MacGregor Golf M85 Persimmon Driver

1965Tour460cc

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In short

The MacGregor Golf M85 Persimmon (1965) is a low-spin, workable driver for faster swing speeds.

MacGregor Golf M85 Persimmon Driver: Key Specs

Category: Tour
Head size: 460cc
Adjustable: No
Model year: 1965

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Tour Driver

Tour drivers are engineered for the fastest swing speeds on the planet - compact heads, low spin, and surgical workability over maximum forgiveness.

Best suited for low-handicap players with swing speeds above 105 mph who want to shape shots and optimize launch angle precisely.

Frequently Asked Questions

What swing speed do I need for a tour driver?: Most fitting data points to 105+ mph for tour drivers to perform as intended. Below that, the low-spin design can rob you of carry distance.
Are tour drivers harder to hit?: Yes. The compact head and lower MOI mean off-center hits lose more distance and accuracy than with game-improvement designs. The tradeoff is shot-shaping ability.
What shaft flex should I pair with a tour driver?: X-Stiff or Stiff, depending on your exact swing speed. At 105+ mph, X-Stiff helps keep spin in check. At 95-105, Stiff is typically the right fit.
Can a mid-handicapper use a tour driver?: Technically yes, but most mid-handicappers won't get the benefit - the forgiveness is lower and distance may suffer. A players-distance driver is often a better fit.

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Alternatives to the MacGregor Golf M85 Persimmon

Other tour driver models from different brands, closest to its model year.

Adams Golf Speedline 9032LS

2009

Epon AF-105

2013

Callaway Alpha 816

2015 · $399

Cobra Fly-Z+

2015 · $349

Srixon Z745

2015 · $499

Ping G30 LS Tec

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Frequently Asked Questions

What swing speed do I need for a tour driver?

Most fitting data points to 105+ mph for tour drivers to perform as intended. Below that, the low-spin design can rob you of carry distance.

Are tour drivers harder to hit?

Yes. The compact head and lower MOI mean off-center hits lose more distance and accuracy than with game-improvement designs. The tradeoff is shot-shaping ability.

What shaft flex should I pair with a tour driver?

X-Stiff or Stiff, depending on your exact swing speed. At 105+ mph, X-Stiff helps keep spin in check. At 95-105, Stiff is typically the right fit.

Can a mid-handicapper use a tour driver?

Technically yes, but most mid-handicappers won't get the benefit - the forgiveness is lower and distance may suffer. A players-distance driver is often a better fit.