🏌️ TaylorMade M4 10.5° Driver with Fujikura Ventus 5S Shaft – Full Review
This listing is for a TaylorMade M4 10.5° driver, fitted with a premium Fujikura Ventus 5S shaft (non-VeloCore, Stiff Flex). The club is in excellent condition, showing only light signs of careful use. The face, crown, and sole are all clean. Includes original TaylorMade M4 headcover.
📦 Free insured UK postage. International shipping available at cost.
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🔍 Performance Review: M4 Driver + Fujikura Ventus 5S Shaft
The combination of TaylorMade’s ultra-forgiving M4 head and the Fujikura Ventus 5S shaft offers the perfect blend of launch, stability, and feel for players with moderate swing speeds and smooth tempos.
⚙️ Head Technology Overview
✅ Twist Face Technology
TaylorMade’s Twist Face is designed to correct gear-effect misses on high-toe and low-heel shots. It improves face angle at impact to reduce hooks and slices, helping you hit straighter drives more consistently.
📖 Source: Golf Digest 2018 Hot List Review
✅ Hammerhead Slot
Located just behind the clubface, this slot helps maintain ball speed on low-face strikes—ideal for when you don’t hit it perfectly every time.
✅ Geocoustic Design
Combines a reshaped sole with internal ribs to deliver improved feel and sound while repositioning weight for a lower, more stable centre of gravity.
📖 Source: Today’s Golfer M4 Driver Test
🔵 Fujikura Ventus 5S Shaft Overview (Non-VeloCore)
The Ventus 5S shaft is a lightweight (approx. 58–59g) stiff-flex shaft with a mid–high launch and mid–low spin profile, ideal for golfers swinging between 90–100 mph with a smoother transition.
Key Benefits:
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✅ Smooth, stable feel through the swing
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✅ Helps promote higher launch and carry
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✅ Slightly softer tip promotes a gentler kick, ideal for those needing more launch
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✅ Exceptional forgiveness on off-centre hits
While the OEM version lacks Fujikura’s VeloCore technology (found in aftermarket tour shafts), it still delivers excellent consistency, feel, and playability for most mid-handicap golfers.
📖 Source: MyGolfSpy & GolfWRX Shaft Reviews
🎯 Who Is This Setup For?
This driver-shaft combo is ideal for:
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Mid- to high-handicap golfers
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Players who want a higher, more forgiving ball flight
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Golfers with a smooth or moderate tempo
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Those seeking better launch and control without needing a stiff, low-spin profile
📦 Technical Specifications
Spec |
Detail |
Club Type |
Driver |
Make |
TaylorMade |
Model |
M4 10.5° |
Volume |
460cc |
Length |
Approx. 45.25″ (standard build) |
Condition |
Excellent (Original Condition) |
Head Weight |
~197g |
Shaft |
Fujikura Ventus 5S (non-VeloCore) |
Shaft Weight |
Approx. 58g |
Flex |
Stiff |
Launch / Spin |
Mid–High Launch / Mid–Low Spin |
Lie Angle |
56° (adjustable ±2° via hosel sleeve) |
Loft |
10.5° (adjustable 8.5°–12.5°) |
Grip |
Standard Lamkin or TaylorMade Tour Velvet |
RRP (New) |
£379 (head + stock shaft) |
💷 Pricing Guidance
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Typical resale value: £135–£150 (depending on shaft and condition)
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With premium Fujikura shaft in excellent condition: £149.99 – £159.99
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Upper-quartile pricing due to shaft and condition
🛒 Suggested Listing Price
£159.99 – Offers considered
Premium shaft + superb condition + original headcover = outstanding value for buyers seeking forgiveness and premium feel.
📌 Summary
The TaylorMade M4 driver paired with the Fujikura Ventus 5S shaft delivers a compelling mix of launch, forgiveness, and smooth power. Whether you’re a mid-handicapper needing more carry, or a player who wants a lightweight but stable feel off the tee, this club performs.
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