The rise of direct-to-consumer (DTC) golf brands has transformed the equipment landscape, but few have managed to blend boutique aesthetics with high-performance engineering as seamlessly as Haywood. Its CB iron is a masterclass in this balance, aimed squarely at the “better player” who demands a clean look without sacrificing the playability required for modern competitive golf.
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At the address, the profile is equally impressive.
While it features a slightly thicker topline than its razor-thin MB sibling, it remains firmly in the “player’s iron” category. The offset is minimal, and the toe section is beautifully rounded, creating a soft, curvy look that frames the ball superbly and is a look I crave in all irons. Its clever balance of shape and proportions creates a shape that inspires confidence without looking chunky.
While the exterior is simple, the manufacturing process is a touch more labour-intensive. The CBs are forged from 1020 carbon steel before undergoing an arduous CNC milling process. This is the secret to their consistency; milling the entire head allows for some of the tightest weight and measurement tolerances in the industry.
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By milling the cavity, Haywood has strategically positioned mass around the perimeter. This provides a “safety net” of forgiveness that differentiates it from a pure blade. It’s not a game-improvement club by any means, but the stability on off-center strikes is a notable step up from the MB model.
During testing, the launch monitor data (collected on my Foresight Sports GC3) was eye-opening. The numbers were almost identical to the TaylorMade P7CB – an iron I hold in very high regard.
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The Haywood CB is very much a control-oriented iron; it produces a lower, penetrating launch with…
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