Used TaylorMade P790 Irons: The Complete Buying Guide (2026)
The P790 is the most searched-for second-hand iron in Australia. Here's which generation to buy used, what to pay attention to, and how to avoid the common traps.
Few irons hold their reputation like the TaylorMade P790. Every generation since 2017 has been a hit, which means there's now a deep second-hand market — and big price differences between generations that don't always match the performance differences. If you're shopping used, that's your opportunity.
P790 Generations at a Glance
| Generation | Key change | Used-market verdict |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 (original) | Hollow-body forged design with SpeedFoam — started the players-distance category as we know it | Cheapest entry point; still a great iron, but most examples now carry real wear — grade carefully |
| 2019 | Refined shaping, tungsten repositioned for higher launch | Often the best dollar-per-performance buy on the used market |
| 2021 | SpeedFoam Air (lighter filler), thinner face | Noticeably softer feel than earlier models; strong sweet spot of price vs performance |
| 2023 | Improved face flexibility and refined CG placement | Very close to current-gen performance at a meaningful discount |
| 2025 | Latest refinements to face and turf interaction | Lightly-used examples appear as low-handicappers chase the newest release — great buying if the price gap is real |
Want the deep dive on the two most recent generations? Read our full comparison: P790 2025 vs 2023 — is the upgrade worth it?
What to Check on a Used P790
- Face wear in the hitting zone — the P790 has a thin forged face; heavy groove wear in the centre means the set has done serious mileage. Ask for straight-on face photos.
- Loft/lie history — many P790 sets have been bent to custom specs. Not a problem, but ask, because it affects your gapping.
- Shaft matches the listing — P790s were sold with a wide range of stock and custom shafts. Confirm the exact shaft model and flex, not just "stiff steel."
- Set make-up — 4–PW, 5–PW and combo sets are all common. Confirm exactly which heads are included before comparing prices.
- Rattles — a rattle inside a hollow-body iron isn't automatically fatal, but it should be disclosed and priced in. If a private seller won't confirm, walk.
💡 Buyer's tip: a well-kept 2021 or 2023 set typically delivers 95% of the newest model's performance for a fraction of the price. The used P790 market is one of the best value plays in golf right now.
Why Buy From Us
We stock used P790s and other premium irons sourced with a specialist's eye — including Japanese-market gear you won't see locally. Every set is professionally inspected and graded under our published grading system, with the exact shaft, flex and set make-up listed. No guessing, no surprises.
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Can't Find What You're After?
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The Bottom Line
Every P790 generation is a good iron — the used market just prices them very differently. Buy the newest generation your budget comfortably covers, confirm the shaft and set make-up, and insist on graded condition or clear photos.
Honest prices, quality gear. Simple.