Men's golf club sets

What's in a men's golf club set?

A men's complete golf club set contains the clubs you need to play every shot on the course. Most sets include a driver for the tee, one or two woods or hybrids for long shots, irons for approach play, a pitching wedge for around the green and a putter. A golf bag is often included. The clubs are built to standard men's length, which works out roughly an inch longer than a ladies' set and with a slightly stiffer shaft.

Which set suits you?

Not every player needs the same set. These are the options:

• Complete men's set: every club at once, usually eight to twelve pieces. The logical choice when you're going from nothing to a full bag.
• Half set: a smaller selection of clubs, lighter to carry and better value. Fine if you play a few times a year.
• Left-handed set: the same build, mirrored for left-handed players.
• Individual golf clubs: already own a set and only want to top it up or replace a club? Order them separately.

Someone else playing in the household? Take a look at the ladies' golf sets, which have a shorter shaft and a lighter flex.

Steel or graphite?

The difference between a steel and a graphite men's set is in the shaft. Steel shafts are heavier and give more control and feedback, which suits a faster swing. Graphite shafts are lighter, so you generate clubhead speed more easily and the ball travels further. Graphite also dampens vibration, which helps if your elbows or wrists give you trouble. Many men's sets combine the two: graphite in the woods, steel in the irons.

Getting the size right

Standard men's length suits most players, but not everyone. If you're taller than roughly 1.88 metres, or just over six foot two, you'll often play better with an extended set. If you're shorter, a shortened set can work out better. The golf club size chart matches your height to the right club length.

Golf sets from top brands

Our range features men's sets from well-known golf brands:

• Callaway: forgiving sets that are easy to play.
• Wilson: a trusted name in complete sets for decades.
• TaylorMade: known for their woods and the distance they deliver.

Want to explore more? See the complete overview of all golf club brands and compare by brand.

Cheap men's golf club sets

A complete set is an investment, but it doesn't have to be expensive. The golf clubs sale regularly features reduced sets, and in used golf equipment you'll find second-hand sets we've checked over. That way you play with a full bag without paying the new price.

Frequently asked questions about men's golf sets

What is included in a men's complete golf club set?

Usually a driver, one or two fairway woods or hybrids, irons from the 5 or 6 through to the 9, a pitching wedge and a putter. That works out at eight to twelve clubs, and many sets include a golf bag. You may carry a maximum of fourteen clubs during a round, so there's room left to add individual clubs later.

Steel or graphite shafts for a men's set?

Steel gives more control and is heavier; graphite is lighter and generally delivers a little more distance. If you swing hard and want precision, steel is a good choice. If you're after ease and speed, or your joints bother you, graphite feels better. A combination of the two is the most common setup.

Are there golf club sets for tall men?

Yes. Players over roughly 1.88 metres often benefit from an extended set, where the shafts are typically an inch longer than standard. Playing with clubs that are too short forces you to bend more at address, which costs consistency. Check the size chart to see which length matches your height.

How many golf clubs come in a set?

Most complete men's sets contain between eight and twelve clubs. Half sets contain fewer, often five to seven. The Rules of Golf allow a maximum of fourteen clubs in your bag during a round, which is why many players start with a set and then add individual clubs.