FAQs : RIFLE

Q1: How is the Rifle Flighted different from the Rifle?
A1: The Rifle Flighted was introduced in 1998 after tremendous success on the European Tour with many notable professionals – including a recent seven-time winner of the European Order of Merit (Leading Money Winner). It has ALL of the same qualities of the Rifle shaft with the added benefit of an increased change in kick points throughout a set of shafts. This means that the Rifle Flighted has long irons with lower kicks than the Rifle shaft long irons. This translates into a higher launch angle for higher ball flight. The Rifle Flighted short irons have higher kick points than the Rifle shaft and this tends to reduce launch angle for a slightly lower ball flight. Note that the Rifle Flighted is a dedicated length shaft and is not to be tip trimmed. It is available in either Parallel or Taper tip and is only available in the following frequency levels (coefficients): 4.5 / 5.0 / 5.5 / 6.0 / 6.5 / 7.0.

Q2: What makes the Rifle Shaft better than other shafts?
A2: First of all, the Rifle is a frequency matched shaft. Secondly, it has a unique stepless shape (geometry). This allows the Rifle to be extremely efficient.

Q3: How do I know which FM flex designation is right for me?
A3: The best way is to hit demo clubs or Rifle shafts to find out your optimum FM level. Another method is to find your favorite club in your set. This is the club that you feel you have the most confidence in. Take this club and have it frequency analyzed on the Precision Golf Frequency Analyzer. From this reading it is possible to have a full set of "favorite" clubs built to match your swing.

Q4: What are the advantages of the Rifle shaft?
A4: The Rifle shaft has many performance-driven features. First of all, it is frequency matched which ensures consistency from club to club throughout a set. Secondly, it is a constant taper (stepless) shaft with a proprietary internal design. This Rifling provides exceptional strength throughout the shaft and allows more energy to be realized at impact.