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The TaylorMade P770 irons pack big ball speed and forgiveness into a slimmer, more attractive package.
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Introduction
TaylorMade’s P790 irons [review HERE] have been some of the most popular irons in golf over the last couple years. The reason is obvious: huge distance and a lot of forgiveness. With the P770 irons, TaylorMade is attempting to bring those same characteristics to the better player in a smaller package. I tested them to see how much performance TaylorMade could squeeze into a more compact head.
Looks
At address, there’s no doubt that the P770 is the better looking sibling to the P790. As the Zoomers say, “I ain’t never seen two pretty best friends.” Most noticeable are the thinner top line and smaller face. There is also less offset, but the difference is quite small. In the broader scope, the TaylorMade P770 is passable as a players iron, but it’s substantially bigger than the P7MC [review HERE].
The in the bag look is a big part of the P770’s appeal, just as it is with the P790. At a glance, this hollow body design looks like a blade and is more convincing than the P790 because of it’s size. The “muscle” on the back has an interesting triangular shape akin to the P7MB [review HERE], and both of those irons share minimalist branding.
Sound & Feel
TaylorMade didn’t just change the look of the P770 to appeal to better players, they also dialed in the sound and feel. Where the P790 was very crisp and snappy with a fast face, the P770 is quieter with a solid impact feel. It’s neither hard nor soft, even with a Tour ball, but contact has a satisfying, connected feel.
Feedback on strike quality is good. When you move off the center, the feel is noticeably firmer. I never found a conflict between where I felt impact and where it actually occurred.
Performance
The main gist of TaylorMade’s marketing around the P770 irons is that they have the “DNA” of the P790 in a smaller head. There’s little doubt that these irons are fast. On center they create a lot of ball speed thanks to the extremely thin face. While they’re not quite as fast or as long as the P790, there aren’t many irons this size that can compete.
To dive further into the sibling comparison, it’s worth noting the loft differences between the P770 and the P790. As more of a players iron, the P770 has weaker lofts than the P790. At the top and bottom of the set, the differences are small – as little as 0.5 degrees. However, in the 6 and 7 irons, the difference is 2.5 degrees, and it’s 2 degrees in the 5 and 8 irons.
Similarly, while the P770 isn’t as forgiving as the P790 due to its smaller size, it does a very good job retaining speed and distance on mishits. This is due to features like the Progressive Inverted Cone Technology face and the Thru-Slot Speed Pocket. You won’t find many irons this size that do a better job getting your misses onto the green.
Finally, I want to note the launch and spin characteristics of the P770 irons. In my review of the P790, I emphasized how the design combined with the strong lofts led to extremely low spin which may hurt some players. In the P770, the weaker lofts go a long way to fixing that problem. The P770 is still lower spin than traditional players iron, but, especially with the right shaft, most players won’t have a problem holding greens.
Conclusion
The TaylorMade P770 irons are impressive. For the player that wants a lot of ball speed and distance from their irons but also craves a more traditional look, these are hard to beat. As always, make sure to be fit for the right shaft so that you get the optimal launch and spin to compliment all this ball speed.
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Thanks Matt,
How comparable are these to the 311T (which I know you liked)? You indicated ball speed was higher but what was the increase in carry distance?
Thanks
Chris
Chris,
These are built along the same idea – lots of ball speed and good forgiveness in a smaller package. I didn’t see as much distance from the P770, but that could be related to other factors. I didn’t test the P770 and Gen3 head to head, so I can’t say anything defintive.
-Matt
Great review. What’s your sense of forgiveness versus PXG Gen 3 T and Titleist T100?
Thanks!
Stephen,
In terms of forgiveness with regard to ball speed, the PXG Gen 3 T is far superior to the T100.
-Matt
Thanks. I also met relative to the P770s. Sorry I wasn’t more specific.
Stephen,
I haven’t tested the Gen3 head to head with the P770. I think it would be close, but I can’t say definitively.
-Matt
in your opinion , would the p770 suit a mid handicap player. love the look of them. and what is mid handicap maybe 14.
John,
It’s not the most forgiving option, but I think a 14 would be ok with these.
-Matt
Did you ever receive a response to your question
Matt,
Did you test the Taylormade 760 which this new iteration of the 770s replaced? If so how do the 760 and the 770 compare?
Do you think you could pair 770’s in the long irons with p7MC and/or the P7MB’s?
Thanks,
Rudy
Rudy,
I have a review of the P760 here: https://pluggedingolf.com/taylormade-p760-irons-review/
-Matt
I play the Callaway Apex pros and enjoy them very much. Are they comparable to P770s at all
Benny,
Yes, it’s a players iron with technology to make it faster and more forgiving.
-Matt
Awesome cause now im gonna have both. :)
Matt,
Thanks for the reply. Just to clarify I was asking if you saw a noticeable difference between the current 770 (the club reviews here) and the most recent 760 the club which you referred to in your reply.
How does the foregiveness compare to the MP-20 HMB?
Jon,
I haven’t hit them head to head. My recollection is that the P770 is a little better.
-Matt
It’s time. Heading for a fitting in a couple wks. P770. Currently playing Rocketbladez. RBZ, strong like P790 and stronger than P770 (RBZ 7iron 30.5* vs P770 33*). Could the new metals (your opinion) bring those numbers possibly closer.
Les,
I’m not sure I understand what you mean by “new metals”. Are you talking about the new irons at weaker lofts playing like the older irons at stronger lofts?
-Matt
Is anyone out there currently using,
tried, or have an opinion on Haywood Irons from Canada?
Matt,
Sorry for another “How does this iron compare..” question, but here goes. I played the 716 TMB for a couple of seasons, and it wasn’t the friendliest of irons in the long irons. This iron looks to be really close, “normal” lofts, hollow head, compact shape. Will they play the same, or has TM done something to increase the playability?
Brad,
I never found the TMB to be particularly forgiving. I think the P770 is noticeably easier to play.
Best,
Matt
I have the p790, thanks to your reviews.
I am a bit skeptical with every year a slightly different model, characteristics… thanks for the review and all, but most people wouldn’t be able to tell the difference,
To be honest, every player reaches a plateau, and clubs are not going change much to the score. When I miss my shot, it’s all my bad, 0 my clubs.
#SecretGiveaway2021
Matt,
Great review. I currently game the 2018 version of the P770 and am curious how the feel and forgiveness of the new P770 compares to those. Any input is appreciated.
Thank you,
Taylor,
We have a review of the original P770 here: https://pluggedingolf.com/taylormade-p770-irons-review/
-Matt
I got fitted last week for the p770 as I was attracted by their stunning look.
Completely another world in terms of feel, compared to the previous model, my son’s gamer.
Looking forward to have them in my bag, in a couple of weeks!
Great review. I ordered mine in early January and still waiting for them to ship. Can’t wait to get them and give them a try. #GetFit2021
Matt
I have the 2017 version of the P770. I actually don’t like them that much and put them in my garage. I know the 2019-20 versions look way better. Has there been a performance improvement in this club head since 2017?
Thanks.
Leroy,
It’s an entirely different club. The new P770 is intended to be a smaller version of the P790.
-Matt
I had been playing taylormade speedblades for a while and loved them. I changed to p-7mc and I hit them well but I loose a little distance. Do the p770 compare to the speedblades?
Joe,
My recollection is that the SpeedBlades are bigger than the new P770 and probably a little more forgiving.
Best,
Matt
Hi there I have been using Rocketbladez Tours for a while but want to avoid those ‘hot’ shots where the ball goes a country mile out of nowhere.
Would you say the P770 was comparable in head size/offset. Offset numbers look similar on paper.
Mathew,
Going off memory, I think the P770 is a bit smaller.
Best,
Matt
I’m upgrading to the p770s from Ping eye2s and I can’t wait to hit them on the course. Do you think they’ll go farther? Just kidding, I know they will. Thanks for the article on the p770s. Here’s to good golfing weather!!
How would these compare to the Hot Metal Pros? Looking for something a little bit more on the players side but wanting to give up all forgiveness. I’m about a 6 and with the Hot metal pros I get some really long shots with the shorter irons.
Patrick,
I have a full review of the Hot Metal Pro here: https://pluggedingolf.com/mizuno-jpx921-hot-metal-pro-irons-review/
-Matt
How would you compare p770 to the Ping blueprint?
Richard,
I have a full review of the PING Blueprint here: https://pluggedingolf.com/ping-blueprint-irons-review/
Best,
Matt
“Beauty and the Beast” all combined and great performance and feel! Best Taylormade iron ever for single digits to 14 handicap.
Fitted at Club Champion for P770 with TT S400 tour issue shafts. Ordered that week (October 2021). Have had the ship date pushed back 4 times now and still waiting. Latest is Feb 2022.
Hi Matt, nice review. I’ll receive the 770’s in March, they are on order, I’m using the 105 modus shafts (I’m 66, need a lighter shaft). Each review I’ve watched or read have nothing but excellent things to say about these clubs…I tried them and loved them. Curious as to why they only made the silver list in the Golf Digest hot list review, not that it matters to me.
Dear Matt – I really appreciate all of your reviews and analysis. I am a mid 50’s 7 HCP and currently playing Ben Hogan Ft. Worth Black irons with KBS Tour V 110’s (Stiff) and looking for a little more forgiveness\distance but still able to work the ball a little bit. Wondering your thoughts on Ping i525 vs P770. Thank you, Peter M.
Peter,
My recollection is that the P770 is a bit smaller with a little more spin, the i525 a bit longer and perhaps more forgiving. The new P770 review will be up next week; that’s a very solid offering.
-Matt