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Updated: Sep 12, 2026Contains affiliate links
PING irons that pair a distance-oriented 29° 7-iron with a wide sole that helps on fat shots. Shaft options are broad — 3 graphite and 5 steel — so you can match your strength. Prices start at ¥31,900 per club; a 6-club graphite set comes to about ¥190,000. PING dials in lie angle with its color code system, so my advice is to get fitted at a shop before you buy.
Who this model is for, in 30 seconds
| If you | This pick | Test status | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golfers who hit a lot of fat shots, and those who want to slice less | #2 / IronsPING G440 Irons The wide sole helps on fat shots, and the 29° 7-iron adds distance. Broad shaft options let you match your strength. | 1 club: graphite ¥31,900 / steel ¥29,700 (incl. tax, official, checked Sep 12, 2026) |
3 key points about this model
Point 1: 7-iron loft is 29°
The 7-iron loft is 29°, the strongest of the five models here (so it's set up for distance)
Point 2: Priced per club
Priced per club. You can add clubs as you need them, but a 6-club set in graphite comes to about ¥190,000
Point 3: A high-density weight on the toe side of the back face, plus a shallow design
A high-density weight sits on the toe side of the back face, with a shallow design
Specs
| Set makeup | 4I–9I, PW, UW, 52, 56 |
|---|---|
| Loft | 4I=19 / 5I=22 / 6I=25.5 / 7I=29 / 8I=33 / 9I=37 / PW=42 / UW=47° |
| Material | Hyper 17-4 stainless steel, Hydropearl chrome finish |
| Stock shaft | Choice of shafts (ALTA J CB BLUE / AWT 3.0 LITE / various N.S.PRO / MODUS3 TOUR 105 and more) |
| Pricing unit | Per club (no set price) |
| Release date | Mar 6, 2025 |
Pros / Cons
Pros
- 29° 7-iron for distance. The wide sole also resists fat shots
- Wide shaft choice (3 graphite, 5 steel), so you can match your strength
- From ¥31,900 for 1 club. Buy only the clubs you need
Cons
- Priced per club. A 6-club set in graphite comes to about ¥190,000
- The draw-biased offset head won't suit golfers worried about misses to the left
- The official site doesn't classify the construction (hollow, forged, etc.), making it hard to compare on equal terms with other models
What this rating is based on
This rating is based on the maker's official specs (loft, head volume, adjustability) and actual selling prices on Rakuten Ichiba and the official store.
Measure 10 balls yourself (free tool)
Who it doesn't suit
Golfers who dislike offset (gooseneck) heads. The draw bias is strong, so misses to the left may bother you.
Check before you buy
The lie angle color code. This is how PING fine-tunes the fit.
If a test shot or two feels long, that may just be the good end of your normal spread. Hit 10 balls with the same club and your distances will vary by 20 yards or more. So hit 10 and look at both the average and the spread.
FAQ (irons)
Will longer-hitting irons lower my scores?
If your 7-iron goes farther but your 8-iron gains just as much, club selection gets no easier. What matters is the distance gap between clubs.
Is it reckless for a mid-handicapper to play players' irons?
Your misses show up more, which gives you more to work on. But they're not for everyone.
Should I buy a set or add individual clubs?
If you want even gaps between clubs, sticking to one series is easier to manage.
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