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.
2021 Shafts
2021 Shafts
The Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 edges the Project X HZRDUS Smoke RDX on overall Every18 score (97 vs 95), but that headline number only tells part of the story. On value, the Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 comes out ahead in the Every18 value index, so it stretches your money further even where the sticker prices are close. They split the two traits most golfers care about: the Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 is the more forgiving shafts, while the Project X HZRDUS Smoke RDX is the faster one — so pick the trait your game needs most. Bottom line: choose the Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 if you fit its profile (iron shaft); choose the Project X HZRDUS Smoke RDX if you lean toward wood shaft.
| Metric | Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 | Project X HZRDUS Smoke RDX |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 97 ✓ | 95 |
| Forgiveness | 76 ✓ | 72 |
| Speed | 70 | 85 ✓ |
| Feel | 84 | 92 ✓ |
| Value rating | 87 | 90 ✓ |
| Est. used price | $135 | $135 |
| Value index | 302 ✓ | 296 |
| Launch | Iron flight fit | Profile dependent |
| Spin | Profile dependent | Profile dependent |
| Fit profile | Iron shaft | Wood 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 Project X HZRDUS Smoke RDX suits wood shaft.
The Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $135 for the Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 and $135 for the Project X HZRDUS Smoke RDX.
The Nippon Modus3 Tour 115 rates higher for forgiveness (76 vs 72), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
See how these stack up against the rest of the field.
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