Description
HONMA ARMRQ FX BROWN, 2 Stars shaft, Regular-flex, 10.5 degrees, Men's right-handed
① Player Suitability
The HONMA BERES 09 driver is specifically designed for beginner to intermediate golfers, particularly those with moderate to slow swing speeds. It is also an excellent choice for senior golfers or players who struggle with a slice and want to achieve a higher, straighter, and longer ball flight with less effort.
This driver is built for forgiveness and distance. Its lightweight construction and draw-biased design help golfers square the clubface at impact more easily, promoting a right-to-left ball flight (for a right-handed golfer) and reducing the severity of a slice.
② Key Technologies
The BERES 09 driver incorporates several advanced features to maximize performance for its target player:
- Classic Solid Carbon & Push Back Weight: A high-strength, lightweight carbon material is used on the toe side of the sole. The weight saved is repositioned as a 10g stainless steel weight in the rear heel. This unique combination creates a strong draw bias and a deep center of gravity, which helps increase launch angle and forgiveness.
- Quad Bridge Power Face: The clubface is engineered with an intricate, uneven thickness. Four internal bridges support the face, creating a wider, more consistent rebound area. This technology helps to maximize ball speed and distance, even on off-center hits.
- New ARMRQ FX Shafts: The performance of a BERES driver is defined by its shaft. The hand-rolled ARMRQ shafts are designed and manufactured in-house by Honma's master craftsmen (Takumi). The quality, performance, and price are determined by the "Star" level (2-Star, 3-Star, 4-Star, 5-Star). Higher star levels use more advanced carbon materials for increased stability and energy transfer.
- Forgiveness and Feel: The overall design focuses on an "effortless hitting" feel. The combination of the lightweight head and the proprietary shaft allows the golfer to swing smoothly and generate clubhead speed without strain, while the carbon sole provides a softer, more pleasing impact sound.
③ Shaft Details
The shaft is the engine of the BERES 09 driver. It's crucial to match the shaft to the customer's swing speed. The shafts are categorized by "Stars," with 2-Star being the standard premium model and 5-Star being the ultimate in performance and materials.
Here is a breakdown of the common ARMRQ FX 2-Star and 3-Star shafts you are most likely to carry:
