Question: what is the difference between hot metal and forged irons?
Answer: Firstly the Hot Metal 6 irons are 2º stronger in loft, so the ball speed will be greater from the straighter face. Secondly, the Forged heads will be a little softer than the cast Hot Metals. This means that the ball stays on the face of the Forged a little longer and will increase the spin, thus reducing the distance.