MACGREGOR GOLF CLUBS

Not necessarily, no. MacGregor is known for its high-quality, affordable golf clubs, which are designed for golfers of all skill levels. However, beginner golfers often see quick improvements when using them thanks to their user-friendly design, high launch and exceptional forgiveness. But beyond skill level, many golfers choose MacGregor because of its historical significance and the brand's association with the 'golden era' of golf. If this is something you value, MacGregor is well worth a look.

Yes, MacGregor Golf has been involved in numerous significant leaps forward in golf technology over the years.

MacGregor was one of the first major manufacturers to adopt and legalise steel shafts in the early 1920s. MacGregor was also a pioneer in popularising the use of persimmon wood for high-quality woods. In fact, the MT (MacGregor Tourney) iron, introduced in 1950, was one of the first to utilise a weighted back design to lower the centre of gravity. Today, you'll find similar technology across a whole host of top golf brands.

Given the brand's shift towards focusing on higher handicap players and those seeking the most forgiveness, you'll struggle to find any professionals actively using MacGregor clubs today.

That wasn't always the case, though. During the mid-20th century, MacGregor became a powerhouse in golf, thanks to the recruitment of legendary golfers and designers like Tommy Armour and Toney Penna. MacGregor clubs have been used to win an impressive 59 major championships by all-time greats such as Byron Nelson, Ben Hogan, Greg Norman, and Jack Nicklaus.

So if you're looking for a sign of quality, this is surely it.

MacGregor Golf clubs are available at various price points, with some products listed for as low as £49.95.

But that's just for a single club. Most players using shopping with MacGregor opt for a full set, as the brand is known for offering everything a golfer needs at a fraction of the price point they'd expect from competitors. At the time of writing, a MacGregor junior set will only set you back £129, while a full adult set comes in at a stellar £329 from Clarkes Golf. Grab yourself a brand new set today.