Golf Clubs - Irons

The traditional iron clubs are numbered one through nine and are made of metal in the shape of a blade Like the weeds.

The traditional iron clubs are numbered one through nine and are made of metal in the shape of a blade Like the weeds, the move from lower to higher numbered irons brings a gradual increase in loft starting at about 20 degrees and ranging up to about 44 degrees. The 1 and 2 irons, like the driver, hit the ball quite low and afford some roll when the ball hits the ground. At the other extreme, the 8 and 9 irons hit the ball very high, which results in a precipitous drop and very litter roll after contact with the ground.

Again, one can't carry all the irons and stay within the 14-club limit. Most golfers do not carry a 1 iron, and some prefer a 5 wood to a 2 iron, as their functions overlap to some extent. This is something golfers get a feel for and decide for themselves once they have played the game for a while.