Rifle Project X Overview/Technology-
The Rifle Project X is probably the most popular steel shaft amongst the more accomplished players. Royal Precision was the creator of the Project X technologies but is now owned and operated by True Temper, another well known and popular shaft maker.
Player Profile-
The Project X, as mentioned, is a well established shaft among PGA tour players. It has not caught on with recreational, mid to high handicappers. This is probably due to a) this group is not well versed on how important the golf shaft yet or does not put their emphasis in shafts, b) the shaft is or at least was, geared for the better player. This because prior to the Flighted technology, this shaft was not a shaft that was forgiving. We will tackle the Flighted Rifle shafts in another review.
Positive Takeaways– boasts 4 technological advances, found only in the Project X. A Stepless design allows to eliminate “energy robbing” steps allowing for more energy at impact. Frequency Matching allows for “consistent” flex in every swing. MicroTaper eliminates weak points in the shaft by creating a “step” that is more durable and more efficient at transferring energy. Flighted, as mentioned, provides a change in kick point by loft providing an optimal launch.
Negative Takeaways – from an advanced player’s perspective, there are very few if any! The Stepless design is one of the things I especially like.
Player Comments-
“I tried the project x 6.0 today in callaway x20 tours and I loved them”
“These shafts are the best shafts to date i have tryed and i tryed a lot. Penetrating ball flight, good respons. Highly recommended.”
“Nothing better out there. #1. If spined and matched, ball fligt is so sweet and so straight it hurts!”
“When you want to improve your game, no matter what set of Irons you are hitting, you have look to your shafts to help you go to that next level. The Project X iron will definitely help you go there.”
Overall Review Rating – As you can probably tell, I am partial to this shaft. The Project X has stood the test of time. Royal Precision has really put some nice technologies to provide an all-around great steel shaft. But as always, a fitting will truly tell you if you will fit into a Project X shaft.
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One of the best steel shafts around! Great ball trajectory and love the look and aesthetics of the stepless design.
Help me out. Is the 5.5 project x shaft a regular or stiff?
Craig,
The 5.0, 5.5, etc. refers to the shaft flex.
Here is a good discussion on this subject http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=188475
Three baseline pieces of information. 1. I am 63 and in good shape but accommodating the aging process. 2. I am an improving, mid-handicap player. 3. I had the Rifle shafts in my previous irons I used for 14 years before upgrading two years ago.
When I was professionally fitted two years ago using machine and human input, I learned three lessons. 1. The machine doesn’t make mistakes and provides multiple pieces of input that are critical to a successful fitting. 2. I was hitting the ball too high, and lowering my trajectory regained me distance with my irons that I thought I had lost. 3. Seniors are not children of a lessor god, and steel shafts are still more accurate than their graphite counter parts and without increasing the jarring effect of mis-hits to an uncomfortable level.
This is a great shaft in the “R” flex for seniors and others with lower swing speeds that delivers ideal trajectories, consistent distance control, and spot-on accuracy. After two years of use, I would buy this shaft again today.
This is the best shaft I have ever used. Whats not to like…technology, looks and performance. I had a pro recommend the 8a4 shaft and was he right. Feels great the control is excellent and I like how it looks. Really, Really good stuff.
I think the rifle project X shafts are a good choice for a lot of players but would caution that they in my estimation are for stronger players. If you’re anal about weight they are a heavy shaft. So if you’re looking for something in the lighter arena look at Nippon steel shaft. They make I believe the lightest steel shaft around..!