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So I’ve been reading that the Callaway Edge sets at Costco are the best bang for your buck but I also am not sure if it would be worth it since apparently they don’t have resale value

I’ve found some preowned deals on FB marketplace wondering if these might be better:

$125 for Strata: Driver 3wood 4 hybrid 5 hybrid

$350 for Hawkeye and Fairway woods set

$350 strata 9 club set

I can send pics too if needed

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 day ago

Do not get the strata clubs at that price, that's way too expensive. There are a few different classes of irons in general, and as a new player you should be looking at "game improvement", "cavity back", or any high forgiveness iron set. Check your marketplaces or 2nd swing for an iron set that's not too old and you shouldn't have to spend more than $250 for something from a top brand like Mizuno or Callaway or TM. Japanese brands tend to go for a little cheaper if you're buying used irons. Then grab a 5 or 6 year old driver for about $100-120, easily findable on eBay. Make sure your shafts are all "regular" flex or the appropriate flex for your build depending on who you are. For fairway woods, I personally would recommend starting with a 7 wood only and figure out what clubs you like as your ball striking improves. 3 and 5 wood are very difficult to hit off the fairway and have less practical use for newer players. And finally, get a 54° or 56° degree wedge to practice higher arc and bunker shots and a putter of your choice (would recommend going and trying a few at a golf store). Eventually you can deck out your bag with just a little more knowledge about your swing and decide whether you want more woods, hybrids, long irons or more wedges.

If you go this way you'll end up with quality equipment aimed at "high handicappers" rather than new players (marketing) and the resale value will stay decent if you resell within a year or so.

If you'd want specific recommendations or to point you in the right direction feel free to reach out, good luck!!