Project X 6.5 Review - Specs, Flex, Weight - The Ultimate Golfing Resource

Project X 6.5 Review – Specs, Flex, Weight

The Project X shafts may not get the same attention as HZRDUS and Dynamic Gold shafts; but they are still worth checking out if you have an aggressive tempo and need better performance out of your iron play.

The Project X 6.5 shaft in particular is a great shaft for better iron play because of the stiff tip and butt sections. However, it should be noted that one of the reasons why people like this shaft is that it comes in various weight and flex options. The Project X 6.5 is just a better option for faster and more aggressive swingers.

The flex of this shaft is denoted as “6.5.” True Temper uses a number system to dente flex as opposed to the regular, stiff and extra stiff classifications most of us are used to. But for all intents and purposes, the Project X 6.5 is equivalent to a stiff shaft. Will it be the right shaft for your game? Let’s find out.

Project X 6.5 Overview

One of the most remarkable things we found out by testing the Project X 6.5 was that it was very good at keeping shot dispersion tight.

We already knew that the Project X 6.5 was built to provide low launch and low spin; but what we found out on our own was that it’s really hard to take your ball off-line with this shaft.

That will be a good thing for most players as most of us need help keeping the ball on the fairway. While better players might rue the lack of workability, the Project X 6.5 gives you great distance thanks to low launch and spin while keeping your ball straight. Your mis-hits are also not punished with severe hooks or draws.

As we touched on before, the Project X 6.5 shaft has a stiff tip and butt section for uniform control. With midsection flex is somewhat determined by the iron you’re playing but you still get really good energy transfer so you can load up at will.

Why is Project X 6.5 So Popular?

Again, one of the reasons people like this shaft is that it comes in a variety of weight and flex options.

Apart from the Project X 6.5, you can also choose from 5.0, 5.5, 6.0 and 7.0 flexes.

People have also mentioned that they like the Project X 6.5 shaft because it has a stout feel. So if that’s the kind of profile you like from your shaft, then the Project X 6.5 will surely make a fan out of you.

How Does the Project X 6.5 Perform?

As advertised, the Project X 6.5 provides low spin and low launch.

If you play in an area that sees high winds, you’re going to like this shaft. It will definitely help you keep the ball out of high winds and rewards faster swingers with more distance.

Our only problem with the Project X 6.5 came from long approaches. Makeable par 5’s were made a little less makeable due to the roll that this shaft generates. It’s harder to land fast greens from distance because of the low launch and spin.

However, if you’re adept at working the ball or if your irons are strong-lofted, you may not have this same issue.

Project X 6.5 Shaft Specs Table

Specs	Project X 6.5
Weight	125 grams
Available Flex	6.5
Length	41” – 37”
Butt	.600
Tip	.355

What Flexes Are Available? What Swing Speed Do They Suit?

The Project X 6.5 is the equivalent of a stiff flex. It’s best-suited to players who swing their irons 90+ MPH.

What Weights Are Available? What Swing Speed Do They Suit?

The Project X 6.5 is available in a 125 gram version. Again, you will need a 90+ MPH swing speed with your irons to get optimal distance with this shaft.

Why is it So Good?

As long as you have a moderate to fast swing speed, the Project X 6.5 is actually forgiving.

It’s great because it will keep your iron shots on the fairway.

Project X 6.5 First Impressions

At first, the Project X 6.5 certainly felt a bit on the heavy side.

It definitely has a stout profile and responds very well to full swings.

Key Features & Performance

The most important feature of this shaft is the stiff tip and butt.

It allows for very efficient energy transfer and control over your long irons. Side spin is dramatically reduced which makes for much more accurate shots. Trajectory was low, piercing and straight as an arrow.

Project X 6.5 Wedges Review

The low spin of the Project X 6.5 shaft can be offset a bit if you have aggressively-grooved wedges.

If you do, you will really like the response and feel you get from the stiff tip of this shaft. Otherwise, you might have trouble landing the ball dead on pitched or fast greens.

Project X 6.5 Irons Review

Distance is not the issue here. The Project X 6.5 will likely add distance to your long iron shots if you’re in the 90+ MPH swing speed range. The issue is attacking greens from distance. We had a bit of trouble getting enough air under the ball or imparting enough spin to hold greens on long approaches. Apart from that though, the Project X 6.5 adds considerable stability to your iron shots.