginner) will mean that you might not lose a fortune if you change.
Marks:7
Verdict:These are ideal clubs for a beginner or high handicapper of advancing years (who among us is not pushing on?) who needs help in getting the ball airborne.They are easy to hit and very forgiving.Better players will not give these a second glance as they look and play too unwieldy,but these will still prove a quite popular club among high handicap players.
Marks:6

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