Callaway FT-5 Upgrade
Created: 12/09/09
Like many recreational golfers, I can’t afford to be on the cutting edge and tend to be a generation, or two, behind. Purchasing a top-of-the-line driver like the Callaway FT-5, I’m a getting a performance boost from technology that is only a couple of years old. Also, perhaps more importantly, I’m able to enjoy the benefits of an upgraded shaft.
Not every shot goes straight, I’m not that kind of golfer, but I have noticed, as well as my golfing buddies, that I’m hitting it consistently straighter. Distance is comparable to my previous club but I don’t have to swing as hard. However, it is loud on impact. I moved up to 9.5 degree head (neutral) and couldn’t be more pleased with the results.

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One of the best out there...!!
Created: 02/08/08
Unlike some of the new drivers with triangular and squared shapes, the look of FT-5 driver is very classic. From the top looking down, I could not tell the head was 460cc. It just fits my eyes. All black and sleek finish.
As for playability, it is just excellent. The sound is solid, nothing bothersome. Ball flight is on the lower side compared to other 9.5 degree drivers. Very forgiving and good distance. Most of my miss hits ended up in play. No complaints what so ever... No wonder this club made the best club in Golf Digest's equipment review two years in a row.
Make sure you get fitted with the right shaft for Callaway offers a variety of choices. I got fitted with Fujikura 360.
All in all 10 out of 10!!
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9 thumbs up
| Yes, I would recommend this product to a friend.
Created: 05/09/11
9 thumbs up. This is my 2nd ft5 callaway driver bought both from 3 balls golf. Their club rating system is excellent. Rch is the standard calaway shaft i would prefer a better shaft

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Great Driver
Created: 11/07/09
Hello I am a 2 handicap and I play tournament golf! I previously owned a TaylorMade Quad, FT-3 tour, and a FT-5tour 9.5* with a Graffaloy Platinum stiff shaft. I bought this FT-5 tour 10.5* with a diamana blueboard XS shaft. This is a wonderful driver but what makes it special is the blueboard shaft. I've increase my launch angle and decreased my spin rate greatly which means 10(285to 295yds) extra yards. With this shaft you do not have to try to to keep the ball low. The low spin rate allows the ball not to be affected as much by the wind. My shot dispersion has narrowed quite a bit with this shaft. I hit it farther and hit more fairways. Do not buy the stock(made for mfg diamana) shaft. Buy the aftermarket Diamana shaft it does not say Taylormade, Callaway,or titleist on the shaft it just says Diamana on it. Get the white or blueboard shaft that fits your swingspeed. A very good clubfitter can help with this choice. The shaft is the engine. It's the difference between 4 cylinder and a V8. WHAT DO YOU WANT TO DRIVE!!!!
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Callaway FT-5 Driver Head Only
Created: 04/01/10
I wanted to build a second set of clubs to leave at the family winter home in Florida. I was looking for an inexpensive way to duplicate my current set and put to use my experiences building golf clubs. By shopping on eBay (with a little bit of patience) I was able to buy all the clubs that I wanted at a price roughly 40% less that my original investment. The Callaway FT-5 bag has been the best driver that I have used - it's not the "latest and greatest" technology, but it works well for me. I like the way the club looks and I have a lot of confidence in the way it works.

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