The J40 445 driver offers more forgiveness compared to the J40 430 driver, while the 430 model has a lower launch compared to the 445. The 430 has a more compact head and includes design features intended to appeal to golfers seeking more control and workability in a driver. The 445 has the larger clubhead and more of a focus on distance performance.
The Bridgestone J40 445 driver reaches retail outlets in October 2011 with a street price of $399. Available lofts are 9.5, 10.5 and 12 degrees.
The J40 430 driver reaches retail in January 2012 with lofts of 8.5 and 9.5 degrees. Both will have the Project X graphite shaft and Golf Pride grips standard, with custom options available.
The Bridgestone J40 fairway woods have clubheads a bit larger than their predecessors in the company's fairway lineage, with thinner crowns to increase perimeter weighting.
Like the J40 445 driver, the J40 fairway woods reach retail in October 2011. The street price will be $199 each, with lofts of 14, 16 and 18 degrees (3+, 4-wood and 5-wood, respectively). bridgestonegolf.com
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