Stupid Golf Question
Blade irons vs cavity back irons: what is the difference?
An iron wall offers blades and cavity backs like the choice is obvious
Plain answer first
The plain answer
Blade-style irons usually have compact heads and less help on off-center strikes. Cavity back irons use perimeter weighting and often wider soles to preserve more speed and launch on misses, although modern iron designs sit on a spectrum.
The NPG answer
One reports every miss in detail; the other is more willing to help with the paperwork.
When it matters
It matters when choosing irons because head size, sole design, launch, feel, and forgiveness can change confidence and shot consistency.
What to do next
Compare both from grass with the same shaft, then review strike pattern, carry consistency, peak height, and dispersion.
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What is a hybrid golf club?
A hybrid combines fairway-wood-like head design with the role and length range of a long iron.
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