So, my oldest has been looking for their first ‘grown-up’ golf clubs, and I started seeing Maltby clubs mentioned a lot on this forum. Honestly, I’d never heard of them before! I’ve only had two sets of clubs in over 20 years—the Nike blades I first got and my current Apex Pros, both from sellers who practically gave them away.
I only play about 45 holes a year with my kids, and I’m strictly a bogey golfer. My clubs probably aren’t the best fit for me, considering the shafts alone seem wrong for my play.
It finally hit me: maybe I don’t need the most amazing deal but something more practical for my style. Also thought I’d try midsize grips on these Maltby clubs.
Haven’t been able to hit a ball in weeks because of tendinitis from a bad punch shot. But I’ll report back on how these hold up for anyone else out there curious about these clubs.
I recently got the KE4 Max irons, and they’re incredible! I also picked up the KE4 Tour driver and a couple of hybrids. Honestly, I’m amazed by how good these clubs are.
Toby said:
I recently got the KE4 Max irons, and they’re incredible! I also picked up the KE4 Tour driver and a couple of hybrids. Honestly, I’m amazed by how good these clubs are.
I’ve been using the KE4 Max irons too for a few months now. Every time I see a Maltby thread here, I can’t help but mention how much my game has improved. These irons are so forgiving and easy to hit—it’s been a game-changer.
@Vail
I can’t believe how affordable they are! For around $300, I got a full set from 5-PW, and they feel fantastic. Even the KE4 driver is great, and I got it for a steal.
I’ve gradually filled my bag with Maltby clubs, and it’s probably cost me less than $800 for 13 clubs. Sure, there are cheaper options like the Callaway Edge, but honestly, I think Maltby gives much better value.
Oli said:
I got my handicap down into the teens with my Maltby STI2 irons. Still using my Maltby utility wood too!
I think they’ll help me, especially since my main struggle is driving accuracy and not playing often enough. Having something a bit easier to handle off the tee or from the rough sounds like it might make a difference.
Jade said:
That’s an awesome deal! Not something you can say no to.
Exactly! Since I was curious about larger grips, it made sense to test them out with these clubs instead of regripping my old ones just to see if I even liked it.
I’ve got the DBM irons. Upgraded from an old set with broken shafts, so I decided to build my own set this time. Got the heads and ferrules from Golfworks and the shafts from Amazon. Cost me around $350 for forged irons, and I’ve been playing with them for two seasons now. I’d only switch them out to build another set of Maltbys!
I tried the STI2s this year while adjusting my swing after getting back into golf last year. I wanted something more modern than my 2012 Callaways but still affordable because I planned to get properly fitted eventually. So, I went with the STI2s.
They’re great for a casual golfer like me who plays mostly with friends. The heads feel nice, with good feedback for a cast club, and they’re forgiving without looking chunky. Not bad for $250, though they could look more modern. The new 2025 design that’s been posted here looks way nicer!
If anyone’s considering these, I recommend getting custom shafts because the stock ones aren’t the best. I swapped mine for DG Tour shafts, and it made a big difference. For a budget set, though, it’s hard to go wrong with them. Planning to keep my set as a spare for friends and family.
I figure if this works out, I’ll have a set on hand for when my kids start picking up golf. Plus, if improvement irons can be a help up to a 10 handicap, I figure there’s no harm. They’re looking pretty solid so far, and the design doesn’t bother me. Worst case, I don’t notice much difference and go for the 2025 model.
Skyler said: @Devon
I’ve still got some older Nickent hybrids, but if these Maltbys keep impressing me, I might switch those out too as I play more.
Oh, you’ve got to try their hybrids! I’ve got their KST woods and drivers, and they’re amazing. I’m only keeping my Cleveland hybrid because it’s solid, but Maltby makes fantastic woods too.
Skyler said: @Devon
I’ve still got some older Nickent hybrids, but if these Maltbys keep impressing me, I might switch those out too as I play more.
Just keep in mind their MPF Pro series woods shaft plays stiffer than marked. A regular feels like a stiff, but the beauty of Maltby is you can customize it exactly how you want!
Got the Maltby TE cavity backs with the TSW wedges and KE4 TC woods. The quality and value are amazing—they can definitely compete with any brand if you give them a chance.
