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 True Temper AMT Red / Black / White edges the Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 on overall Every18 score (96 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 $180) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. They split the two traits most golfers care about: the Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 is the more forgiving shafts, while the True Temper AMT Red / Black / White is the faster one — so pick the trait your game needs most. Bottom line: choose the True Temper AMT Red / Black / White if you fit its profile (iron shaft); choose the Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 if you lean toward iron shaft.
| Metric | True Temper AMT Red / Black / White | Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 96 ✓ | 95 |
| Forgiveness | 74 | 79 ✓ |
| Speed | 75 ✓ | 70 |
| Feel | 71 ✓ | 68 |
| Value rating | 79 | 79 |
| Est. used price | $180 | $65 ✓ |
| Value index | 224 | 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 True Temper AMT Red / Black / White rates higher (96 vs 95 out of 100). "Better" still depends on fit — the True Temper AMT Red / Black / White 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 $180 for the True Temper AMT Red / Black / White 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 74), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
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