Callaway Apex MB 18
The Callaway Apex MB 18 is a muscle-back iron set from 2017. It is forged. It has minimal offset, a thin topline and a narrow sole. It is rated for swing speeds of 90 to 120 mph and handicaps of 0 to 5. It listed at $1,100 when it launched in 2017. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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Callaway Apex MB 18 specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Callaway |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $1,100 |
| Type | Muscle back |
| Construction | Forged |
| Material | Forged S25C carbon steel |
| Set make-up | 3-PW |
| 7-iron loft | 34° |
| Offset | Minimal |
| Topline | Thin |
| Sole width | Narrow |
| Launch | Low |
| Spin | High |
| Swing speed range | 90 to 120 mph |
| Handicap range | 0 to 5 |
| Forgiveness rating | 3 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 10 out of 10 |
| Feel rating | 10 out of 10 |
| Key technology | Forged S25C, muscle-back, 20V grooves |
No longer made: look for it used.
- Check the return policy before you buy.
- Ask for photos of the face, crown and sole.
- Fake heads and shafts exist. Be wary of prices far below the others and of sellers you do not know.
- Shops that grade condition, like 2nd Swing and GlobalGolf, make returns easier.
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Where these specs come from
Partly verified. We have source pages for this model, but it does not yet meet all of our checks for the verified tier.
Specs read from callawaygolfpreowned.com
Model confirmed on callawaygolfpreowned.com, golfwrx.com
Who the Callaway Apex MB 18 suits
- Skilled ball-strikers who shape shots and want the most feel.
- Its forgiveness rating is 3 out of 10. It gives less help on off-centre hits than most clubs of its type.
- It is rated for faster swings. Below 90 mph you may not get the launch it is built for.
- It is rated up to a 5 handicap. Higher handicaps usually want more forgiveness.
- It is discontinued. Check the condition before you pay, and compare used prices.
Similar to the Callaway Apex MB 18
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Wilson Staff Staff Model BladeWilson Staff2026 · $1,400 · 95 to 125 mph
- Mizuno Pro S-1Mizuno2025 · $1,505 · 95 to 125 mph
- Mizuno Pro 241Mizuno2024 · $1,400 · 95 to 125 mph
- Ping Blueprint TPing2024 · $1,600 · 95 to 125 mph
Callaway Apex MB 18: common questions
Who is the Callaway Apex MB 18 for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 90 to 120 mph and handicaps of 0 to 5. Skilled ball-strikers who shape shots and want the most feel.
How much does the Callaway Apex MB 18 cost?
It listed at about $1,100 at launch in 2017. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the Callaway Apex MB 18 forgiving?
We rate its forgiveness 3 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Callaway Apex MB 18?
Similar irons in our catalog include the Wilson Staff Staff Model Blade (2026), the Mizuno Pro S-1 (2025), the Mizuno Pro 241 (2024) and the Ping Blueprint T (2024).
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