What Does Cavity Back Mean in Golf?
By The Fairway Labs TeamReviewed
Equipment
Golf term
Cavity back
Cavity back in practice
If you are unsure which iron style to buy, cavity-back irons are almost always the safer choice — muscle-back blades are built for skilled players who consistently strike the ball center-face.
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