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Honma Golf Clubs Hit the course this summer with artisan golf clubs.
As legendary golfer Arnold Palmer once said, “Feel is the most perplexing part of golf, and probably the most important.” Having the right feel in golf is all about finding the perfect golf clubs, and that’s not an easy thing to do these days with the myriad of options that are available on the market. One simple way to start your search is by focusing on the highest-end clubs made from the best materials and crafted by the most highly skilled artisans. Established in 1959, Honma takes clubmaking to a completely different level than most other golf product companies. Each club is made to order and meticulously crafted by hand at their factory (which resembles more of an art studio) in northern Japan, and it is said that by the time they’re done, each product has gone through the hands and eyes of 100 craftsmen.
Honma’s latest HT-02 series integrates new materials and crafting techniques to add power, accuracy and finesse to golfers’ swings. The face of the driver was designed with internal weights at the lowest centre of gravity for less spin and more stability. The Fairway Wood club also has a low centre of gravity to reduce backspin and promote higher trajectories. The irons maximize the club face for wider sweet spots and higher repulsion. Soft but accurate, these clubs are a dream come true for novices and professionals alike. The beautiful blend of gold and silver give it a classy but modern look and will draw envy from your golfing buddies.
The brand new HT-02 drivers are made with KS120 titanium alloy that was specifically engineered by Kobe Steel for lighter weight and higher tensile ductility and durability. The utility clubs are made with 17-4 stainless steel that is stronger and lighter than previous clubs.
More info HONMA GOLF www.honmagolf.co.jp/en Both men’s and women’s clubs available at FUJII GOLF 3160 Steeles Ave. E., Markham äx {ä {ÈxÎÊUÊvÕ } v°V
The clubs of champions
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JULY 2015
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The highest-ranked professional golfer from China, Liang Wen-Chong, won the Japan Golf Tour Championship Mori Building Cup Shishido Hills this year while playing with Honma’s TW727 golf clubs. New for 2015, the TW727 Tour World driver series has added four drivers. The 430 comes with a smaller head and is designed for strong and aggressive players. The 455 is the lightest with a bigger sweet spot. The 455s has a slightly higher spin design for players who need a little forgiveness, and the 460 is the most forgiving driver with the best ease of use.