Holbrook Arma T Metalic vs Holbrook Arma X Metalic
On published specifications these two are very close. Every derived index sits within 8 points, which is inside the margin of an estimate built from spec sheets. Choose on price, handle length, or whichever brand you can demo.
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| Spec |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP)Manufacturer Spec | $279.99 | $279.99 |
| PowerDerived | 67▲ | 66 |
| ControlDerived | 45 | 46▲ |
| SpinDerived | 93 | 93 |
| ForgivenessDerived | 33▲ | 32 |
| Swing weight indexDerived | 56 | 52 |
| Core thicknessManufacturer Spec | 14 mm | 14 mm |
| Face materialManufacturer Spec | Raw carbon | Raw carbon |
| Core materialManufacturer Spec | Polypropylene honeycomb | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| ShapeManufacturer Spec | Elongated | Elongated |
| LengthManufacturer Spec | 16.5" | 16.5" |
| WidthManufacturer Spec | 7.4" | 7.4" |
| Handle lengthManufacturer Spec | 5.5"▲ | 5.25" |
| Static weightManufacturer Spec | 8.08 oz | 8.05 oz |
| Balance pointDerived | 21.9 cm | 21.5 cm |
| ThermoformedManufacturer Spec | No | No |
| USAP approvedManufacturer Spec | Yes | Yes |
| ReleasedManufacturer Spec | 2025 | 2025 |
These two are hard to separate
Every derived index is within a few points. Our scores come from spec sheets, and spec sheets can't capture feel — at this margin the honest answer is that you should demo both rather than trust a number.
Analysis
Where they actually differ
Only differences big enough to matter are listed. Anything inside the margin of an estimate is left out.
- Handle
- Holbrook Arma T Metalic has the longer handle at 5.5" — the deciding factor if you hit a two-handed backhand.
Choose the
Holbrook Arma T Metalic
- You hit a two-handed backhand
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Choose the
Holbrook Arma X Metalic
- You prefer the brand or the feel
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