Name: X 18 Pro Series
Brand: Callaway

Golf Monthly Verdict

Thicker top edges worked very well even for those who would usually go for a more classic looking shape. The strike was so consistently powerful that we felt confident enough to play around with the ball flight and shape.

Reasons to buy

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Due to the consistent power, the flight and shape of the ball are more easily played with.

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By Neil Tappin

published 14 May 2008

Stainless steel design, core technologies include S2H2 and Tru-Bore hosel for forgiveness and control. Deeper 360-Degree Undercut Channel maximises perimeter weighting for even more forgiveness.

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