Callaway Apex 19 Irons

Callaway Apex 19 Irons Review - Neil Tappin reviews the new Callaway Apex 19 and Apex 19 Pro irons at West Hill Golf Club

Callaway Apex 19 Irons Review

We’ve been excited for the arrival of the new Callaway Apex 19 irons, such was the high level of performance we experienced from the previous generation launch way back in 2015.

Apex irons are synonymous with great feel while providing distinct differences in looks and performance between the two models and this continues to be the case with the 2019 models, thanks to the addition of Callaway's Urethane Microsphere technology. You can read more about that here.

The Apex 19 iron is a little thicker than the Apex Pro, has stronger lofts (7-iron is 30.5°) and a hotter feel. Conversely the Apex 19 Pro is more traditionally lofted (7-iron 33°), is more compact and offers a softer feel preferred by the low handicapper.

We tested them both indoors on the Foresight Sports GCQuad launch monitor at outdoors on the range at West Hill Golf Club to get a flavor of the flight as well as the true sound and feel both irons provide.

Apex does look thicker than Apex Pro, especially in the topline, but the hitting area remains similarly compact from heel to toe, which may create anxiety among aspirational mid-handicappers prone to the occasional hosel rocket.

It also has a more brushed finish, which we actually prefer over the slightly more shiny look of the slimline Apex Pro.

Naturally the Apex iron flies further, for us it was around 15 yards further on average – a big difference you’ll agree, and it also spun over 1000 rpm less.

There wasn’t a great difference in height but the lower spin may be a concern for slower swing speeds. That said, at 5000rpm on average the spin rate is actually high compared to many other irons on the market with this loft.

Both reward centred strikes with consistent distances. The Apex Pro seemed to be more adept at maneuvering the ball through the air and certainly has a quieter, softer more muted sound at impact you come to expect from a forged club.

The Apex is an excellent all rounder, providing a little bit of everything, notably some extra forgiveness on slight mishits, which will encourage the amateur player.

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