CHOOSING THE CORRECT IRONS
Once you understand how the different types of irons work, you can start to pick out the irons that will benefit your game. Keep in mind that it is not always important to use the iron that will give you the farthest distance. i.e., long irons. Often times you will want to use your mid irons-5, 6, or 7 that will aid you in hitting shorter shots. This is why it is important to buy a full set of well rounded clubs, so that you have a club ready for any situation that might arise.
In some situations you will need to purchase golf clubs separately. The 1 iron and 2 iron clubs are not normally included in a typical set of clubs. The 1 iron and 2 iron clubs have long shaft, a thin club head, and do not provide much loft. This means that a beginning golfer probably is not going to want to learn with these types of clubs because they are typically not suited for novice players. Therefore, it is best to start with a general set of clubs, and then purchase 1 and 2 irons once you start to hone your skills. Most experts also advise that beginners and recreational players stay away from the 3 and 4 irons, and use fairway woods or utility clubs instead.

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