Not satisfied with existing materials, Callaway metallurgists created an alloy called Tunite for the FT irons. Using Tunite in the frame allowed the company to move 80 percent of the clubhead’s weight to the perimeter to increase forgiveness and ball speed on off-center hits off the titanium face.

Despite all this technology, the cosmetics of the FT at address are classic, with minimal offset, high toe and thin top line. In fact, one tester commented that the long, lean look brought to mind Callaway’s fabled S2H2 irons, which date from 1988.

As expected, the FT performed well—extremely forgiving with high, straight shots. The big surprise was the feel. “The ball comes off with a satisfying click, solid but soft at the same time,” says a 14. “You could practice all day with it.”

MSRP: $1,440 (3–PW, graphite)