If there has been one area consistently nitpicked by golfers when it comes to Tour Edge and the Exotics lineups, it has been irons. Yes, last year they produced some of the most under the radar good players irons ever in the EXS Pro Forged, but the focus on Exotics is always primarily on metalwoods, and rightfully so.
While that trend of fascinating metal woods definitely looks like it will be continuing with the C721 versions dropping, but David Glod and Tour Edge are out to entirely change the dynamic of perception on their Exotics irons with the C721 and E721 releases.
Tour Edge Exotics C721 and E721 Iron Tech Rundown
At their root, both of these irons are built on optimizing distance and feel for two distinct segments, the C721 is presented as a “Players Distance” iron, and the E721 as “Extreme Game Improvement”. That said, let it be clear, these are a total departure for Tour Edge and the Exotics line. They are a ground up design with as much heavy tech in them as anything else out there on the market. It is because of that fact that I believe it is worth us talking about the technology first before we dive into the specifics of both models.
Foremost, one of the two biggest tech stories in both irons sets is what Tour Edge is calling VIBRCOR. As you might have guessed based on the name, this is a dampening material which is applied in two locations within both irons. This is a proprietary TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) which has the job of helping improve feel while also dampening unwanted audible and tactile feedback at impact. The most head turning claim from Tour Edge here is that it has let them create a powerful, long iron which have the feel of a forged blade. Bold statement that no doubt many will want to see if it holds true after their release.
The other big hitter in design is the implementation of the company’s Diamond Face 2.0 which is the basis to their variable face thickness application. Versus traditional methods, here Tour Edge uses diamonds of various thicknesses that cover the entire face of the irons, 92 in the C721 and 103 in the bigger E721. These serve to create a broader sweet spot and forgiveness on the perimeters of the irons. This is also the first time that the company has applied this to irons, which is indeed rather exciting.
There are a few iron specific design traits I’ll touch on in those sections as well, but before that I do want to get into the attention to fitting, which Tour Edge is doing all they can to emphasize its importance. First, each head, although not a forged body, has a Notched Hosel which will allow bending +/- 3°. Also, they are implementing their SpeedTested shaft fitting program where they seek to offer the best performing stock options for three different speed classes.
Now then, lets take a closer look at each iron.
Tour Edge Exotics C721 Irons
The C721 are, as previously mentioned, “Players Distance” irons by design. The “C” in the naming actually stands for “competition spec” and is the basis to these irons having an overall smaller topline in a classic looking shape which should appeal to a broad range of golfers from lower handicaps on up. Additionally, these are hollow body irons which implement VIBRCOR in two different locations, the inner cavity as well as the external one, to ensure the irons don’t feel like hollow body clubs.
Obviously, the hollow design will allow significant weighting to be shifted to the perimeter, which combined with the forged high strength military grade maraging steel face which is plasma welded to the body, makes for an iron built for easy speed and distance.
The iron set specifications of the C721’s are as follows:
The C721 irons will also have three stock shaft options selected with Tour Edge’s SpeedTested custom shaft fitting program. The stock options are as follows:
- 85 MPH or Below – KBS TGI: [60-gram A], [50-gram L]
- 85-95 MPH – Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX: [80-gram R/5.5] + True Temper Elevate 95 VSS: [95-gram R]
- 95 MPH or Above – Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX: [80-gram X/6.5], [80-gram S/6.0] + True Temper Elevate 95 VSS: [95-gram X], [95-gram S]
Tour Edge Exotics E721 Irons
The “E” in the E721 stands for “extreme spec” and these are truly a game improvement Exotics iron design. In terms of footprint, it indeed has a thicker topline and sole, as well as a more forgiving look overall, as it should. The name of the game here is launch with extreme forgiveness and ball speed.
Important to point out, the E721 is not a hollow body iron. Instead, it is an extremely toe weighted profile with a massive 360 undercut which keeps the CG very low in the one-piece design while allowing the face to flex as much as possible. That toe weighting helps to stretch the sweet spot to increase playability. Additionally, 103 diamonds are applied through Diamond Face 2.0 as well as the use of VIBRCOR in both the undercut and behind the face to help ensure a good feel.
The E721 are also “Power Lofted” because of the deep center of gravity in order to make sure the irons maintain their proper launch parameters. Specifications are as follows:
Additionally, the E721 are also part of Tour Edge’s SpeedTested program of optimized fitting, the shaft options are below:
- 85 MPH or Below – KBS TGI: [60-gram A], [50-gram L]
- 85-95 MPH – KBS TGI: [70-gram R] + True Temper XP85: [85-gram R]
- 95 MPH or Above – KBS TGI: [80-gram S] + True Temper XP85: [85-gram S]
The Details
Both iron sets will be available starting on 3/10/21 directly from Tour Edge as well as through retailers worldwide. The C721 will come in at $129.99 (steel) or $149.99 (graphite) per iron while the E721 settle in at $99.99 (steel) and $114.99.
THP will have more on these irons as release hits, but until then, what do you think about this direction for Tour Edge and their Exotics irons? Jump into the conversation on the THP Community or below and let us know!
The excitement Tour Edge has for these is unlike I’ve seen them before for any previous release. And they SWEAR that they absolutely nailed the sound.
Wow the pricing is fantastic!
Can’t wait to read the feedback of those who try them.
Any in hand side by side picks to show the differences in blade length, topline, Sole width, etc between the two?
Not yet, but should be any day now.
This is the truth. TE is coming full bore into 2021 and I’m here for it.
I like the "powerful long irons, with the feel of a forged blade." Sign me up for that!
They are ADAMANT about the sound and feel aspect on these too, it’s sorry of blown me away how confident they are about that. Can’t wait until we start seeing real world feedback on it
That’s great, and I don’t think they would just say that without believing it. I’ve never really considered TEE irons, and I’m not sure if looks alone on this one changes my mind, but if the sound, feel and performance are there, why not give them a try.
Way more refined than that and certainly more tech.
I think its riding the wave, plus, these were likely in design before the big boom, ya know? Either way, youre spot on about them stepping it up. Look at them, then look down the road to W/S and see the stark contrast of "wow" and "ouch"
Agreed that they were probably in design already. But I always wonder what’s in design, that doesn’t make it to consumers because of financial or market constraints.
Either way, TEE is looking up, and I’m looking forward to more in hand views and reviews as they come in.
Seems it does but was just curious.
Or will there be another release like an EXS221?
Does it replace it? Kind of a tricky question. While I can’t speak to pre-release equipment, I think their track record has been fairly black and white. Hot Launch releases and then Exotics releases.
Yes, I believe this is the new Exotics line and we will see new HL next time. Total ground up construction. Though they are going to keep the EXS Pro’s in line for the time being I believe.
Correct! The E’s just have a massive undercut in the cavity to maximize speed potential, the bigger profile lends more to that than going hollow body I would guess.
That is a comparison I really do want to see visually! Also want to see the C721 next to something like the KFT’s
Missed the TEEm by one year – I thought the EXS pros were nice! Wow these look awesome! Great offerings –
I think EXS 220 and Pro lineup of 2020 got ears and eyes to perk up – this next series is going to make them a household name.
that would be a fun one!
I agree, 2021 offerings from TEE have been fantastic thus far.
I’ve been gaming an EX10 Beta 3w the last 2 years, based on the positive feedback I go there, and I wasn’t disappointed. So I was aware of TEE, but couldn’t agree more on your assessment. The EXS220 line up make me look harder, and now the 721 releases have made me stand up.
There were not at the showcase. We don’t have them in hand…..yet.
No added draw weighting if that is what you are asking. Not like the 521 lines.
Man, the C’s and those shaft would look killer.
like a match made in heaven! Red and black
Thinking the same thing. Both are spec’d about the same with a 27.5* 7i.
The e721’s have a little offset like any other game improvement iron but doesn’t look anywhere near the offset of say the C521 irons or E521 Iron woods.
Just watched the 2nd swing robot guy hit them. His shots with the C721 were ending just right of center and the E721 just left of center. Nothing extreme either way.
Really digging the E721’s. I will be ordering a 7i once they hit their trial/demo page.
Totally agree, best looking non true players irons I’ve seen from them (the EXS Pro’s and the MB’s are just a different category altogether haha)
I totally think it’d be a fun comparison for sure
The more I’ve thought about it, the more I like it. The numbers are great, but I want to know how they FEEL up against each other.
I definitely think you should do it