Takomo 101U driving irons are one of the best value long game option utility irons and an ideal and value option to replace your hybrids.
Takomo have made quite the impression since being launched in 2021, with 101U joined by the second generation 101 MKII irons, 201 MKII irons and 201T MKII irons as well as 301CB and 301MB blade.
The Takomo 101U is the long irons option with a hollow-body construction, strong lofts and a confidence-inspiring profile – priced well below many mainstream utility irons.
Designed as a hybrid alternative rather than a traditional long iron, the 101U is built for golfers who want a penetrating tee shot, low-spin distance and more control than they get from a fairway wood.
Pros & Cons
✅ Outstanding value at $119 / €119 with a KBS Hybrid shaft and Lamkin Crossline grip included
✅ Hollow-body, perimeter-weighted design delivers more forgiveness than a traditional long iron
✅ Thick sole and longer blade length create a confidence-inspiring look and help maintain speed on small mishits
✅ Strong lofts and low-spin flight make it a very effective fairway finder from the tee
✅ Available in three sensible lofts: 18 degrees, 20 degrees and 22 degrees
❌ The stock 80 g KBS Hybrid shaft may be too light for some faster swingers who prefer a 100 g-plus utility-iron build
❌ Low-spin, bullet-like flight will not suit golfers who need a utility iron to launch very high and land softly into greens
❌ There are limited off-the-rack customisation and fitting options compared with major OEM utility irons
Takomo 101 Utility Irons Specs & Design
The 101U uses a hollow-body construction with a 431 carbon-steel body, a precision-milled thin face and substantial perimeter weighting.
The design is intended to generate fast ball speeds while placing weight low in the head, helping golfers launch a strong utility iron without needing to strike it like a traditional blade.
Takomo has intentionally given the club a thick weighted sole and elongated blade length, that produces a more forgiving, confidence-inspiring look at address than a narrow, tour-only driving iron.
The design also helps the club glide through fairway, semi-rough and light turf interaction with the 101U’s biggest strength is the ability to produce a flat, powerful flight from the tee.
It is designed for medium to fast-swing-speed golfers who want a club that can find narrow fairways, handle wind and offer a more controlled alternative to a driver or 3-wood.
The hollow head and thin milled face provide genuine ball speed, while the perimeter weighting gives the club noticeably more support on off-centre strikes than a conventional long iron.
The wide sole and hybrid shaft provide help, yet the low-spin, penetrating design is more naturally suited to tee shots and long positional plays than towering approaches into guarded greens.
The 101U irons come in 2-iron (18 degrees), 3-iron (20 degrees) and 4-iron (22 degrees) options and can be purchased individually. They are now available in left-handed options too.
The irons comes with KBS Tour or KBS Tour Lite shafts (Regular/Stiff/X) options and Lamkin Crossline grips in right or left-handed clubs.
Takomo 101U Driving Irons Review: Are they any good?
The Takomo 101U is still one of the best-value driving irons available and an ideal option for a mid to fast-speed golfer who wants a reliable fairway finder and a sensible hybrid replacement.
Its hollow-body construction, thick sole, long blade and thin face create a genuinely forgiving package that is capable of producing fast, low-spin shots without demanding tour-level ball striking.
The price is its greatest advantage as each 101U iron costs dramatically less than many premium utility irons. It is a very low-risk way to find out whether a driving iron suits your game.
FAQs
How much do Takomo Golf 101U irons cost?
The driving irons cost $119 USD plus shipping per club. The Takomo discount code GOLFREVIEWSGUIDETAKOMO can be used when purchasing.
What are the Takomo 101U driving irons specs?
The specs of the 101U irons are: 2-iron (18 degrees), 3-iron (20 degrees) and 4-iron (22 degrees).
Do the driving irons fit with any other the irons models?
Yes. The driving irons are designed to fit seamlessly at the top end of your bag whether you play the 101, 201, 201T or 301 models.
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