Why The Ram FX77 Might Be The Best Value Iron On The Market
We’re living in uncertain, volatile times right now and for many people relatively new to the game or considering starting it up, investing in a premium new set of clubs is much further down the priority list than it used to be. But I’ve stumbled upon one of the cheapest full sets of irons around that I think represents some of the best value for money on the market.
VIDEO: Watch Joel Tadman test the Ram FX77 irons on the golf course
Ram is a brand name many will be familiar with. It has a long and storied history, with major champions Tom Watson and Nick Price just some of the big names that have used its gear to great effect down the years. Fast forward to today and Ram occupies the affordable space, claiming to offer products that perform but without the hefty price tags across multiple categories, including hardware, apparel and footwear. It’s a theory I was keen to put to the test when I received a full set of the FX77 irons, which you can buy on Amazon (opens in new tab) in the UK for a mere £299.99.
On first inspection, it’s hard not to be impressed with what you get for your money here. These irons follow the current trend of being a hollow-headed, players distance iron that looks from afar like a muscleback, just like on the TaylorMade P770 and Mizuno Pro 225. The finish is premium and elegant and the shaping pleasing on the eye. There’s a smidge of offset at address and the topline thickness is generous enough to inspire confidence without looking thick or chunky.
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So the FX77 irons pass the aesthetics test and they score highly for feel too. These irons feel reassuringly solid for the price. The heat treated 17-4 stainless steel faces are lively and there’s a healthy amount of stability off centre to forgive a poor swing. In terms of performance, I tested the Ram FX77 up against the Mizuno Pro 225 on the GCQuad launch monitor, mostly because they share a similar construction and identical lofts (the 7-irons are both 30°) but coming in at £200 per…
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