A head-to-head look at two of the top shafts in the Every18 index — scores, fit, estimated used price, and which one to buy.
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The Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 edges the Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 on overall Every18 score (97 vs 95), but that headline number only tells part of the story. The Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 is both the cheaper buy (about $65 used vs $135) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. The Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 is the more forgiving of the two, which is the bigger deal for most mid- and higher-handicap players. Bottom line: choose the Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 if you fit its profile (iron shaft); choose the Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 if you lean toward iron shaft.
| Metric | Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 | Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 97 ✓ | 95 |
| Forgiveness | 76 | 79 ✓ |
| Speed | 70 | 70 |
| Feel | 84 ✓ | 68 |
| Value rating | 87 ✓ | 79 |
| Est. used price | $135 | $65 ✓ |
| Value index | 302 | 614 ✓ |
| Launch | Iron flight fit | Mid to high |
| Spin | Profile dependent | Mid |
| Fit profile | Iron shaft | Iron shaft |
Scores, value indexes, and prices are Every18 editorial estimates for comparison. Verify exact specifications, configuration, condition, and market price before purchasing.
On the Every18 editorial score the Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 rates higher (97 vs 95 out of 100). "Better" still depends on fit — the Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 suits iron shaft, while the Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 suits iron shaft.
The Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $135 for the Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 and $65 for the Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120, so the Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 is also the cheaper buy.
The Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 rates higher for forgiveness (79 vs 76), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
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