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The Tour Edge Exotics E721 irons are larger and stronger lofted than the C721 irons. Very long and easy to hit. High ball flight.
Introduction
I recently reviewed the Tour Edge Exotics C721 irons [check it out HERE] and praised them for their category-defying combination of performance traits. Today, I’m taking a look at the E721 irons. In the current Tour Edge Exotics line, C stands for Competition, the model meant for better players. E stands for Extreme, as in extreme distance and extreme forgiveness. Are the E721 irons just another distance iron or something more? Let’s find out.
Check out the new Tour Edge Exotics E722 irons HERE
Looks
The Tour Edge Exotics E721 irons straddle that line between game improvement and super game improvement irons. This set has a very thick top line and a noticeable amount of offset. The sole is also substantial, though not as wide a some hybrid-style irons.
Compared to the C721 irons, the E721 is bigger in every way. The top line and sole are thicker, and there is more offset. Also, the face shape of the E721 is rounder which makes the face look larger.
In the bag, the two irons look nearly identical. Both eschew bright colors for silver in a variety of tones and textures. If you look closely, you can spot the E721’s “undercut” design, but the difference is subtle.
Sound & Feel
Just as in the C721 irons, Tour Edge’s VIBRCOR technology does an amazing job of making a modern iron feel very solid and traditional. Impact with the E721 is much quieter than you would expect, making the same low-pitched “snap” as the C721.
The one difference that I noted between the C721 and the E721 irons is that there is a slight change in feel between the long and short irons in the E721 set. With the C721, the irons feel the same from top to bottom. When hit well, the E721 long irons have this extra level of “holy **** that ball might not be round anymore.”
Performance
After testing the C721 irons and taking a look at the specs of both sets, I wasn’t sure what to expect from the E721. The C721 impressed me for the way that it put playable spin into an iron that was still very long and forgiving. I wanted to expect the same from the E721, but the “Power Lofted” specs – roughly two degrees stronger throughout the set – made me skeptical. It turns out that at any loft, Tour Edge Exotics can make an iron that’s both long and playable.
The speed and distance are what first stood out about the E721 irons, so we’ll start there. This set has elite ball speed and high end forgiveness that keeps your ball speed high even on mishits. Those are the key ingredients to the E721’s extreme distance. The E721 8-iron produced the same ball speed as the C721 7-iron, and was 25 yards longer than my gamers.
As with the C721, what impressed me even more was the spin and ball flight of the E721 irons. This set features a 360-degree undercut design which allows the face to flex more, producing higher launching shots. You can see this feature at work both on the launch monitor and on the course – “towering” is its stock shot. Pair that high launch with slightly above average spin and you get shots that not only carry forever, they can also hold the green when they finally come down.
The above average launch and spin help to negate some of the typical concerns about strong lofted irons, but players should still be aware of their distance gaps and set make up. For me, the 21.5 degree 5I was the lowest-lofted iron I could consider carrying, and even that was borderline. When well hit, it went a mile, but, as a low launching player, I hit a fair number of shots that weren’t much longer than the 6I. Make sure to work with your fitter to create a proper set configuration for your game.
Speaking of fitting, Tour Edge Exotics continues to offer a great array of stock shafts with recommendations based on your swing speed. For the slower swinger, they suggest the KBS TGI Tour Graphite. The mid and high speed swingers can choose between the Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX in graphite or the True Temper Elevate 95 in steel. Each of these shafts is offered in multiple flexes for a precise fit.
Conclusion
If the C721 irons aren’t long or forgiving enough for you, take things up another notch with the Tour Edge Exotics E721 irons. This set feels outstanding at impact, but more importantly, they perform. Just get ready to start hitting shorter irons into greens.
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Tour Edge Exotics E721 Irons Price & Specs
Matt lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with his wife and two daughters.
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Great Review Matt. These are in my consideration box to upgrade from my current Rogue X irons
When comparing similar loft (e.g., your 24 degree 5 iron vs. a Tour Edge 24 degree 6 iron– how do they compare distance, height, etc.)?
Alex,
Are you asking about comparing the E721 to my gamers? If so, we’re comparing apples and oranges: my Blueprints aren’t in the same county for ball speed or forgiveness.
Best,
Matt
Hello – How do these compare with the TaylorMade SIM2 irons? Any feedback? Thank you
Landy,
We have a full review of the SIM2 Max irons here: https://pluggedingolf.com/taylormade-sim2-max-irons-review/
-Matt
I’m looking for the shaft specs for the Tour Edge E721.
Are they parallel or tapered.
Great write up !
I have played EVERYTHING!! I’m that guy who purchases first , then purchases again. Yes lots of money wasted . Golf is my only hobby, so I get away with it when wife is concerned.
I am average golfer . Carry a 14 Hc . Do I need a super game improvement iron , NO. BUT……
Last year I started playing the Tour edge exs 220 h irons. I have never EVER hit as many greens as I do now, even with the 1k sets . I love their product .
One thing I noticed is . The 220h irons are very hard to finesse around greens. Obviously with the wide sole , unless you are hitting from super fluffy stuff. They bounce right into ball on tight lies .
So , looking into the E721’s. Pretty sure I’ll be getting a sw and gw e721. I know your article stressed the distance these produce .
But also the feel and from looks , even with wider sole, club still has traditional lines as in the lE leading edge .
I am a true believer in this brand and will put them against anything . Thanks!!!
Hi Matt, is the top edge of the C721’s thinner than those E721’s???……… grew up on blades so find it difficult to concentrate when the top edge is thick…….. maybe need a shrink to sort that out. Cheers Graham
Graham,
Yes, the C721 has a thinner top line than the E721.
Best,
Matt
Great review. I saw in the comments of the C721 that you used Elevate 95 VSS for your shaft. What shaft and flex did you use for this review?
Don,
The True Temper XP 85, stiff.
Best,
Matt
Thanks Matt.
Matt great review. I read articles about the 721 irons awhile back and finally settled on a fitted set of E 721s in 5 through PW, AW,SW. I can vouch for the increase in height and length of shots. Had to gladly start over on distancing. They feel, sound and hit great compared to my previous XHots. Love ’em!
Matt
What about clubs where distance may not be the main objective, e.g. AW and SW, would you suggest another alternative?
Brian,
My default is to play matching clubs until there’s a reason not to. The forgiveness in these clubs is excellent, which is a good thing all the way through the wedges. That said, if you want something more versatile, I really like the Edison wedges.
Best,
Matt
What about mixing the two sets up? Like 3-4-5 in the e and rest in the c.
Mike,
That’s a fine idea, just make sure that the distance gapping works.
-Matt
Matt,
Thanks for excellent review.
I’m now 74 but grew up on player’s iron, and currently playing Apex 21’s. Increasingly swing speed has led to loss of height and carry.
Can you tell me if there is any material difference in looks and playability between the E721 and the Mavrik irons?
Geoff,
I have a full review of the MAVRIK irons here: https://pluggedingolf.com/callaway-mavrik-irons-review/
Both sets are in the same class, generally speaking. Roughly similar size. As always, it comes down to fit and preference.
Best,
Matt
I for fitted Callaway Mavrik 2020 5 to AW ust Mamya 460 RECOIL A flex. I can hit prêt t’y well my 8 down irons but
Hardly 6 and 7 which i feel face top offset. I tried an E721 7 iron graphite a flex and i felt at home
Hi,
Mid handicapper above average swing speed low ball draw hitter. I have a set of these graphite shafts 6 to Gw. I play my irons to the loft not the club number. So juiced up lofts do not really bother me, however when they also lengthen the shafts alot that is an issue. This review is spot on the biggest thing I noticed is the amazing gain in height. Loft for loft there pretty long and very forgiving. The offset for some reason has not affected me these want to go straight. There great on toe hits my usual miss very little distance loss noticed. Feel is really good especially the longer irons very powerful . I have played about 7 rounds with them no desire to change. I also bought a set of c721s there sharp but I am going to sell them. No desire to really try anything else right now. Which is pretty crazy since I change irons alot. Also they look really smart in the bag, if I had an issue with Tour Edge in the past. It was the look was not up to other OEM irons. However these are really sharp, finish seems pretty durable. Tremendous set of irons for the money.