Callaway Apex MB
Callaway Apex MB (2023) is a muscle-back iron set. It has minimal offset, a thin topline and a narrow sole. It is forged. It is rated for swing speeds of 95 to 125 mph and handicaps of 0 to 5. It listed at $1,400 when it launched in 2023.
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Callaway Apex MB specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Callaway |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2023 |
| Status | Current |
| Approx. launch price | $1,400 |
| Type | Muscle back |
| Construction | Forged |
| Material | 1025 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 | 95 to 125 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 | One-piece forged muscle-back |
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Where these specs come from
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Specs read from callawaygolf.com
Model confirmed on callawaygolf.com, golfwrx.com
Where the fit profile comes from
6 of 9 fit values come from Callaway or a published rule. The rest are our own ratings.
| Type | muscle-back | Callaway says “The new Apex MB Irons are developed for the absolute best in the game who are looking for a high level of performance in a modern Tour blade.” |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | low | Our rating |
| Spin | high | Rule R-IRN-SPIN |
| Forgiveness | 3 | Rule R-IRN-FORG |
| Workability | 10 | Rule R-IRN-WORK |
| Handicap window | 0-5 | Rule R-IRN-HCP |
| Swing speed window | 95-125 mph | Our rating |
Who the Callaway Apex MB 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 95 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.
Similar to the Callaway Apex MB
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: common questions
Who is the Callaway Apex MB for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 95 to 125 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 cost?
It listed at about $1,400 at launch in 2023.
Is the Callaway Apex MB forgiving?
We rate its forgiveness 3 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Callaway Apex MB?
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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