Name: Callaway Steelhead XR Irons
Brand: Callaway
SKU: 0a190940-61d2-4e09-853d-01add65ea641
Price: 529.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.9 (53 reviews)

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The Callaway Steelhead XR Irons are highly praised for their exceptional overall performance, particularly in terms of distance, accuracy, and forgive... more

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The Callaway Steelhead XR irons are a great option for beginners or high-handicappers who want a forgiving iron with a mid-range price. They are long and forgiving, making them easy to hit out of just about any lie, but have limited workability and little to no feedback.

+ pros

Next-generation 360 Face Cup technology for forgiveness.
Steel-infused polyurethane layer for improved feel.
Hollow bore-thru hosel design for better weight distribution.
Progressive center of gravity positioning for improved launch and distance.
Long and forgiving, making them easy to hit out of any lie.

- cons

Limited workability.
Little to no feedback.

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Paul golfstead.com

The Callaway Steelhead XR irons are a reimagining of the classic Steelhead line, combining echoes of the past with modern performance. They offer forgiveness and consistency around the face, making them one of the most powerful and forgiving irons in the market.

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The Steelhead XR irons have a classic Callaway look with a mid-sized top-line and a relatively small offset, making them appealing to both high single figure and lower handicappers.
The Steelhead XR irons have Callaway's fastest 360 Face Cup, which increases the COR by 2.4% on the standard XR to 0.825, making them one of the most powerful and forgiving irons in the market.
The Steelhead XR irons have consistent forgiveness and performance around the face, making them a great choice for players who want to cover a range of around 100 yards in equal gaps.
The Steelhead XR irons have a choice of custom shafts through the Callaway custom fitting service, but the stock True Temper XP95 Stepless steel shaft is light and provides good feel to help maximise performance.

- cons

The Steelhead XR irons have a higher average level of spin for mid to slow swing speed players, which may not suit players who prefer a lower spin rate.
The Steelhead XR irons have a very strong P wedge at 44°, which may require players to go down to the 49° A wedge before transitioning into their specialist wedges.

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Martin Hopley www.golfalot.com

The Callaway Steelhead XR irons are a modern take on a classic design, incorporating the 360 Face Cup technology for improved performance. They offer high launch, low spin, and ample forgiveness, making them a great option for a wide range of golfers.

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The Steelhead XR irons offer a unique and visually appealing shape that screams playability.
The 360 Face Cup technology provides forgiveness on off-center hits and maximizes distance potential.
The low spin design allows for high launch and peak heights, making it easier to hold greens.
The Steelhead XR irons offer ample forgiveness and distance at a price point that will appeal to a broader range of golfers.

- cons

The feel/sound has changed from previous Callaway irons, becoming sharper overall and losing some of the plushness on well compressed shots.
The Steelhead XR irons may not offer more distance than other Callaway options, but they play better to certain misses.
The weighting and CG placement put an emphasis on repeatable and playable flights, making them less left/right workable than other options within Callaway's lineup.

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James Miles www.thehackersparadise.com

The Callaway Steelhead XR irons are comfortable to swing and have a solid sound and feel through impact. They offer great distance and forgiveness, as well as workability for low handicaps.

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The author found the Callaway Steelhead XR irons super comfortable to swing with a solid sound and feel through impact.
The irons were near the top of the list in terms of distance and forgiveness, which would benefit a lot of golfers.
The irons still provide the workability (fade/draw) that a lot of low handicaps would want.

- cons

The irons were middle of the pack in terms of price.
Other than that, there weren't many negative things to say about the irons.

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Jon Webber outofboundsgolf.com

The Callaway Steelhead XR irons are a modern take on a classic name in the Callaway lineup, offering forgiveness, distance, and easy contact. The 360 Face Cup technology and steel-infused polyurethane layer provide a consistent feel and sound across the entire face, with minimal speed and distance degradation on mishits.

+ pros

The Callaway Steelhead XR irons are forgiving, long, and easy to hit, making them a great option for game improvement.
The 360 Face Cup technology and steel-infused polyurethane layer provide a consistent feel and sound across the entire face of the club.
The irons play 2-3º stronger, providing added distance, and are extremely forgiving on mishits.

- cons

The short irons may create a higher ball flight than advertised, which may not be ideal for players with higher club head speeds.
The irons have a larger game improvement profile, which may not appeal to players looking for a more traditional look.

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Plugged In Golf pluggedingolf.com

The Callaway Steelhead XR Irons are a modern update of the popular X-14 irons, featuring a 360 cup face for greater ball speed efficiency and a steel-infused soft urethane bar for improved feel. While some golfers may appreciate the oversized heads and lively impact feel, others may prefer the Apex or Big Bertha OS models for ultimate forgiveness.

+ pros

Based on one of Callaway's most popular ever irons, the X-14, which may appeal to fans of the original model.
New 360 cup face delivers greater ball speed efficiency for both on and off centre hits.
Steel-infused soft urethane bar positioned behind the face absorbs vibration/improves feel and helps lower the centre of gravity.
Bore-Thru hosel saves weight which has been relocated to strategic areas to increase forgiveness.

- cons

Oversized heads, chunky top edge, and lively impact feel and sound may not appeal to all golfers.
Some testers were split over how desirable the model was, despite producing an excellent overall performance.
The author prefers the Apex in this category and suggests the Big Bertha OS for ultimate forgiveness from a Callaway iron.

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todays-golfer.com www.todays-golfer.com

The Callaway Steelhead XR is a modern take on the classic Steelhead X-14 iron, combining its reliable shape with the power of a wraparound cupface. It has a low and deep center of gravity for better performance on mis-hits and a zippy face that provides a turbo-boost near the USGA's limit on spring-like effect.

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The Steelhead XR combines a proven, reliable shape with modern technology for power where you need it.
The center of gravity is low and deep in the long and middle irons for better performance on mis-hits.
The zippy face provides a turbo-boost near the USGA's limit on spring-like effect.

- cons

None mentioned in the review.

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GolfDigest www.golfdigest.com

The 2017 Callaway Steelhead XR irons are a throwback to the successful Steelhead X-14 irons with modern technology, including a hollow bore-though hosel and 360 Cup Face Technology™ for higher ball speeds and forgiveness. The irons feature a unique CG placement throughout the set, and will be available in stores starting September 2nd for $799 in steel and $999 in graphite.

+ pros

The new Steelhead XR irons combine nostalgia with modern technology.
The hollow bore-though hosel allows for weight distribution and repositioning of the center of gravity.
The CG is flighted throughout the set, which is unique for game improvement irons.
The 360 Cup Face Technology™ allows for higher ball speeds with on-center strikes while minimizing ball speed loss as you stray from the sweet spot.
The steel-infused layer of polyurethane in the club head absorbs vibration and adds weight, allowing for a lower CG.

- cons

The 2-year product cycle may not be ideal for those who prefer longer product cycles.
The price point may be a bit high for some golfers.

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John Barba mygolfspy.com

The Callaway Steelhead XR Iron is one of the fastest ever Callaway Irons, thanks to its re-engineered 360 Face Cup™ technology that flexes like no other. The speed off the face is impressive, making it a great option for those looking for more distance, but the sound of the strike may not be to everyone's liking.

+ pros

The 360 Face Cup technology creates one of the fastest Callaway Irons ever, with impressive ball speed and distance even on off-center hits.
The UST Recoil Graphite shaft and Nippon 950 steel are well-matched to the head, keeping the shaft lightweight for better feel and high launch.

- cons

The sound of the strike can be high-pitched and "tinny" due to the fast face, which may not be to everyone's liking.

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ForeGolf www.foregolf.ie

The Callaway Steelhead XR Pro irons are a great middle ground option for players who want the benefits of a game improvement iron but the performance and look of a more compact head. With a thinner topline and sole, black PVD finish, and progressive CG throughout the set, these irons offer forgiveness and playability.

+ pros

Next-generation 360 Face Cup increases ball speed and forgiveness.
Steel-Infused Polyurethane Layer behind face improves feel and lowers Center of Gravity for consistent launch.
Progressive CG throughout the set.
More compact head shape.
Black PVD finish.
Forgiving and easy to hit.
Great for players who want the benefits of a game improvement iron and the performance and look of a more compact head.

- cons

Black finish may wear with time.
Not suitable for players who prefer a blade iron.

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swingjuice.com

The Steelhead XR irons are a high-performing set of clubs that offer increased ball speed and distance, thanks to their next-gen 360 Face Cup technology. The steel-infused layer behind the face provides a superior sound and feel, while the Hollow Bore-Thru hosel allows for strategic positioning of the center of gravity, resulting in greater forgiveness and easier launch on approach.

+ pros

Increased flex at the edges of the face for more ball speed and distance, especially on off-center contact.
Steel-infused layer behind the face provides ultimate sound and feel.
Hollow Bore-Thru hosel affords strategic positioning of center of gravity throughout the set, creating greater forgiveness and easier launch on approach.

- cons

Lofts seem a little stronger resulting in good, consistent distance, but may require some adjustment for players used to traditional lofts.

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Tom Landers golfingmagazine.net

The Callaway Steelhead XR Irons are a technologically advanced set of golf clubs that offer exceptional distance, forgiveness, precision, and feel. With their sleek design and innovative features, these irons are a top choice for golfers of all skill levels.

+ pros

Impressive design and advanced technology.
Remarkable forgiveness and playability.
Exceptional distance and precision.
Responsive feel and helpful feedback.

- cons

None mentioned.

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theresourcenexus.com

The Callaway Steelhead XR irons are a great set of irons packed with new technology that offers a combination of speed, distance, forgiveness, and control. They incorporate a proven 360 Face Cup technology infused into the iron club face, making them suitable for both beginners and high handicappers.

+ pros

Incorporates 360 Face Cup technology for increased ball speed and distance.
Steel-infused polyurethane layer eliminates vibration for an incredible feel.
Hollow bore-thru hosel design saves weight for more forgiveness and easier launch.
Progressive CG positioning enables easy launch for long irons and great control for middle irons.
Suitable for lower launch and higher spin for shorter irons.
Predictable and repeatable distance helps improve performance with every shot.
Most forgiving irons for high handicappers.
Easy to play for slower swingers and get out of trouble lies.
Attractive design with minimal flashy colors and holographic sheen.
Crisp and explosive center strikes with feedback on severe mis-hits.

- cons

None mentioned in the review.

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The next generation of our industry-leading 360 Face Cup technology increases ball speed on both center hits and mis-hits. More ball speed = more distance. This is a 5-PW set, it contains 6 clubs (5 iron, 6 iron, 7 iron, 8 iron, 9 iron and pitching wedge)
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