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Cavity-back irons: what the shape means

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A cavity-back distributes material around a recessed rear section. Different cavity designs can produce very different launch, feel and forgiveness.

Specifications to compare

Head construction
Sole and bounce
Loft progression
Measured impact dispersion

A useful fitting test

Compare a cavity-back with another design using your normal swing and representative misses. Test on grass before deciding about turf interaction.

Trade-offs

Do not assume every cavity-back is large or every forged iron is a blade. Manufacturing process and head geometry describe different things.

Example decision

A compact forged cavity can suit a player who wants a smaller look while retaining some perimeter weighting.

Before buying

Confirm the exact model, playing side, loft, shaft, length, condition and return terms. Use the manufacturer’s current specification sheet for the actual club. This guide does not claim a product test or a guaranteed result.

Use it on the course

Centered contact: use the face as feedback

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